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
QuickStart, LLC
Joshua R. Marks
President
136 Winthrop LLC
136 Winthrop LLC
Sally Marks
Community Volunteer
Theodore E. Marks
President
Fowler’s Chocolates
Fowler’s Chocolates
Heather Marks Palmer
President
HMP Web Consulting
HMP Web Consulting