Mercer Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mercer Family Foundation is a private foundation in Waltham, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.8 million in 1 grant; the typical grant was $3.8 million and the largest $3.8 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 grants1
- Typical grant$3.8 million
- Largest grant$3.8 million
- Assets$88.3 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3.5 million the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3.5 million | 1 | $87.6 million |
| 2024 | $3.8 million | 1 | $88.3 million |
How to apply
Mercer 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 1 | $3.8 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Donors Trust | General Support | $3.8 million |
Officers and trustees
- Rebekah Mercer
- Robert Mercer
- Jennifer Mercer
- Heather Mercer
Questions people ask
Does Mercer Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mercer Family Foundation give?
$3.8 million in tax year 2024, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $3.8 million.
Who runs Mercer Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Rebekah Mercer (Director), Robert Mercer (Director), Jennifer Mercer (Director) and Heather Mercer (Director).