The Esther and Carl Merklein Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Esther and Carl Merklein Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Phillipsburg, Kansas. In tax year 2024 it gave $43,968 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $1,587 and the largest $17,996. 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$43,968
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$1,587
- Largest grant$17,996
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was down from $44,865 the year before.
17% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $44,865 | 12 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $43,968 | 13 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
The Esther and Carl Merklein Foundation Inc 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 The Esther and Carl Merklein Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Kansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 10 | $41,468 |
| Iowa | 1 | $1,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Huck Boyd Foundation | Arts program grant & local charities grant | $17,996 |
| Phillipsburg City Library | Vision charity grant | $4,397 |
| Zion Lutheran Church | Charity | $3,608 |
| Phillips County Ministerial Allianc | Food pantry grant | $3,500 |
| Emanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church | Lutheran charities | $3,384 |
| Phillipsburg Christian Church | Local missions grant | $2,996 |
| Phillips County Community Foundatio | Local charity | $1,587 |
| Lutheran Disaster Response | Disaster relief assistance | $1,500 |
| The Play Space | Grant | $1,500 |
| Individual | Lutheran charity grant | $1,000 |
| Oaks Indian Center | Lutheran charity grant | $1,000 |
| 4-H Fair Premium Fund | Local charity | $1,000 |
| Ecla Fund for Leaders | Charity | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Brett Biggs
- Rance Ames
- Jeff Weishaar
- Paula Schilowsky
- Robert L Bennight
- John George
Questions people ask
Does The Esther and Carl Merklein Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Esther and Carl Merklein Foundation Inc give?
$43,968 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $1,587.
Who runs The Esther and Carl Merklein Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Brett Biggs (President), Rance Ames (Secretary), Jeff Weishaar (Treasurer) and Paula Schilowsky (Asst Treasurer) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Esther and Carl Merklein Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.