THE BEN AND SYLVIA MARKS CHARITABLE FOUNDATION

The Ben and Sylvia Marks Charitable Foundation distributes grants to organizations across Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area that address community needs in health, education, social services, and quality of life. The foundation supports nonprofits working in areas including child welfare, mental health, poverty reduction, and access to recreation and arts programs. By funding established organizations with proven track records, the foundation helps expand services for vulnerable and underserved populations. The foundation takes a direct approach to grantmaking, reviewing proposals from qualified charities and making strategic funding decisions that strengthen the social safety net in Toronto.