Felix E. Martin, Jr. Foundation



				The Felix E. Martin, Jr. Foundation, Inc., was established in 2008 thanks to the generosity of long-time Muhlenberg County resident Felix Eaves Martin, Jr. (1927-2007). At the time of his death, Mr. Felix E. Martin, Jr. included language in his Will stating: The remainder . . . shall be distributed . . . to create a charitable foundation or a charitable trust for the benefit of the education, civic, and cultural needs of the residents of Muhlenberg County, Kentucky… The executor of Mr. Martin’s estate, Mr. Roderick J. Tompkins Sr., was familiar with the reputation of The Community Foundation of Louisville as a service provider and administrative partner in many of Kentucky’s major philanthropic endeavors. Mr. Tompkins approached The Community Foundation of Louisville to establish and manage the Felix E. Martin, Jr. Foundation. The Felix E. Martin, Jr. Foundation is chaired by Roderick Tompkins, Sr., Felix’s long-time friend and financial advisor. The Foundation honors the life of this generous local citizen so that his legacy will enhance the lives of individuals living and working in Muhlenberg County for generations to come.