Merrill & Patricia Kirsch Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Merrill & Patricia Kirsch Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Waconia, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $39,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $2,250 and the largest $25,500. 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$39,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$2,250
- Largest grant$25,500
- Assets$661,012
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $35,500 the year before.
50% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $35,500 | 14 | $642,061 |
| 2024 | $39,000 | 8 | $661,012 |
How to apply
Merrill & Patricia Kirsch Charitable 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 Merrill & Patricia Kirsch Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 7 | $37,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Holy Family Catholic High School | General charitable purposes | $25,500 |
| Ridgeview Foundation Waconia | General charitable purposes | $3,000 |
| St Joseph Catholic School | General charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Saint Paul Seminary | General charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Catholic Shools Center of Exellence | General charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Sharing & Caring Hands Inc | General charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | General charitable purposes | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Patrick L Kirsch
- Anthony A Kirsch
- Catherine A Seck
Questions people ask
Does Merrill & Patricia Kirsch Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Merrill & Patricia Kirsch Charitable Foundation give?
$39,000 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $2,250.
Who runs Merrill & Patricia Kirsch Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Patrick L Kirsch (President/Di), Anthony A Kirsch (Treasurer/Di) and Catherine A Seck (Secretary/Di).
What does Merrill & Patricia Kirsch Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.