Violet R Merrill Charitable Tr
Preselected recipients only
Violet R Merrill Charitable Tr is a private foundation in Phillipsburg, Kansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $16,749 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $5,583 and the largest $5,583. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$16,749
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$5,583
- Largest grant$5,583
- Assets$364,198
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $16,962 the year before.
33% of its 2025 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 | $17,988 | 3 | $351,372 |
| 2024 | $16,962 | 3 | $343,080 |
| 2025 | $16,749 | 3 | $364,198 |
How to apply
Violet R Merrill Charitable Tr 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 Violet R Merrill Charitable Tr funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 1 | $5,583 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,583 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $5,583 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Heart Association | Charity | $5,583 |
| American Cancer Society | Charity | $5,583 |
| National Parkinson Foundation | Charity | $5,583 |
Officers and trustees
- Kayla Sinn
Questions people ask
Does Violet R Merrill Charitable Tr accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Violet R Merrill Charitable Tr give?
$16,749 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $5,583.
Who runs Violet R Merrill Charitable Tr?
Its 2025 filing lists Kayla Sinn (Trust Investment Officer).
What does Violet R Merrill Charitable Tr fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.