Merlo Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Merlo Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $216,500 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$216,500
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$5.4 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2024 was up from $204,000 the year before.
46% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $204,000 | 8 | $5.0 million |
| 2024 | $216,500 | 11 | $5.4 million |
How to apply
Merlo Family 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 Merlo Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $105,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $56,000 |
| Rhode Island | 2 | $25,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Pittsburgh | General & Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| All Hands and Hearts Smart Response Inc | Charitable Event | $50,000 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Providence | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Humane Society of the United States | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Lincoln School | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Dana Farber Cancer Institute Inc | General & Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Childrens Hospital Pittsburgh Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Johns Hopkins University | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| LOVE4PAWS Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Movember Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Kristen V Merlo
- Larry J Merlo
- LeeAnn E Merlo
Questions people ask
Does Merlo Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Merlo Family Foundation give?
$216,500 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Merlo Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kristen V Merlo (Dir), Larry J Merlo (Dir, Pres, Sec, Treas) and LeeAnn E Merlo (Dir).
What does Merlo Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and health.