The Marge and Randy Becker Foundation
The Marge and Randy Becker Foundation is a private foundation, based in Middleburgh, NY. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $1.3M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 6 grants totaling $83K. Net investment income was $76K.
The Marge and Randy Becker Foundation at a glance
In short: The Marge and Randy Becker Foundation gave $83K across 6 grants in 2024 (avg $14K), mostly in New York. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $82,556
- +24.9% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 6
- -14.3% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $13,759
- +45.7% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $10,528
- Total assets
- $1,320,244
- +2.9% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- New York (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who The Marge and Randy Becker Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 6 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was The Joshua Foundation ($40K). Together the top 6 received $83K.
Grant Size Distribution
27 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 27 grants of 27 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 6 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The Marge and Randy Becker Foundation gives
- Giving grew 151% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 112% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $12K (2020) to $83K (2024). In 2024 it made 6 grants totaling $83K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Joshua Foundation Altamont, NY | To support the joshua project's mission of improving the lives of the most vulnerable in the community. | $40,000 |
| Schoharie Economic Enterprise Corp Cobleskill, NY | To Foster Economic Growth in Schoharie County | $16,000 |
| Village of Middleburgh Middleburgh, NY | Assist with the village's seasonal decorations & other general upkeep | $11,056 |
| New York Wildlife Rescue Center Inc Middleburgh, NY | To educate the public on and support the rescue of most wildlife in nys. | $10,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes Middleburgh, NY | Support for a registered not-for-profit organization which helps people with disabilities participate with their friends in indoor and outdoor athletic activities | $5,000 |
| Middleburgh Rotary Club Middleburgh, NY | Provide service to others, promote integrity, and advance world understanding,goodwill, and peace through its fellowship of business, professional, and community leaders. | $500 |
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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 | $1,320,244 | $121,703 | $84,416 | $82,556 | 6 | $82,556 | $75,843 | $73,437 |
| 2023 | $1,282,957 | $89,176 | $66,698 | $66,100 | 7 | $66,100 | $44,996 | $66,982 |
| 2022 | $1,260,479 | $206,639 | $73,967 | $73,155 | 7 | $73,155 | $23,273 | $64,064 |
| 2021 | $1,127,807 | $580,462 | $32,576 | $32,930 | 5 | $32,930 | $38,035 | $39,177 |
| 2020 | $579,921 | $47,424 | $13,967 | $12,380 | 2 | — | $20,837 | $26,969 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Marge and Randy Becker Foundation reported a distributable amount of $73K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The Marge and Randy Becker Foundation is led by James R. Becker, President since 2021 (on filings since 2020); none of the 6 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
James R. Becker
President
Vice President → President, 2021
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Carl E. Germain
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Edmund R. Becker
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Jordan T. Becker
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Keith M. Becker
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Glen McCarthy
Treasurer & Secretary
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Marjorie Becker (2020) — President
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 The Marge and Randy Becker Foundation
How much does The Marge and Randy Becker Foundation give each year?
The Marge and Randy Becker Foundation gave $83K across 6 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $66K across 7 grants.
What is The Marge and Randy Becker Foundation's typical grant size?
The Marge and Randy Becker Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $10,528, and its average grant was $13,759, across 6 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Marge and Randy Becker Foundation give grants?
The Marge and Randy Becker Foundation gives mostly in New York: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Middleburgh, NY (4 grants).
Does The Marge and Randy Becker Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 17% of The Marge and Randy Becker Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (1 of 6) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Marge and Randy Becker Foundation's largest grantees?
The Marge and Randy Becker Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include The Joshua Foundation ($40,000), Schoharie Economic Enterprise Corp ($16,000) and Village of Middleburgh ($11,056), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 81% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Marge and Randy Becker Foundation?
The Marge and Randy Becker Foundation reported $1.3M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $83K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $73K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What is The Marge and Randy Becker Foundation's EIN?
The Marge and Randy Becker Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-4510704. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Data update history
(1)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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