David and Laura Merage Foundation
Preselected recipients only
David and Laura Merage Foundation is a private foundation in Englewood, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.8 million in 21 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $2.8 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$3.8 million
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$2.8 million
- Assets$108 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3.3 million the year before.
33% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $3.9 million | 29 | $86.9 million |
| 2023 | $3.3 million | 27 | $99.2 million |
| 2024 | $3.8 million | 21 | $108 million |
How to apply
David and Laura Merage Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What David and Laura Merage Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $2.8 million |
| Colorado | 16 | $1.0 million |
| New York | 2 | $16,500 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Philanthropic Trust | Donor Advised Fund | $2.8 million |
| Black Cube | Contemporary arts and event sponsorship | $453,500 |
| Jewish Colorado | Jewish Community Support and event sponsorship | $165,000 |
| Early Learning Ventures | Early care and education | $150,000 |
| Mental Health CO | Mental healthcare | $75,000 |
| RedLine | Event Sponsorship | $50,150 |
| Executives Partnering to Invest in | Early care and education | $50,000 |
| National Jewish Health | Event sponsorship | $25,000 |
| FJC | Confronting antisemitism | $15,000 |
| Colorado Children's Campaign | Event Sponsorship | $10,000 |
| Mizel Institute | Event sponsorship | $10,000 |
| Health Federation of Philadelphia | Disaster relief | $10,000 |
| The Denver Center for the Performin | Community engagement | $10,000 |
| Hillel of Colorado | Event Sponsorship | $6,000 |
| Colorado Photographic Arts Center | Event sponsorship | $6,000 |
| Wish for Wheels Inc | Support children from under-resourced communities | $5,500 |
| Chabad of Pacific Palisades | Disaster relief | $5,000 |
| Philanthropy Colorado | Philantropic engagement | $2,575 |
| The Fund for a Healthier Colorado | Event sponsorship | $2,500 |
| The Tikvah Fund | Event sponsorship | $1,500 |
| Craig Hospital Foundation | Event sponsorship | $125 |
Officers and trustees
- David Merage
- Laura Merage
- Sabrina Naim
- Michael Niyompong
- Sue Renner
- Rob Nelson
Questions people ask
Does David and Laura Merage Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does David and Laura Merage Foundation give?
$3.8 million in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs David and Laura Merage Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David Merage (President), Laura Merage (Vice President), Sabrina Naim (Vice President) and Michael Niyompong (Executive Dir.) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does David and Laura Merage Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and faith communities.