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Marek Family Foundation is a private corporation based in HOUSTON, TX. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1968. It holds total assets of $67.7M. Annual income is reported at $37M. Total assets have grown from $27.1M in 2011 to $47.1M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 9 officers and trustees. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2015 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Texas. According to available records, Marek Family Foundation has made 509 grants totaling $13.4M, with a median grant of $5K. Annual giving has decreased from $7.6M in 2021 to $3M in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $4M, with an average award of $26K. The foundation has supported 336 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Texas, Virginia, Louisiana, which account for 89% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 20 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$250
Median Grant
$5K
Average Grant
$14K
Largest Grant
$210K
Based on 158 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Marek Family Foundation is a private foundation that provides grants to eligible organizations. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 509 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in TX, VA, LA.
Marek Family Foundation has distributed a total of $13.4M across 509 grants. The median grant size is $5K, with an average of $26K. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $4M.
Marek Family Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Marek Family Foundation is headquartered in HOUSTON, TX. While based in TX, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 20 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael P Marek | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Benjamin J Marek | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Andrew S Husmann | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Steve L Gordon | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| David L Gilley | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| J Byron Wake | DIRECTOR (UNTIL 10/23) | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Paul A Marek | VICE PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Bruce C Marek | SECRETARY/TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| R Stan Marek Jr | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$3.4M
Total Assets
$47.1M
Fair Market Value
$59.9M
Net Worth
$47.1M
Grants Paid
$3M
Contributions
$4.4M
Net Investment Income
$990K
Distribution Amount
$2.6M
Total: $41.6M
Total Grants
509
Total Giving
$13.4M
Average Grant
$26K
Median Grant
$5K
Unique Recipients
336
Most Common Grant
$5K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Archdiocese Of Galveston-HoustonTO SUPPORT RELIGIOUS FAITH | Houston, TX | $239K | 2023 |
| St Vincent De Paul SocietyFOR CLOTHING, FOOD AND AID TO HARRIS COUNTY INDIVIDUALS IN NEED | Houston, TX | $218K | 2023 |
| Workfaith ConnectionTO PROVIDE TRAINING & COUNSELING FOR INDIGENT UNEMPLOYED | Houston, TX | $210K | 2023 |
| Ser JobsTO PROMOTE EMPLOYMENT THROUGH COACHING, TRAINING, AND FINANCIAL EMPOWERMENT | Houston, TX | $210K | 2023 |
| Houston Methodist Hospital FoundationTO SUPPORT MEDICAL RESEARCH AND PATIENT CARE | Houston, TX | $115K | 2023 |
| Ut Health HoustonTO SUPPORT THE U.T. HOUSTON HEALTH SYSTEM | Houston, TX | $100K | 2023 |
| Frank M Black Middle School AuctionTO PROVIDE MEDICAL ASSISTANCE FOR INDIGENT FAMILIES | Houston, TX | $95K | 2023 |
| Cristo Rey Jesuit Catholic SchoolTO SUPPORT RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEEDS | Houston, TX | $65K | 2023 |
| Covenant House TexasTO PROVIDE MEALS, SAFE BEDS & MORE TO YOUTH IN CRISIS | Houston, TX | $60K | 2023 |
| St Pius X High SchoolTO SUPPORT RELIGIOUS FAITH AND EDUCATION | Houston, TX | $59K | 2023 |
| Houston Achievement PlaceTO SERVE CHILDREN WHO ARE DISADVANTAGED, UNDERSERVED AND FROM LOW INCOME FAMILIES | Houston, TX | $50K | 2023 |
| Co-Cathedral Of The Sacred HeartTO SUPPORT A PLACE OF WORSHIP | Houston, TX | $50K | 2023 |
| Cristo Rey JesuitTO SUPPORT RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEEDS | Houston, TX | $50K | 2023 |
| Dallas College Foundation IncTO SUPPORT TRANSFORMING LIVES AND COMMUNITIES THROUGH HIGHER EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES | Dallas, TX | $50K | 2023 |
| Washington And Lee UniversityTO SUPPORT GENERAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND | Lexington, VA | $50K | 2023 |
