Richard D and Lynette S Merillat Non-Profit Corporation
Preselected recipients only
Richard D and Lynette S Merillat Non-Profit Corporation is a private foundation in Ann Arbor, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $536,100 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $440,000. 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$536,100
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$440,000
- Assets$12.3 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $502,000 the year before.
33% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $660,000 | 12 | $10.2 million |
| 2023 | $502,000 | 11 | $11.6 million |
| 2024 | $536,100 | 9 | $12.3 million |
How to apply
Richard D and Lynette S Merillat Non-Profit Corporation 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
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 2 | $450,000 |
| California | 1 | $30,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $20,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $20,000 |
| Indiana | 2 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lenawee Christian Ministries | Operating support | $440,000 |
| Joni & Friends | Operating support | $30,000 |
| Hagee Ministires | Operating support | $20,000 |
| Samaritans Purse | Operating support | $20,000 |
| Care Pregnancy Center of Lenawee | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Concerned Women for America | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Remedy Live | Operating support | $5,000 |
| WBCL Radio Network | Operating support | $5,000 |
| The Dion Foundation | Operating support | $1,100 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard D Merillat
- Lynette S Merillat
- Tricia McGuire
- George E Borel
Questions people ask
Does Richard D and Lynette S Merillat Non-Profit Corporation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Richard D and Lynette S Merillat Non-Profit Corporation give?
$536,100 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Richard D and Lynette S Merillat Non-Profit Corporation?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard D Merillat (Trustee, President), Lynette S Merillat (Trustee, Secretary), Tricia McGuire (Trustee) and George E Borel (Trustee, Treasurer).