France-Merrick Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
France-Merrick Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Baltimore, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $10.1 million in 184 grants; the typical grant was $22,370 and the largest $305,000. 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$10.1 million
- Number of grants184
- Typical grant$22,370
- Largest grant$305,000
- Assets$246 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2024 was up from $9.2 million the year before.
56% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $12.8 million | 213 | $211 million |
| 2022 | $9.3 million | 198 | $213 million |
| 2023 | $9.2 million | 217 | $226 million |
| 2024 | $10.1 million | 184 | $246 million |
How to apply
France-Merrick 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What France-Merrick Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 150 | $9.3 million |
| Virginia | 7 | $289,500 |
| District of Columbia | 10 | $260,600 |
| New Hampshire | 3 | $122,000 |
| New York | 8 | $77,400 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $15,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 2 | $8,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Usm - University of Baltimore Foundation | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $305,000 |
| Turnaround Tuesday Inc | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $300,000 |
| Usm - University of Maryland Baltimore County | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $300,000 |
| Nature Conservancy | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $254,500 |
| The HCH Real Estate Company Inc | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $250,000 |
| Jhu - School of Nursing | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $205,000 |
| Drink at the Well Inc | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $201,000 |
| Maryland Science Center | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $200,000 |
| Park West Health System | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $200,000 |
| Pikesville Armory Foundation | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $200,000 |
| Rails-To-Trails Conservancy | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $200,000 |
| St Vincent de Paul of Baltimore Inc | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $200,000 |
| Rebuild Metro | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $150,250 |
| Baltimore City Public Schools | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $150,000 |
| Baltimore Lab School | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $150,000 |
| Baltimore Museum of Art | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $150,000 |
| Franciscan Center | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $150,000 |
| Friends School of Baltimore | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $150,000 |
| Grace Medical Center Inc | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $150,000 |
| Jemicy School | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $150,000 |
| Jhu - Homewood Museum | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $150,000 |
| Maryland Zoo in Baltimore | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $150,000 |
| Seed School of Maryland | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $150,000 |
| Collegebound Foundation | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $145,500 |
| Vehicles for Change | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $130,000 |
| City Neighbors Foundation | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $125,000 |
| Goucher College | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $125,000 |
| Springboard Community Services (SCS) | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $125,000 |
| Caroline Center | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $120,000 |
| Chesapeake Bay Foundation | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $120,000 |
| United Way of Central Maryland | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $116,303 |
| B&o Railroad Museum | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $116,250 |
| Camp Pasquaney | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $115,000 |
| Blue Water Baltimore | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $102,500 |
| St Paul's School for Boys | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $100,500 |
| At Jacob's Well | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $100,000 |
| Baltimore Symphony Orchestra | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $100,000 |
| Black Women Build - Baltimore | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $100,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Metropolitan Baltimore | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $100,000 |
| Chase Brexton Health Care | Grants are to be used in accordance with the established purpose of the recipient organization. | $100,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Amy Gross
- Walter D Pinkard Jr
- Peter Pinkard
- Robert G Merrick III
- Gregory C Pinkard
- Danielle Torain-Victor
- Juliet A Eurich
- Jeannie Merrick Maddux
- Alicia Wilson
Questions people ask
Does France-Merrick Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does France-Merrick Foundation Inc give?
$10.1 million in tax year 2024, across 184 grants, with a typical grant of $22,370.
Who runs France-Merrick Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Amy Gross (President), Walter D Pinkard Jr (Chair), Peter Pinkard (Vice-Chair) and Robert G Merrick III (Treasurer) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does France-Merrick Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and environment and conservation.