Martha & Merritt Dejong Fdn
Preselected recipients only
Martha & Merritt Dejong Fdn is a private foundation in Kansas City, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $35,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $17,500 and the largest $25,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$35,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$17,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$615,638
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $35,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $49,000 | 3 | $563,075 |
| 2024 | $35,000 | 2 | $598,674 |
| 2025 | $35,000 | 2 | $615,638 |
How to apply
Martha & Merritt Dejong Fdn 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 Martha & Merritt Dejong Fdn funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 2 | $35,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Evansville Philharmonic Orcestra | General operating | $25,000 |
| Evansville Museum | General operating | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- National Advisors Trust Company
- Eric Nicholson
- Joan Dejong
- Gretchen Huff
Questions people ask
Does Martha & Merritt Dejong Fdn accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Martha & Merritt Dejong Fdn give?
$35,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $17,500.
Who runs Martha & Merritt Dejong Fdn?
Its 2025 filing lists National Advisors Trust Company (Trustee), Eric Nicholson (Board of Managers), Joan Dejong (Board of Managers) and Gretchen Huff (Board of Managers).
What does Martha & Merritt Dejong Fdn fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.