The Samuel S and Joyce C Marfield
The Samuel S and Joyce C Marfield is a private foundation based in Naples, Florida. In filing year 2026, it reported $69,500 in grants to 10 organizations.
The Samuel S and Joyce C Marfield at a glance
In short: The Samuel S and Joyce C Marfield gave $70K across 10 grants in 2026 (avg $7K), top state Minnesota. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $69,500
- +41.8% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 10
- +11.1% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $6,950
- +27.7% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $1,250
- Total assets
- $594,812
- -2.2% vs 2025
- Primary geography
- Minnesota (49% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Samuel S and Joyce C Marfield
- 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: 11637 Talon Drive, Naples, FL 34120
Phone: (612) 991-4444
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Samuel S and Joyce C Marfield funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Westgate Church ($30K). Together the top 10 received $70K.
Grant Size Distribution
39 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 38 grants of 39 (97%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2026, grant dollars went to recipients in Minnesota (49%), Texas (29%), Florida (21%), and Massachusetts (1%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 10 itemized grants.
Cities
How The Samuel S and Joyce C Marfield gives
- 20% of 2026 grantees were also funded in 2025. Method
- Giving grew 117% from 2023 to 2026. Method
- In 2026 it paid out 215% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2026). 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 2021 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $12K (2021) to $70K (2026). In 2026 it made 10 grants totaling $70K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Westgate Church Plymouth, MN | General Fund | $30,000 |
| KGM Ministries Colleyville, TX | General Fund | $20,000 |
| Starability Foundation Naples, FL | General Fund | $11,000 |
| Woodlawn Cemetary Association Winona, MN | General Fund | $2,000 |
| Collier Community Foundation Naples, FL | General Fund | $1,500 |
| Immokalee High School Immokalee, FL | General Fund | $1,000 |
| Action for Life Naples, FL | General Fund | $1,000 |
| American Legion Post 398 Mound, MN | General Fund | $1,000 |
| Interfaith Outreach & Community Partners Plymouth, MN | General Fund | $1,000 |
| Sisters Slaves of the Immaculate Heart of Mary of Saint Benedict Center Harvard, MA | General Fund | $1,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $594,812 | $65,832 | $79,256 | $69,500 | 10 | $69,500 | $50,676 | $32,258 |
| 2025 | $608,236 | $39,544 | $57,312 | $49,000 | 9 | $49,000 | $31,232 | $31,975 |
| 2024 | $626,004 | $30,900 | $79,149 | $69,000 | 12 | $69,000 | $20,751 | $31,195 |
| 2023 | $674,253 | $-32,434 | $39,642 | $32,000 | 7 | $32,000 | $6,889 | $30,768 |
| 2022 | $746,329 | $26,330 | $68,307 | $60,000 | 1 | $60,000 | $18,023 | $35,536 |
| 2021 | $788,306 | $1,562 | $18,473 | $11,500 | 2 | — | — | $38,806 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Samuel S and Joyce C Marfield reported a distributable amount of $32K for 2026 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2026 grants, all listed for general fund purposes, went to a range of charitable organizations.
Among the recipients, Starability Foundation says its mission is to connect individuals with disabilities to social, vocational, and educational opportunities in the community. Collier Community Foundation says it works to increase and focus private philanthropy in the Collier County area. Action for Life says it supports efforts to protect the sanctity of life through education, advocacy, prayer, and support for traditional family values. American Legion Post 398 says it supports local veterans through social and recreational programs and assistance, promotes Americanism, and helps local community charities.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2026, the foundation gave $69,500 through 10 grants. Grant amounts ranged from $1,000 to $30,000, with a median grant of $1,250. Its largest grants were $30,000 to Westgate Church in Plymouth, Minnesota; $20,000 to KGM Ministries in Colleyville, Texas; and $11,000 to Starability Foundation in Naples, Florida. Other listed grants included $2,000 to Woodlawn Cemetery Association and $1,500 to Collier Community Foundation. Five additional organizations received $1,000 each.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2026 filing lists Samuel S Marfield as president and Joyce C Marfield as vice president.
The Samuel S and Joyce C Marfield is led by Samuel S. Marfield, President on every filing since 2021; none of the 2 officers listed in 2026 report compensation.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Samuel S. Marfield
President
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Joyce C. Marfield
Vice President
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2026. "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 Samuel S and Joyce C Marfield
How much does The Samuel S and Joyce C Marfield give each year?
The Samuel S and Joyce C Marfield gave $70K across 10 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2025 it gave $49K across 9 grants.
What is The Samuel S and Joyce C Marfield's typical grant size?
The Samuel S and Joyce C Marfield's median grant in 2026 was $1,250, and its average grant was $6,950, across 10 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Samuel S and Joyce C Marfield give grants?
The Samuel S and Joyce C Marfield's top state is Minnesota, with 49% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Texas (29%) and Florida (21%). The most frequent recipient cities were Naples, FL (3 grants) and Plymouth, MN (2 grants).
Does The Samuel S and Joyce C Marfield give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of The Samuel S and Joyce C Marfield's 2026 grants with a stated purpose (10 of 10) were for general or operating support, per its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Samuel S and Joyce C Marfield's largest grantees?
The Samuel S and Joyce C Marfield's largest 2026 grantees include Westgate Church ($30,000), KGM Ministries ($20,000) and Starability Foundation ($11,000), according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 88% of its itemized 2026 grant dollars.
How large is The Samuel S and Joyce C Marfield?
The Samuel S and Joyce C Marfield reported $595K in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $70K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $32K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Samuel S and Joyce C Marfield fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2026 grants, all listed for general fund purposes, went to a range of charitable organizations. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Samuel S and Joyce C Marfield?
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 Samuel S and Joyce C Marfield's EIN?
The Samuel S and Joyce C Marfield's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 41-1957654. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2026.
Does The Samuel S and Joyce C Marfield 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 September 2026.
Data update history
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 12, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS October 24, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 8, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 13, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS November 17, 2025)
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS August 25, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
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Grantable. (2026). The Samuel S and Joyce C Marfield funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 22, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/the-samuel-s-and-joyce-c-marfield-morg_e6dd8c0477144dc8ac9ee3455c49336d
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