Orville D & Ruth A Merillat Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Orville D & Ruth A Merillat Foundation is a private foundation in Ann Arbor, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $7.5 million in 4 grants; the typical grant was $115,000 and the largest $7.2 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$7.5 million
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$115,000
- Largest grant$7.2 million
- Assets$55.2 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $5.4 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 | $5.4 million | 5 | $55.5 million |
| 2024 | $7.5 million | 4 | $55.2 million |
How to apply
Orville D & Ruth A Merillat 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 Orville D & Ruth A Merillat Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 2 | $7.3 million |
| Indiana | 1 | $200,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lenawee Christian Ministries | Operations support | $7.2 million |
| Huntington University | Operations support | $200,000 |
| Adrian College | Operations support | $30,000 |
| Focus on the Family | Operations support | $30,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard D Merillat
- Tricia LM McGuire
- George E Borel
Questions people ask
Does Orville D & Ruth A Merillat Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Orville D & Ruth A Merillat Foundation give?
$7.5 million in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $115,000.
Who runs Orville D & Ruth A Merillat Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard D Merillat (President), Tricia LM McGuire (Vice-President) and George E Borel (Treasurer, Secretary).
What does Orville D & Ruth A Merillat Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.