The Martin Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Martin Family Foundation is a private foundation in Casper, Wyoming. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.4 million in 51 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $515,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$2.4 million
- Number of grants51
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$515,000
- Assets$39.8 million
- New grantees49%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.0 million the year before.
49% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2.0 million | 49 | $37.0 million |
| 2024 | $2.4 million | 51 | $39.8 million |
How to apply
The Martin Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Martin Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 23 | $1.6 million |
| Wyoming | 8 | $270,000 |
| Montana | 9 | $250,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $140,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $100,000 |
| California | 2 | $45,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Centeral Denver Classical High School | Scholarship, athletic equipment, phase ii chapel construction | $515,000 |
| Seeds of Hope | Educational grant | $200,000 |
| Alliance for Choice in Education | General operations and tuition assistance | $150,000 |
| Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School | Tuition assistance | $130,000 |
| Community Leadership & Development Inc | Hannah house, youth works | $115,000 |
| National Eucharistic Congress | Program & operational support | $100,000 |
| Wyoming Catholic College | Scholarship program | $100,000 |
| Christ in the City | Lifelong mission | $95,000 |
| Capuchin Province of Mid-America | Seminarian formation program | $75,000 |
| Wyoming Rescue Mission | Program grant | $55,000 |
| Camp Wojtyla | Evangelism program grant | $50,000 |
| Denver Dream Center | Adopt-a-block program | $50,000 |
| Emmaus Catholic Hospice | General operations | $50,000 |
| Escuela de Guadalupe | Scholarship assistance matching grant | $50,000 |
| Live Action | Window to the womb | $50,000 |
| Sba Pro-Life America | Her plan | $50,000 |
| Sisters of Life | General operations and november retreat expenses | $45,000 |
| St Anthony Tri-Parish School | General operations | $45,000 |
| Family Service Inc | General operations | $40,000 |
| Ignatius Press | Book fair pilot programs | $40,000 |
| Students for Life | Grant and general operating support | $40,000 |
| Fire Foundation | Paraeducator support & training | $35,000 |
| Casper Youth for Christ | Love in action gospal outreach, & general operating | $30,000 |
| Alternatives Pregnancy Center | Matching grant, pregnancy options program | $25,000 |
| Central Wyoming Hospice | Grief counseling center | $25,000 |
| Child Bridge | Foster family training | $25,000 |
| Grace Montessori Academy | Helping hands resource rooms | $25,000 |
| Love and Sonshine | General operations | $25,000 |
| Servants of Christ Jesus | Chapel construction project | $25,000 |
| Marriage Missionaries | General operating grant | $17,500 |
| Highlight Catholic Ministries-Frassati | Sports camps & discipleship programs | $15,000 |
| Haiti Outreach Ministries | Education grant | $10,000 |
| Net Ministries | Discounted retreats - co, wy, mt | $10,000 |
| Notmykid Inc | General operating | $10,000 |
| Secular Association Totus Tuus Inc | General operations | $10,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Yellowstone County | Back a kid program, foundation grant | $7,500 |
| Child Evangelism Fellowship of Wy Inc | Camp scholarships | $7,500 |
| Bella Natural Women's Care | Foundation grant | $5,000 |
| Catholic Charities-Marisol Health | General operating | $5,000 |
| Companions of Christ | General operations | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John W Martin
- Mari Ann Martin
- Brian J Martin
- Cindy Beers
- Larry G Bean
Questions people ask
Does The Martin Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Martin Family Foundation give?
$2.4 million in tax year 2024, across 51 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Martin Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John W Martin (Director & President), Mari Ann Martin (Director & Treasurer), Brian J Martin (Director & Vice President) and Cindy Beers (Director & Vice President) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Martin Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.