Merkle Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Merkle Foundation is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $145,373 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $14,537 and the largest $54,515. 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$145,373
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$14,537
- Largest grant$54,515
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $121,224 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 | $121,224 | 6 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $145,373 | 5 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
Merkle 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 Merkle Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 5 | $145,373 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio Wesleyan University | General support | $54,515 |
| Baldwin Wallace College | General support | $54,515 |
| Magnificat High School | General support | $14,537 |
| Wesleyan Senior Care Inc | General support | $14,537 |
| Muskingum University | General support | $7,269 |
Officers and trustees
- PNC Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does Merkle Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Merkle Foundation give?
$145,373 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $14,537.
Who runs Merkle Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists PNC Bank N A (Trustee).
What does Merkle Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.