How to apply
N/A Contact: Cynthia M Marr, 10 Rowes Wharf, Boston, Ma, 6175961192 Deadlines: N/A Restrictions: N/A
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2025 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2025
25 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Boys and Girls Club of DorchesterDorchester, MA | Charitable | $813K |
| St Francis HouseBoston, MA | Charitable | $60K |
| Boston Healthcare for the HomelessBoston, MA | Charitable | $50K |
| Greater Boston Food BankBoston, MA | Charitable | $50K |
| Pine Street InnBoston, MA | Charitable | $50K |
| Mgh Durant FellowshipBoston, MA | Charitable | $27K |
| Rosies PlaceBoston, MA | Charitable | $25K |
| Catholic Community FundBraintree, MA | Charitable | $14K |
| Boston Childrens HospitalBoston, MA | Charitable | $13K |
| Unversity of Notre DameNotre Dame, IN | Charitable | $10K |
| The Teacher Leadership FundBoston, MA | Charitable | $10K |
| St Anthony's ShrineBoston, MA | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Heading Home FoundationBoston, MA | Charitable | $5,500 |
| Franciscan Childrens HospitalBrighton, MA | Charitable | $5,000 |
| St Rock Haiti FoundationMilton, MA | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Community ServingsJamaica Plain, MA | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Multiple Sclerosis FoundationWaltham, MA | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Ascension of Our Lord Savior Jesus ChristSudbury, MA | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Clergy TrustBraintree, MA | Charitable | $1,000 |
| The Home for Little WanderersBoston, MA | Chratiable | $1,000 |
| CaritasBraintree, MA | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Choc FoundationOrange, CA | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Spaulding RehabBoston, MA | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Mary Ann Brett Food PantryDorchester, MA | Charitable | $500 |
| The Focus FoundationDavidson, MD | Charitable | $500 |
By state: Massachusetts 22 · Indiana 1 · California 1 · Maryland 1
About this foundation
The Robert and Cynthia Marr Charitable Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Boston, Massachusetts, administered in care of Darmody Merlino & Co Llp, tax-exempt since 2003. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does The Robert and Cynthia Marr Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. N/A Deadlines: N/A.
How much does The Robert and Cynthia Marr Charitable Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $1.2M across 25 grants, a median of $5,500.
Where does The Robert and Cynthia Marr Charitable Foundation give?
Massachusetts (22 grants), Indiana (1 grants), California (1 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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