Tieu Merriman Foundation
Accepts applications
Tieu Merriman Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $185,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $130,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$185,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$130,000
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $146,628 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 | $20,000 | 1 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $146,628 | 5 | $3.3 million |
| 2025 | $185,000 | 5 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Emma Merriman 3900 Lexington Ave, Dallas, TX 75205 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (503) 560-1769 |
| What to submit | Inquiries can be submitted by telephone or letter. Each inquiry is considered individually. |
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 2 | $135,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $30,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Omprakash | Charitable | $130,000 |
| Global Giving | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Myriad | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Rock Paper Scissors | Charitable | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael D Merriman
- Chloe T Merriman
- Emma T Merriman
Questions people ask
Does Tieu Merriman Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Tieu Merriman Foundation give?
$185,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Tieu Merriman Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael D Merriman (Director, President), Chloe T Merriman (Director, Vice President) and Emma T Merriman (Director, Secretary).