| Asia Society Texas CenterTO PROMOTE EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AWARENESS | Houston, TX | $48K | 2023 |
| University Of StthomasTO SUPPORT EDUCATION THROUGH SCHOLARSHIPS | Houston, TX | $40K | 2023 |
| Christian Renewal CenterTO SUPPORT SPIRITUAL GROWTH THROUGH GROUP RETREATS | Dickinson, TX | $40K | 2023 |
| Rice UniversityFOR TUITION ASSISTANCE TO DISADVANTAGED STUDENTS | Houston, TX | $36K | 2023 |
| American Heart AssociationSUPPORT HEART RESEARCH | Houston, TX | $35K | 2023 |
| Catholic Charities Of Archdiocese Of Galveston-HoustonFOR FOOD AND ASSISTANCE TO THE POOR | Houston, TX | $35K | 2023 |
| Holocaust Museum HoustonDEDICATED TO EDUCATING PEOPLE ABOUT HOLOCAUST | Houston, TX | $31K | 2023 |
| Holy Name Retreat CenterTO SUPPORT RELIGIOUS AND SPIRITUAL GROWTH | Houston, TX | $30K | 2023 |
| Worktexas Training CenterTO SUPPORT PARTNERSHIPS BETWEEN EDUCATION AND INDUSTRY ORGANIZATIONS | Houston, TX | $30K | 2023 |
| Rational Middle Media FoundationTO SUPPORT MEDIA TO CREATE RATIONAL DISCUSSION RELATED TO PEOPLE, ENVIRONMENT, GOVERNMENT | Shreveport, LA | $30K | 2023 |
| Santa Maria HostelTO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE FOR WOMEN THROUGH ADDICTION RECOVERY | Houston, TX | $28K | 2023 |
| Als Association Of TexasTO SUPPORT RESEARCH, PATIENT AND COMMUNITY SERVICES RELATED TO ALS | Dallas, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| University Of HoustonTO SUPPORT THE ADVANCEMENT AND GENERAL WELFARE OF THE EDUCATIONAL, RESEARCH AND CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES OF THE UH SYSTEM AND UNIVERSITIES. | Houston, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| St Luke'S FoundationTO SUPPORT THE ADVANCEMENT AND GENERAL WELFARE OF THE EDUCATIONAL, RESEARCH AND CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES OF THE UH SYSTEM AND UNIVERSITIES | Houston, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| Charity Guild Of Catholic WomenTO BENEFIT CHILDREN'S CHARITIES ALL OVER HOUSTON | Houston, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| Kipp TexasPUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL FOR UNDERSERVED STUDENTS | Houston, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| Amazing PlaceTO SUPPORT FAMILIES IMPACTED BY DEMENTIA | Houston, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| Coalition For The HomelessTO PROVIDE SUPPORT TO COMBAT HOMELESSNESS | Houston, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| Memorial Hermann FoundationTO SUPPORT THE MEMORIAL HERMANN HEALTH SYSTEM | Houston, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| Sharpen RecoveryTO PROVIDE SUPPORT FOR AFFORDABLE, QUALITY SUBSTANCE ABUSE RECOVERY HOMES | Houston, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| Western AcademyTO SUPPORT EDUCATION | Houston, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| St John Xxiii College PreparatoryTO PROVIDE EDUCATION ASSISTANCE | Katy, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| St Monica Catholic ChurchTO SUPPORT RELIGIOUS FAITH | Houston, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| Fellowship Of Christian AthletesTO SUPPORT CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP TO ATHLETES THROUGH INSPIRATIONAL COACHING | Houston, TX | $15K | 2023 |
| The Houston ZooTO SUPPORT EDUCATION, CONSERVATION AND ANIMAL CARE PROGRAMS | Houston, TX | $15K | 2023 |
| The Menil CollectionsTO SUPPORT THE CONSERVATION AND ACCESSIBILITY OF ART | Houston, TX | $15K | 2023 |
| Beechwood United Pentecostal ChurchTO SUPPORT RELIGIOUS NEEDS | Hineston, LA | $15K | 2023 |
| Search HoustonTO FIGHT HOMELESSNESS IN HOUSTON | Houston, TX | $15K | 2023 |
| Community Family CentersTO SUPPORT IMPROVERISHED FAMILIES | Houston, TX | $15K | 2023 |
| Rebuilding Together HoustonTO REPAIR HOMES AND REVITALIZE HOMES FOR PEOPLE IN NEED | Houston, TX | $15K | 2023 |
| National Immigration ForumTO EQUIP JUSTICE-INVOLVED AND AT-RISK YOUTH WITH THE SKILLS, TOOLS, AND HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS THEY NEED TO NAVIGATE LIFE | Washington, DC | $15K | 2023 |
| Breakthrough HoustonTO SUPPORT UNDERSERVED STUDENTS ON A PATHWAY TO COLLEGE | Houston, TX | $13K | 2023 |
| Langham Creek YmcaTO PURSUE OUR VISION OF BUILDING HEALTHIER FAMILIES, EMPOWERED YOUTH, AND INCLUSIVE COMMUNITIES | Houston, TX | $13K | 2023 |
| Interfaith Ministries For Greater HoustTO BRING PEOPLE OF DIVERSE FAITH TOGETHER FOR DIALOGUE AND SERVICE | Houston, TX | $13K | 2023 |
| Harvest And HopeTO PROVIDE FOOD FOR PEOPLE IN NEED | Katy, TX | $12K | 2023 |