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The Marino Family Charitable Foundation, Inc. is dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals by offering support to non-profit organizations who have demonstrated, through their charitable works and core values, the ability to make a positive difference in and further advance, educate, or enrich their communities.
Annual submission deadlines
May 31
Program areas
Health
Human services
Program limitations
The Foundation primarily provides grants for ongoing program support and typically does not fund requests for building repairs and improvements or capital projects. Special consideration will be given to organizations that work with and assist individuals with Down syndrome.
States served
California
Florida
Geographic limitations
Grants are concentrated in the areas of Boca Raton, Florida, Los Angeles, California, and San Francisco, California.
Population served
Grants are generally made to assist with the needs and education of individuals with Down syndrome.
Requirements
- To be eligible, organizations must qualify as exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Limitations
The foundation typically does not fund requests for:
- Building repairs and improvements
- Capital projects
Grantmaking priorities
Preference may be given to requests for organizations that assist with the needs and education of individuals with Down syndrome.
Annual application period and deadlines
Applications are accepted year-round. Applications must be submitted by May 31 to be reviewed by the end of the year.
Communications
Applicants will receive an automated email confirming their submission.
Required agreements and reports
Periodic progress reports and final reports may be required for funded projects.
About the Foundation
The Marino Family Charitable Foundation, Inc. was created in 2012. The Foundation was established to provide funding for public charities, including, but not limited to, those dedicated to assisting individuals with Down syndrome and their families.