The Richard and Cheryl Metrick Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Richard and Cheryl Metrick Charitable Trust is a private foundation in North Hills, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $38,500 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $5,000. 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$38,500
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$332,184
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $43,000 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 | $37,500 | 18 | $349,309 |
| 2024 | $43,000 | 18 | $359,639 |
| 2025 | $38,500 | 18 | $332,184 |
How to apply
The Richard and Cheryl Metrick Charitable Trust 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 The Richard and Cheryl Metrick Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 12 | $27,250 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $7,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,500 |
| Utah | 1 | $750 |
| Colorado | 1 | $500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Long Island Cares | General purpose | $5,000 |
| New Haven Youth Tennis and Education | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Robin Hood | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Harry Chapin Foundation | General purpose | $3,750 |
| Family Service League | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Panther Ridge Conservation Center | General purposes | $2,500 |
| Planned Parenthood | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Reach Inc | General purpose | $2,000 |
| Brooklyn Law School | General purpose | $1,500 |
| Lymphatic Education & Research Foundation | General purpose | $1,500 |
| Wildlife Conservation Society | General purpose | $1,500 |
| Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Manhasset-Lakeville Volunteer Fire Department | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Polytech University - Poly NYU Tandon Sch of Eng | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Best Friends | General purpose | $750 |
| Humane Society of the US | General purpose | $500 |
| National Jewish Medical Research | General purpose | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Cheryl Metrick
- Andrew Metrick
Questions people ask
Does The Richard and Cheryl Metrick Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Richard and Cheryl Metrick Charitable Trust give?
$38,500 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs The Richard and Cheryl Metrick Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Cheryl Metrick (Trustee) and Andrew Metrick (Trustee).
What does The Richard and Cheryl Metrick Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and science and research.