The Marks Family Foundation provides grants to organizations that provide programs in education, arts, or health for under-represented populations, especially young people.
The Marks Family Foundation was established in 1991 by Western New York business leader Randolph “Randy” Marks as a way to give back to the community that supported him and his family throughout his business career. Randy’s career in Buffalo began when he and a partner founded Computer Task Group, now CTG, an international computer software services provider. Randy went on to participate in numerous business ventures in Buffalo and donated his time and treasure to a variety of not-for-profits in the region.

Although not born in Buffalo, Western New York was dear to Randy, and through the Marks Family Foundation his family continues his legacy of giving back to the community.

Randolph A. Marks 1935 – 2012

Our
Mission

Our mission is to support organizations that provide access, opportunity, and education to under-represented, minority, and low-income populations. We provide funding for organizations that offer programs in education, arts, or health for under-represented populations, especially youth. Grants are primarily given in Western New York (Erie and Niagara Counties), with secondary consideration given to programs within our mission in New York City and Vermont.

Trustees

Wendelyn Duquette

President
QuickStart, LLC

Joshua R. Marks

President
136 Winthrop LLC

Sally Marks

Community Volunteer

Theodore E. Marks

President
Fowler’s Chocolates

Heather Marks Palmer

President
HMP Web Consulting