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Marks Family Foundation is a private trust based in BUFFALO, NY. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1991. The principal officer is Ted Marks Ttee. It holds total assets of $1.3M. Annual income is reported at $416K. Total assets have decreased from $2M in 2011 to $1.3M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 5 officers and trustees. This foundation is solely engaged in charitable giving and does not conduct any direct charitable activities or make program related investments. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2021 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in New York. According to available records, Marks Family Foundation has made 48 grants totaling $127K, with a median grant of $225. Individual grants have ranged from N/A to $20K, with an average award of $3K. The foundation has supported 48 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in New York, Vermont, District of Columbia, which account for 96% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 5 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
N/A
Median Grant
$345
Average Grant
$3K
Largest Grant
$20K
Based on 34 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
This foundation is solely engaged in charitable giving and does not conduct any direct charitable activities or make program related investments
This foundation is solely engaged in charitable giving and does not conduct any direct charitable activities or make program related investments. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 48 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in NY, VT, DC.
Marks Family Foundation has distributed a total of $127K across 48 grants. The median grant size is $225, with an average of $3K. Individual grants have ranged from N/A to $20K.
Marks Family Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Marks Family Foundation is headquartered in BUFFALO, NY. While based in NY, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 5 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Theodore E Marks | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Joshua R Marks | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Sally Marks | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Wendelyn W Duquette | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Heather A Marks | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$1.3M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$1.3M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
48
Total Giving
$127K
Average Grant
$3K
Median Grant
$225
Unique Recipients
48
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salvation Army2023 SUMMER DAY CAMP | Buffalo, NY | $5K | 2023 |
| Feedmore Foundation Of WnySETTING THE TABLE TO FIGHT FOOD INSECURITY CAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Buffalo, NY | $20K | 2023 |
| Westminster Economic Development InitiativeWEST SIDE BAZAAR EXPANSION PROJECT (2 OF 5) | Buffalo, NY | $20K | 2023 |
| United Way Of Buffalo And Erie CountyFAMILY STABILITY INITIATIVE (YEAR 2 OF 5) | Buffalo, NY | $20K | 2023 |
| Mental Health Advocates Of WnyCASA VOLUNTEER RECRUITER | Buffalo, NY | $10K | 2023 |
| Homespace CorporationEDUCATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT FOR FOSTER YOUTH | Buffalo, NY | $10K | 2023 |
| Family Promise Of WnySUMMER CAMP FOR HOMELESS KIDS | Buffalo, NY | $8K | 2023 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters Of Erie CountyMENTORING PROGRAM | Buffalo, NY | $8K | 2023 |
| Canopy Of NeighborsSUBSIDIZED MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM | Buffalo, NY | $6K | 2023 |
| Buffalo String WorksNATIVITY MIGUEL SITE COLLABORATION | Buffalo, NY | $5K | 2023 |
| Seneca Street CdcYOUTH PROGRAMS | Buffalo, NY | $5K | 2023 |
| World Central KitchenCHARITABLE | Washington, DC | $2K | 2023 |
| Boston University CrewEDUCATIONAL | Boston, MA | $800 | 2023 |
| Syracuse University Rowing Women'S Head Coaches FundCHARITABLE | Syracuse, NY | $800 | 2023 |
| Buffalo Philharmonic OrchestraCHARITABLE | Buffalo, NY | $515 | 2023 |
| Capstone Community CapitalCHARITABLE | Barre, VT | $500 | 2023 |
| Nichols SchoolEDUCATIONAL | Buffalo, NY | $500 | 2023 |
| Buffalo PrepHIGH SCHOOL PREP | Buffalo, NY | $500 | 2023 |
| Meals On Wheels Of Lamoille CountyCHARITABLE | Morrisville, VT | $400 | 2023 |
| Waterbury Food ShelfCHARITABLE | Waterbury, VT | $400 | 2023 |
| Buffalo ZooCHARITABLE | Buffalo, NY | $250 | 2023 |
| Bronx River AllianceCHARITABLE | Bronx, NY | $250 | 2023 |
| Meals On Wheels Foundation Of WnyCHARITABLE | Buffalo, NY | $250 | 2023 |
| Brooklyn Botanical GardensCHARITABLE | Brooklyn, NY | $250 | 2023 |
| Ps172 Beacon School Of ExcellenceEDUCATIONAL | Brooklyn, NY | $200 | 2023 |
| Tang Museum Of Skidmore CollegeCHARITABLE | Saratoga Springs, NY | $200 | 2023 |
| Dismas Of Vermont IncCHARITABLE | Hyde Park, VT | $200 | 2023 |
| Doe FundCHARITABLE | New York, NY | $200 | 2023 |
| Clarina Howard Nichols CenterCHARITABLE | Morrisville, VT | $200 | 2023 |
| City HarvestCHARITABLE | New York, NY | $200 | 2023 |
| Friends Of Night PeopleCHARITABLE | Buffalo, NY | $200 | 2023 |
| Adirondack FoundationCHARITABLE | Lake Placid, NY | $200 | 2023 |
| Brooklyn College AcademyCHARITABLE | Brooklyn, NY | $200 | 2023 |
| Skidmore College Annual FundEDUCATIONAL | Saratoga Springs, NY | $200 | 2023 |
| American Museum Of Natural HistoryCHARITABLE | New York, NY | $150 | 2023 |
| University Of Texas At AustinEDUCATIONAL | Austin, TX | $150 | 2023 |
| Lamoille Family CenterCHARITABLE | Morrisville, VT | $150 | 2023 |
| Salvation FarmsCHARITABLE | Morrisville, VT | $150 | 2023 |
| North Shore Animal LeagueCHARITABLE | Port Washington, NY | $100 | 2023 |
| Hospice Foundation Of WnyCHARITABLE | Cheektowaga, NY | $100 | 2023 |
| Hallwalls Of BuffaloCHARITABLE | Buffalo, NY | $100 | 2023 |
| Burchfield-Penney Art CenterCHARITABLE | Buffalo, NY | $100 | 2023 |
| Cepa GalleryCHARITABLE | Buffalo, NY | $100 | 2023 |
| Planned ParenthoodCHARITABLE | Buffalo, NY | $100 | 2023 |
| Wildlife ConservancyCHARITABLE | Bronx, NY | N/A | 2023 |
| The Brooklyn Rail IncCHARITABLE | Brooklyn, NY | N/A | 2023 |
| New York Public LibraryCHARITABLE | New York, NY | N/A | 2023 |
| Prospect Park AllianceCHARITABLE | New York, NY | N/A | 2023 |