Marr-Anderson Family Foundation
The Marr-Anderson Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Falmouth, Maine. Founded in 2016 by John and Rebecca Marr, it supports public charitable organizations and provides educational scholarships, with a mission to promote education, health, and compassionate support during times of crisis.
Marr-Anderson Family Foundation at a glance
In short: Marr-Anderson Family Foundation gave $681K across 33 grants in 2024 (avg $21K), mostly in Maine. 15% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $680,800
- +35.1% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 33
- +13.8% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $20,630
- +18.8% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $19,101,919
- +49.8% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 15% first-time grantees (5 of 33, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Maine (87% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Marr-Anderson Family Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- Yes
- How to Apply
-
The foundation accepts unsolicited applications from organizations serving Maine communities. Begin with the eligibility quiz and letter of inquiry through the grantee portal; the website directs applicants there for application information.
- Review Cycle
- The website lists June 1 as the submission deadline. The June 1, 2026 deadline has passed.
- Deadline
- The website lists June 1 as the submission deadline.
- Contact
Application contact: Andrea Casanueva
Mailing address: PO Box 6039, Falmouth, ME 04105
Phone: (207) 781-5119
Website: https://marrandersonfamilyfoundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Marr-Anderson Family Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Maine Medical Center ($354K). Together the top 10 received $538K.
Grant Size Distribution
183 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 174 grants of 183 (95%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation states that unsolicited applicants must serve Maine communities. In 2024, 87% of grant dollars went to recipients in Maine, 7% to Massachusetts, 3% to Florida, and 1% each to New York and Colorado.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 33 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Marr-Anderson Family Foundation open to new grantees?
15%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 5 of 33 grantees (15%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $8K; repeat grants $23K. How we count
Medians: $10K first-time, $9K repeat.
- 67% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 34% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 80% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $429K (2020) to $681K (2024). In 2024 it made 33 grants totaling $681K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Medical Center Portland, ME | Maine Track Scholarship FundBarbara Bush Childrens HospitalPediatric Intensive Care Unit | $353,858 |
| Brigham & Women's Hospital Boston, MA | Alzheimers Disease Research Fund | $31,144 |
| Dempsey Centers for Quality Cancer Care Lewiston, ME | Claytons House | $30,299 |
| Olympia Snowe Women's Leadership Inst Portland, ME | Olympias Leaders Scholarship Grant | $20,468 |
| Cheverus High School Portland, ME | Support Essential Jesuit Catholic College Preparation ProgramsIncluding Educational, Athletic and Fine Arts (Annual Giving Campaign ) | $20,108 |
| Boys & Girls Club Portland, ME | Capital Campaign - Bridge to Success Building | $20,000 |
| Friends of River Valley Rumford, ME | Androscoggin Endowment Fund | $20,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation Scarborough, ME | Grant Two Wishes | $17,150 |
| University of Maine Foundation Orono, ME | Scholarship Fund | $14,500 |
| University of Southern Maine Foundation Portland, ME | Scholarship Fund | $10,640 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $19,101,919 | $5,634,789 | $744,578 | $680,800 | 33 | $682,274 | $2,939,140 | $851,341 |
| 2023 | $12,753,837 | $-217,728 | $556,908 | $503,806 | 29 | $503,805 | $143,709 | $568,660 |
| 2022 | $10,329,261 | $356,291 | $620,849 | $566,868 | 42 | $566,868 | $310,003 | $565,633 |
| 2021 | $14,611,987 | $332,037 | $569,706 | $506,968 | 42 | $507,324 | $278,365 | $652,578 |
| 2020 | $12,492,034 | $482,504 | $470,723 | $428,997 | 37 | — | $1,394,692 | $528,521 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Marr-Anderson Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $851K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s stated mission is to promote education, health, and compassionate support during times of crisis. It makes contributions to public charitable organizations and offers scholarships for college and graduate education, partnering with universities and organizations for scholarship programs.
The foundation lists examples of mission-aligned work including scholarships, schools and universities, educational programming, mentorship, libraries, hospitals, behavioral health, patient and family services, youth and family services, medical research, and arts, sports, and recreation for mental and physical well-being.
Its 2024 grants illustrate support for a range of organizations. For example, the University of Maine Foundation says it works to encourage philanthropic support for the University of Maine and other charitable organizations, while the University of Southern Maine Foundation says it builds and stewards resources for education, research, and public service. Grahamtastic Connection describes providing technology to children with serious illnesses so they can continue their education and stay connected. Project Lift says it supports at-risk teens and their families through substance-use treatment, mental health counseling, mentoring, and vocational skills training.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 33 grants totaling $680,800. Grants ranged from $1,100 to $353,858, with a median of $10,000. Larger awards included $353,858 to Maine Medical Center for the Maine Track Scholarship Fund and Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital Pediatric Intensive Care Unit; $31,144 to Brigham & Women’s Hospital for an Alzheimer’s disease research fund; and $30,299 to Dempsey Centers for Quality Cancer Care for Clayton’s House. Other awards included $20,468 to Olympia Snowe Women’s Leadership Institute for a scholarship grant and $20,000 to Boys & Girls Club in Portland for its Bridge to Success building campaign.
The foundation’s website directs applicants to complete an eligibility quiz and letter of inquiry through its grantee portal. Organizations must align with its mission, and unsolicited applicants must serve Maine communities. Applicants must be tax-exempt and in good financial standing; the foundation says it reviews financial reporting, including charitable commitment, fundraising efficiency, donor dependency, and liquidity. Returning organizations must submit a completion report before reapplying. The foundation’s 2024 filing states that giving is not restricted to preselected organizations.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Rebecca L. Marr as president; John S. Marr Jr. as treasurer; and Stephanie R. Marr, Jennifer LeBlanc, and Andrea M. Casanueva as vice-presidents. The foundation’s website identifies John and Rebecca Marr as founders and describes Stephanie, Andrea, and Jennifer as their daughters and part of the family foundation.
Marr-Anderson Family Foundation is led by Rebecca L Marr, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 5 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Rebecca L Marr
President
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Andrea M Casanueva
Vice President
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jennifer LeBlanc
Vice President
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
John S Marr Jr.
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Stephanie R Marr
Vice President
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Marr-Anderson Family Foundation
How much does Marr-Anderson Family Foundation give each year?
Marr-Anderson Family Foundation gave $681K across 33 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $504K across 29 grants.
What is Marr-Anderson Family Foundation's typical grant size?
Marr-Anderson Family Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $20,630, across 33 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Marr-Anderson Family Foundation that year got $8K on average.
Where does Marr-Anderson Family Foundation give grants?
Marr-Anderson Family Foundation gives mostly in Maine: 87% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Massachusetts (7%). The most frequent recipient cities were Portland, ME (9 grants) and Boston, MA (4 grants).
Does Marr-Anderson Family Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 15% of Marr-Anderson Family Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (5 of 33) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Marr-Anderson Family Foundation's largest grantees?
Marr-Anderson Family Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Maine Medical Center ($353,858), Brigham & Women's Hospital ($31,144) and Dempsey Centers for Quality Cancer Care ($30,299), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 61% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Marr-Anderson Family Foundation?
Marr-Anderson Family Foundation reported $19.1M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $682K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $851K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does Marr-Anderson Family Foundation fund?
The foundation’s stated mission is to promote education, health, and compassionate support during times of crisis. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Marr-Anderson Family Foundation?
The foundation accepts unsolicited applications from organizations serving Maine communities. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Marr-Anderson Family Foundation's EIN?
Marr-Anderson Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 81-2191147. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Marr-Anderson Family Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
Yes, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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