Building Stronger Communities. Creating Lasting Impact.
The Martini Foundation is a charitable organization being established to create meaningful and lasting impact through thoughtful philanthropy, responsible stewardship, and community partnership. Our long-term vision is to invest in education, animal welfare, health and wellness, disaster relief, environmental stewardship, community development, and the arts — while building an enduring charitable institution that serves future generations.
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Learn MorePhilanthropy, at its best, is not charity. It is investment — in people, in communities, in the future.
The Martini Foundation is being established to create lasting positive change through thoughtful stewardship and meaningful partnerships. As the Foundation grows, we look forward to working alongside donors, volunteers, nonprofit organizations, businesses, and community leaders who share our commitment to making a lasting difference.
Houston, Texas
Areas of Impact
Animal Welfare
Through The Apple & Charlie Brown Martini Initiative, the Foundation will invest in the protection, rescue, care, and well-being of animals — from companion animals and shelter residents to service animals, working animals, and wildlife — building more humane communities across Texas and beyond.
Areas of Impact
Education & Discovery
From scholarships and STEM programs to mentorship and workforce development, the Foundation will invest in the people and institutions that expand access to knowledge, innovation, and lifelong opportunity.
Areas of Impact
Strong Communities
The Foundation will support neighborhood revitalization, parks, historic preservation, and the civic infrastructure that allows communities to thrive — not just today, but for the generations that follow.
Areas of Impact
Historic Preservation
The Foundation will protect the civic and historic structures that anchor community identity — courthouses, libraries, and gathering spaces that connect present generations to those who came before.
Areas of Impact
Disaster & Emergency Relief
When communities face crisis, the Foundation will respond with care and efficiency — partnering with trusted relief organizations to help individuals, families, and animals recover and rebuild with dignity.
The Meaning of Stewardship
Stewardship is not simply the management of resources. It is the acceptance of a responsibility that extends beyond the present moment — a commitment to preserve, protect, and grow what has been entrusted to us so that future generations may benefit from it. The Martini Foundation takes that responsibility seriously in everything we do.
“Do well by doing good.”
How We Create Impact
Strategic Grantmaking
Long-Term Partnerships
Scholarship Awards
Community Investment
Disaster Response
Animal Welfare
Historic Preservation
Civic Engagement
“We believe the most meaningful investments are those that outlast the investor.”
Guiding Principles
Integrity in all decisions
Responsible stewardship of resources
Long-term thinking over short-term results
Transparency with partners and the public
Compassion as a guiding principle
Accountability to the communities we serve
Collaboration over competition
About the Foundation
Founded on a Belief in Lasting Change
The Martini Foundation was established by Ashton and Jonas Martini, Ph.D. with a clear and enduring purpose: to create meaningful, lasting change through thoughtful philanthropy and responsible stewardship. Every decision we make reflects our commitment to integrity, long-term thinking, and the communities we serve.
Leadership
Guided by Integrity. Built to Endure.
The Martini Foundation is led by founders Ashton and Jonas Martini, Ph.D., Director Andres Montalvo, and a Board of Directors committed to principled governance and long-term stewardship. Together they ensure the Foundation fulfills its mission today while preserving its capacity to serve future generations.
Ashton Martini
Founder & Co-Chair
Jonas Martini, Ph.D.
Founder & Co-Chair
Andres Montalvo
Director
Meghan Holiday
Board Member
Tim Grimes
Board Member
News & Impact
Stories of Purpose and Progress
Foundation News
The Martini Foundation Launches Inaugural Grantmaking Program
The Foundation announces the opening of its inaugural grant cycle, inviting qualified nonprofit organizations to submit inquiries aligned with its four areas of focus.
Community
Investing in Houston: A Commitment to Our Home City
Houston has always been at the heart of the Foundation's mission. We reflect on what it means to invest in the city that shaped us — and what we hope to build together.
Stewardship
A Message from Our Founders on Responsible Philanthropy
Ashton and Jonas Martini, Ph.D. share their vision for what it means to be a responsible steward of charitable resources in a time of great need and great opportunity.
Get Involved
Lasting Change Is Built Together
We welcome partnerships with individuals, organizations, and institutions who share our commitment to education, animal welfare, community development, and disaster relief. There are many ways to be part of the work.