The Marcus Foundation Inc
The Marcus Foundation Inc is a private foundation located in Atlanta, Georgia. Its filing describes a focus on supporting organizations addressing community food resources and sustainability, through both short-term responses to critical needs and work on underlying system-wide challenges.
The Marcus Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: The Marcus Foundation Inc gave $227.5M across 221 grants in 2024 (avg $1.0M), top state Georgia. 18% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $227,455,181
- +18.4% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 221
- +3.3% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $1,029,209
- +14.7% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $300,000
- Total assets
- $366,827,569
- +252.8% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 18% first-time grantees (40 of 221, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Georgia (47% 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 The Marcus Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 1266 W Paces Ferry Rd 615, Atlanta, GA 30327
Phone: (404) 240-7700
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Marcus Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Shepherd Center Foundation ($17.6M). Together the top 10 received $97.2M.
Grant Size Distribution
1,197 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $100–250K range: 261 grants of 1,197 (22%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, Georgia recipients received 47% of grant dollars, followed by New York and Washington, DC, at 11% each, Florida at 6%, and Texas at 4%.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 221 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is The Marcus Foundation Inc open to new grantees?
18%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 40 of 221 grantees (18%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $616K; repeat grants $1.1M. How we count
Medians: $150K first-time, $360K repeat.
- 76% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 32% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). 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 $169.7M (2022) to $227.5M (2024). In 2024 it made 221 grants totaling $227.5M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Shepherd Center Foundation Atlanta, GA | To support the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $17,647,034 |
| Emory University Atlanta, GA | To support the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $14,154,769 |
| Avalon Network Atlanta, GA | To support the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $13,400,000 |
| Hillel Fdn for Jewish Campus Washington, DC | To support the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $10,575,000 |
| Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Foundation Brookhaven, GA | To support the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $9,396,848 |
| The Weber School Atlanta, GA | To support the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $7,073,538 |
| Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation Boca Raton, FL | To support the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $6,750,000 |
| University of TX MD Anderson Cancer Houston, TX | To support the exempt purpose of the receipient organization | $6,183,361 |
| Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Philadelphia, PA | To support the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $6,140,364 |
| Nefesh B'nefesh Paramus, NJ | To support the exempt purpose of the recipient organization | $5,921,025 |
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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 | $366,827,569 | $547,934,030 | $261,620,885 | $227,455,181 | 221 | $258,879,196 | $144,533,739 | $4,142,365 |
| 2023 | $103,973,296 | $222,024,981 | $223,457,384 | $192,051,047 | 214 | $222,979,632 | $1,192,544 | $4,011,936 |
| 2022 | $100,467,714 | $102,886,682 | $185,342,833 | $169,731,413 | 194 | $184,831,217 | $1,476,214 | $4,307,530 |
| 2021 | $111,117,275 | $160,364,769 | $182,169,885 | $171,963,705 | 267 | $179,979,749 | $113,136,452 | $4,361,875 |
| 2020 | $97,501,290 | $247,225,335 | $207,611,060 | $194,456,939 | 301 | — | $211,661,817 | $1,514,568 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Marcus Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $4.1M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s stated purpose is to fund and partner with organizations addressing community food resources and sustainability. Its 2024 grants also went to organizations whose stated missions span areas including healthcare, veterans’ services, Jewish community life, education, and research. These are examples of supported organizations’ work, not additional stated foundation focus areas.
For example, Shepherd Center Foundation says it supports Shepherd Center through community awareness, private financial support for patient services, and volunteer involvement. Avalon Network says it connects veterans and first responders with care and support. Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta says it works to foster a vibrant greater Atlanta Jewish community through programs and services that promote meaningful connections and Jewish values.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, the foundation reported 221 grants totaling $227,455,181. Grant amounts ranged from $1,500 to $17,647,034, with a median grant of $300,000. The largest reported grants included $17,647,034 to Shepherd Center Foundation, $14,154,769 to Emory University, $13,400,000 to Avalon Network, $10,575,000 to Hillel Foundation for Jewish Campus, and $9,396,848 to Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Foundation. The filing lists each grant’s purpose as supporting the recipient organization’s exempt purpose.
Other 2024 recipients included Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation, which says it supports its hospital’s healthcare mission through philanthropic gifts and public awareness; Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, which says it is dedicated to improving the health of the communities it serves; and Florida Education Foundation, which says it invests in achievement for students in support of Florida public education.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Jay Kaiman as director and president and Douglas P. Dinapoli as chief financial officer. It also lists Bernard Marcus as former chairman and Ken Langone, Doug Hertz, Frederick Marcus, James Grien, Larry Smith, and Michael Leven as directors. Frederick Slagle is listed as former secretary/treasurer. The filing’s statement of purpose names Amy Halperin Wood and Jonathan J. Halperin as trustees.
The Marcus Foundation Inc is led by Jay Kaiman, Director & President since 2024 (on filings since 2020); 5 of 15 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Jay Kaiman
Director & President
President → Director & President, 2024
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$409K (2020) → $570K (2024)
Frank Blake
Director & Chairman
Director → Director & Chairman, 2024
On filings since 2020
20 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Frederick Marcus
Director
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
$51K (2020) → $50K (2024)
Michael Morris
Director
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
$50K (2020) → $50K (2024)
Doug Hertz
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
James Grien
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ken Langone
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Larry Smith
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Michael Leven
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Tina Price
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Tony Gelbart
Director
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Bernard Marcus
Former Chairman
Chairman → Former Chairman, 2024
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
$3K (2020) → $0 (2024)
Douglas P. Dinapoli
Chief Financial Officer
Finance Director → Chief Financial Officer, 2024
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
$102K (2020) → $108K (2024)
Renay Blumenthal
Vice President
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$361K (2020) → $424K (2024)
Frederick Slagle
Former Secretary & Treasurer
Secretary & Treasurer → Former Secretary & Treasurer, 2024
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.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $570K, to Jay Kaiman (Director and President). 5 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The Marcus Foundation Inc
How much does The Marcus Foundation Inc give each year?
The Marcus Foundation Inc gave $227.5M across 221 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $192.1M across 214 grants.
What is The Marcus Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
The Marcus Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $300,000, and its average grant was $1,029,209, across 221 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Marcus Foundation Inc that year got $616K on average.
Where does The Marcus Foundation Inc give grants?
The Marcus Foundation Inc's top state is Georgia, with 47% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were New York (11%) and District of Columbia (11%). The most frequent recipient cities were Atlanta, GA (63 grants), New York, NY (32 grants), Washington, DC (15 grants) and Boca Raton, FL (5 grants).
Who are The Marcus Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
The Marcus Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Shepherd Center Foundation ($17,647,034), Emory University ($14,154,769) and Avalon Network ($13,400,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 20% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Marcus Foundation Inc?
The Marcus Foundation Inc reported $366.8M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $258.9M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $4.1M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Marcus Foundation Inc fund?
The foundation’s stated purpose is to fund and partner with organizations addressing community food resources and sustainability. Its 2024 grants also went to organizations whose stated missions span areas including healthcare, veterans’ services, Jewish community life, education, and research. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Marcus Foundation Inc?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Marcus Foundation Inc's EIN?
The Marcus Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 58-1815651. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The Marcus Foundation Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
No, 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 October 2026.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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