our foundation
On November 18, 2021 Marc Joseph DeNovellis was taken from this life after a long and courageous battle with brain cancer. The Marc Joseph Foundation was established on May 22, 2025 to continue the noble work that Marc began here on earth. Marc was kind, caring and full of love positivity. He was a lifelong artist, DJ and friend to everyone he met, always putting the needs of others above his own. In that same spirit, the Marc Joseph Foundation will be there in support of young, aspiring artists and help aid the fight against brain cancer.
Our Mission
Our mission is to honor the legacy of our brother and lifelong companion, Marc Joseph DeNovellis, by empowering the next generation through educational scholarships and funding the fight against cancer. We aim to assist students pursuing higher education with their financial obligations, while also contributing to charitable organizations that advance brain cancer research, treatment, and awareness.
Programs and Activities
Annual Scholarship Awards
The organization began awarding scholarships in 2023 to selected Bloomfield High School seniors (Bloomfield, CT) pursuing a college degree in visual arts, who meet academic and character-based criteria. To date, we have awarded $1000 to in scholarships.
Recipients are selected through a formal application process reviewed by a volunteer scholarship committee.
Charitable Donations to Cancer Research Organizations
The organization may allocate a portion of its funds to make charitable contributions to 501(c)(3) organizations that conduct or support brain cancer research or services for patients and families affected by brain cancer.
Fundraising Events
To raise funds for scholarships and charitable donations, the organization hosts events such as golf tournaments and community fundraising campaigns.
All fundraising activities are planned and executed by volunteer trustees and supporters.
Community Outreach and Engagement
The organization works with local schools, counselors, and community organizations to promote scholarship opportunities and increase awareness of its mission.
Outreach may also include informational efforts to highlight the importance of brain cancer research and prevention.
Organizational structure
The organization is operated entirely by volunteers. There are no paid employees. A volunteer board of directors governs the organization, manages finances, oversees fundraising, administers scholarships, and evaluates charitable giving in accordance with its mission.