The Martini Foundation
Who We Are
Our Story
Founded on a Belief in Lasting Change
The Martini Foundation was established by Ashton and Jonas Martini, Ph.D. with a long-term vision of strengthening communities, improving lives, and creating meaningful opportunities through thoughtful philanthropy and responsible stewardship. The Foundation is being built to serve future generations through strategic partnerships, community engagement, and a commitment to lasting impact.
As the Foundation grows, we intend to support initiatives that reflect our values while building an organization rooted in integrity, compassion, collaboration, and thoughtful leadership. We welcome future collaboration with individuals, families, businesses, volunteers, nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic partners who share our commitment to creating lasting change.
Our Mission
To improve lives, strengthen communities, and create lasting opportunities through thoughtful philanthropy, responsible stewardship, and meaningful partnerships. We believe lasting change is achieved through careful planning, collaboration, and long-term investment in people, organizations, and communities.
Our Vision
“To build an enduring charitable institution that inspires generosity, strengthens communities, and creates opportunities that benefit future generations.”
The Martini Foundation envisions a world where thoughtful philanthropy strengthens the civic fabric of communities — where education opens doors, animals are treated with dignity, neighborhoods are places of pride, and no family faces disaster alone. We will work toward that vision one partnership at a time, guided by our three core areas of focus: Animal Welfare, Education & Discovery, and Strong Communities.
Core Values
Integrity
The Foundation will hold itself to the highest standards of honesty and ethical conduct in every decision it makes.
Stewardship
The Foundation will manage its resources with care, discipline, and a long-term perspective.
Compassion
The Foundation will approach every grant and partnership with genuine care for the people, animals, and communities it serves.
Collaboration
The Foundation believes the best outcomes will emerge from strong, trust-based partnerships with the organizations it supports.
Accountability
The Foundation will hold itself and its partners accountable for results, transparency, and responsible use of resources.
Long-Term Thinking
The Foundation will invest for the future, prioritizing durable impact over short-term results.
Governance
Independent Board oversight
Transparent grantmaking process
Rigorous financial stewardship
Annual reporting and accountability
Guided by Principle, Accountable to Purpose
The Foundation is governed by a Board of Directors committed to responsible stewardship, transparent decision-making, and the long-term health of the institution. Our governance structure will ensure that every grant decision reflects our values and advances our mission.
Investment Philosophy
Patient Capital for Lasting Change
The Martini Foundation approaches philanthropy as a long-term investor. The Foundation will seek organizations with strong governance, clear theories of change, and the capacity to sustain their work beyond any single grant cycle.
The Foundation will favor multi-year partnerships over one-time gifts, and will measure success not by the number of grants made but by the depth and durability of the impact created.
Multi-year partnership commitments
Rigorous due diligence
Measurable outcomes and reporting
Endowment preservation for future generations
Our Heritage
“The Martini Foundation was established by Ashton and Jonas Martini, Ph.D. to create lasting positive change through thoughtful philanthropy and responsible stewardship.”
The Foundation operates as an independent charitable organization with its own mission, governance, and commitment to serving the public good. Together, we are building an institution designed to endure — and to welcome the collaboration of all who share our vision.
“Leadership requires service.”