Martin Guitar Charitable Foundation is a private trust based in NAZARETH, PA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1997. The principal officer is % Christian F Martin Iv. It holds total assets of $9.8M. Annual income is reported at $4.5M. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to available records, Martin Guitar Charitable Foundation has made 144 grants totaling $942K, with a median grant of $5K. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $35K, with an average award of $7K. The foundation has supported 72 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Pennsylvania, Kentucky, California, which account for 79% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 15 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Martin Guitar Charitable Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 144 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in PA, KY, CA.
Martin Guitar Charitable Foundation has distributed a total of $942K across 144 grants. The median grant size is $5K, with an average of $7K. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $35K.
Martin Guitar Charitable Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Martin Guitar Charitable Foundation is headquartered in NAZARETH, PA. While based in PA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 15 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richard Boak | DIRECTOR | $2K | $0 | $2K |
| Debra Karlowitch | SECRETARY | $2K | $0 | $2K |
| Roland Kushner | DIRECTOR | $2K | $0 | $2K |
| James F Dunleavy | TREASURER | $2K | $0 | $2K |
| Mariclare Groller | DIRECTOR | $1K | $0 | $1K |
Total Giving
$546K
Total Assets
$9.3M
Fair Market Value
$10.8M
Net Worth
$9.3M
Grants Paid
$486K
Contributions
$363K
Net Investment Income
$222K
Distribution Amount
$502K
Total: $0
Total Grants
144
Total Giving
$942K
Average Grant
$7K
Median Grant
$5K
Unique Recipients
72
Most Common Grant
$5K
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allentown Art MuseumGENERAL DONATION | Allentown, PA | $10K | 2022 |
| Northampton Community College FoundationGENERAL DONATION | Bethlehem, PA | $35K | 2022 |
| Fox Chase Cancer CenterGENERAL DONATION | Philadelphia, PA | $20K | 2022 |
| Wildlands ConservancyGENERAL DONATION | Emmaus, PA | $18K | 2022 |
| Nazareth Area Food BankGENERAL DONATION | Nazareth, PA | $15K |
Other foundations that have funded Martin Guitar Charitable Foundation.
| Funder | Amount | Year | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kaman Foundation Inc. | $10K | 2022 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| Surack Family Foundation Inc. | $10K | 2022 | IN MEMORY OF DIANE MARTIN |
| The Kaman Foundation Inc. | $10K | 2022 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| Surack Family Foundation Inc. | $10K | 2022 | IN MEMORY OF DIANE MARTIN |
| John Mcelroy |
| DIRECTOR |
| $1K |
| $0 |
| $1K |
| Susan Kubik | DIRECTOR | $1K | $0 | $1K |
| Matthew Kennedy | DIRECTOR | $1K | $0 | $1K |
| Charles Peischl | DIRECTOR | $1K | $0 | $1K |
| Christian F Martin Iv | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Diane S Martin | VICE PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | $0 |
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| 2018 | 990PF | View |
| 2017 | 990PF | View |
| 2016 | 990PF | View |
| 2022 |
| Lehigh UniversityGENERAL DONATION | Bethlehem, PA | $10K | 2022 |
