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Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Mario Family Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding, making grants by invitation only. With a total of $2.1 million distributed to 34 grantees in 2024, the foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Total Funding Given
$2.1M
2024
Grantees funded
34
Multi-year grantees
62%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
19
Median 1st year grant
$25K
Median 2nd year grant
$35K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
M
Marylou Rowe
Board Member
J
Jeffrey Spritzer
Board Member
C
Christopher B Mario
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE MARIO FAMILY FOUNDATION?
No. THE MARIO FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE MARIO FAMILY FOUNDATION give?
THE MARIO FAMILY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in North Carolina, New Jersey, and Maryland. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE MARIO FAMILY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE MARIO FAMILY FOUNDATION fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE MARIO FAMILY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE MARIO FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $2.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE MARIO FAMILY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE MARIO FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include RUTGERS UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION, THE LAWRENCEVILLE SCHOOL, and Cristo Rey Network. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE MARIO FAMILY FOUNDATION?
THE MARIO FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.