Overview

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Fiscal Year Start

Apr 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Martin Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives through a relationship-based approach, operating by invitation only. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, making it essential for nonprofits to engage through established connections. Organizations interested in pursuing funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Total Funding Given
$216.8K
2025
Grantees funded
60
Multi-year grantees
60%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
25
Median 1st year grant
$2K
Median 2nd year grant
$2K
G
George J Hartnett
Board Member
L
Laurel G Martin
Board Member
W
W James Quigley
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to The Martin Foundation?
No. The Martin Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does The Martin Foundation give?
The Martin Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Massachusetts, Maine, and New Hampshire. 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 Martin Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from The Martin Foundation fall in the below $5,000 range. The median first-year grant is about $2,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does The Martin Foundation make each year?
In 2025, The Martin Foundation awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $217 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did The Martin Foundation fund recently?
In 2025, The Martin Foundation awarded grants to about 60 grantees. Recent grantees include THE CARROLL SCHOOL, THE EPIPHANY SCHOOL INC, and BROOKS SCHOOL. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to The Martin Foundation?
The Martin Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.