The Markkula Foundation
Woodside, California · EIN 770272230 · Private foundation
The Markkula Foundation is a private foundation based in Woodside, California. Its indexed IRS summary (FY2025) lists $485K in giving and $7.3M in assets. Bespoke Grants tracks 47 individual grants from this funder — $867K awarded across 2021–2023 — including its support for arts & culture. This public overview includes selected grant examples.
What The Markkula Foundation funds
The Markkula Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, food & agriculture, higher education, k-12 education.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco 49er Foundation unrestricted | Santa Clara, CA | $75K | 2023 |
| San Francisco 49er Foundation unrestricted | Santa Clara, CA | $75K | 2021 |
| Certell Inc unrestricted | Indianapolis, IN | $50K | 2021 |
How to apply for funding from The Markkula Foundation
The Markkula Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request.
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Frequently asked questions about The Markkula Foundation
- Does The Markkula Foundation accept grant applications?
- The Markkula Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does The Markkula Foundation fund?
- The Markkula Foundation's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include San Francisco 49er Foundation, Certell Inc. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Markkula Foundation give in grants?
- The Markkula Foundation's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $485K in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $867K over 47 grants.
- Where is The Markkula Foundation located?
- The Markkula Foundation is based in Woodside, California. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 770272230.
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