The George and Judy Marcus Family Foundation

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Empowering Change

Investing in education, health, culture, and community for lasting impact.

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Our Mission at Luminara

We invest in education, health, Jewish causes, and community growth to uplift lives and nurture lasting change.

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A warm gathering of diverse community members sharing stories under soft, glowing lights.
Core Focus
Our Approach

By partnering closely with institutions, we ensure our support drives meaningful, measurable impact over time.

Our Focus

Dedicated to education, health, Jewish causes, and community growth.

A vibrant university campus with students engaged in lively discussion under sunny skies.
A vibrant university campus with students engaged in lively discussion under sunny skies.
Healthcare professionals collaborating in a bright, modern medical research lab.
Healthcare professionals collaborating in a bright, modern medical research lab.
Education

Supporting scholarships and academic programs that nurture future leaders.

Healthcare

Investing in medical research to improve patient care and access.

Education Focus

Supporting universities and scholarships nationwide.

A diverse group of students engaged in a lively discussion on a university campus lawn.
A diverse group of students engaged in a lively discussion on a university campus lawn.
Healthcare Initiatives

Partnering with hospitals and research centers to improve patient care and medical innovations that make a real difference.

A scientist in a lab coat examining slides under a microscope in a bright medical research facility.
A scientist in a lab coat examining slides under a microscope in a bright medical research facility.
Community Impact

Investing in programs that build stronger neighborhoods and support underserved populations with lasting social benefits.

A vibrant community event supported by the foundation, showing diverse groups engaged in lively conversation and collaboration.
A vibrant community event supported by the foundation, showing diverse groups engaged in lively conversation and collaboration.

Impact

Moments that reflect our commitment to education and community.

Scholars at a university campus, immersed in study, symbolizing the foundation’s dedication to academic excellence.
Scholars at a university campus, immersed in study, symbolizing the foundation’s dedication to academic excellence.
Healthcare professionals working together in a modern hospital setting, highlighting medical advancement efforts.
Healthcare professionals working together in a modern hospital setting, highlighting medical advancement efforts.

Get in Touch

We welcome your questions and partnership ideas to further our mission.

Location

777 California Ave Palo Alto, CA, 94304-1179 United States

contact us

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info@marcusfamfdn.com

650-845-8100

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