| United Way Of The Greater LvGENERAL DONATION | Allentown, PA | $10K | 2022 |
| State Theatre Center For The ArtsGENERAL DONATION | Easton, PA | $10K | 2022 |
| Community Music SchoolGENERAL DONATION | Allentown, PA | $10K | 2022 |
| Country Music Hall Of Fame And MuseumGENERAL DONATION | Nashville, TN | $10K | 2022 |
| Meals On Wheels Of Northampton CityGENERAL DONATION | Allentown, PA | $10K | 2022 |
| Miller Keystone Blood CenterGENERAL DONATION | Bethlehem, PA | $10K | 2022 |
| Greater Valley Ymca - Nazareth BranchGENERAL DONATION | Allentown, PA | $10K | 2022 |
| Philadelphia Outward Bound SchoolGENERAL DONATION | Philadelphia, PA | $10K | 2022 |
| Moravian Historical SocietyGENERAL DONATION | Nazareth, PA | $10K | 2022 |
| New Bethany MinistriesGENERAL DONATION | Bethlehem, PA | $10K | 2022 |
| Bluegrass Music Hall Of Fame & MuseumGENERAL DONATION | Owensboro, KY | $10K | 2022 |
| Community Action Committee Of The Lehigh ValleyGENERAL DONATION | Bethlehem, PA | $10K | 2022 |
| Godfrey DanielsGENERAL DONATION | Bethlehem, PA | $10K | 2022 |
| Guitars In The ClassroomGENERAL DONATION | San Diego, CA | $10K | 2022 |
| Musical Instrument MuseumGENERAL DONATION | Phoenix, AZ | $10K | 2022 |
| National Music MuseumGENERAL DONATION | Vermillion, SD | $10K | 2022 |
| Valley Youth HouseGENERAL DONATION | Bethlehem, PA | $8K | 2022 |
| Arts QuestGENERAL DONATION | Bethlehem, PA | $8K | 2022 |
| Old Town School Of Folk MusicGENERAL DONATION | Chicago, IL | $8K | 2022 |
| Holy Family SchoolGENERAL DONATION | Nazareth, PA | $5K | 2022 |
| Lehigh Gap Nature CenterGENERAL DONATION | Slatington, PA | $5K | 2022 |
| Allentown Rescue MissionGENERAL DONATION | Allentown, PA | $5K | 2022 |
| Allentown Symphony AssociationGENERAL DONATION | Allentown, PA | $5K | 2022 |
| The Ashokan CenterGENERAL DONATION | Olivebridge, NY | $5K | 2022 |
| Abriendo Mentes (Opening Minds)GENERAL DONATION | Austin, TX | $5K | 2022 |
| Bethlehem Emergency ShelteringGENERAL DONATION | Bethlehem, PA | $5K | 2022 |
| Birthplace Of Country MusicGENERAL DONATION | Bristol, VA | $5K | 2022 |
| Woodsongs Old Time Radio HourGENERAL DONATION | Lexington, KY | $5K | 2022 |
| Whyy IncGENERAL DONATION | Philadelphia, PA | $5K | 2022 |
| Wdiy 881GENERAL DONATION | Bethlehem, PA | $5K | 2022 |
| Visiting Nurse Association Of St LukesGENERAL DONATION | Bethlehem, PA | $5K | 2022 |
| Valley Health Partners Community Health CenterGENERAL DONATION | Allentown, PA | $5K | 2022 |
| Folk Alliance InternationalGENERAL DONATION | Kansas City, MO | $5K | 2022 |
| University Of North Carolina At Chapel HillGENERAL DONATION | Chapel Hill, NC | $5K | 2022 |
| KidspeaceGENERAL DONATION | Schnecksville, PA | $5K | 2022 |
| Special Olympics PennsylvaniaGENERAL DONATION | Bethlehem, PA | $5K | 2022 |
| Living Traditions IncGENERAL DONATION | New York, NY | $5K | 2022 |
| Project Of Easton IncGENERAL DONATION | Easton, PA | $5K | 2022 |
| Morris MuseumGENERAL DONATION | Morristown, NJ | $5K | 2022 |
| Pbs39 - Lehigh Valley Public MediaGENERAL DONATION | Bethlehem, PA | $5K | 2022 |
| Museum Of Making MusicGENERAL DONATION | Carlsbad, CA | $5K | 2022 |
| Pennsylvania Shakespeare FestivalGENERAL DONATION | Center Valley, PA | $5K | 2022 |
| Nazareth Economic Development CommissionGENERAL DONATION | Nazareth, PA | $5K | 2022 |
| Nazareth Center For The ArtsGENERAL DONATION | Nazareth, PA | $5K | 2022 |
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