Merkley Charitable Trust
Accepts applications
Merkley Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Columbus, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $191,105 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $105,452. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$191,105
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$105,452
- Assets$6.8 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2024 was down from $216,272 the year before.
39% 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 | $207,272 | 17 | $5.6 million |
| 2023 | $216,272 | 14 | $6.4 million |
| 2024 | $191,105 | 13 | $6.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Anne Farver Co Huntington Bank 328 S Saginaw St, Flint, MI 48502 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (810) 342-7089 |
| What to submit | Written request stating name of organization to be considered |
| Restrictions | Organizations providing services to the youth and elderly of genesee county |
What Merkley Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 11 | $181,105 |
| Ohio | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Genesee County Parks and Recreation | General operating | $105,452 |
| Genesee County Humane Society | General operating | $35,153 |
| Food Bank of Eastern Michigan | General operating | $10,000 |
| Flint Institute of Music | General operating | $10,000 |
| The Salvation Army | General operating | $5,000 |
| Big Brothers and Big Sisters of East Cen | General operating | $5,000 |
| Crim Fitness Foundation Inc | General operating | $5,000 |
| Crossover Downtown Outreach Ministry | General operating | $4,000 |
| Chosen Few Arts Council | General operating | $3,000 |
| Communities First Inc | General operating | $2,500 |
| Flint Institute of Arts | General operating | $2,500 |
| Flint Childrens Museum | General operating | $2,500 |
| The New McCree Theatre | General operating | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Huntington National Bank
Questions people ask
Does Merkley Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Merkley Charitable Trust give?
$191,105 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Merkley Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Huntington National Bank (Trustee).
What does Merkley Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and youth programs.