Merkaba Earth Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Merkaba Earth Foundation is a private foundation in Vashon, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $33,300 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $15,000. 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$33,300
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$192,681
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $5,850 the year before.
67% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $5,850 | 15 | $18,848 |
| 2024 | $33,300 | 19 | $192,681 |
How to apply
Merkaba Earth 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Merkaba Earth Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 19 | $33,300 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pride Foundation | Interactive holistic health care | $15,000 |
| Vashon-Maury Island Land Trust | Earth stewardship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Organic, regenerative agriculture | $3,000 |
| Food Access Partnership | Organic, regenerative agriculture | $1,500 |
| Individual | Organic, regenerative agriculture | $1,350 |
| Individual | Organic, regenerative agriculture | $1,000 |
| Vashon Food Bank | Organic, regenerative agriculture | $1,000 |
| Individual | Organic, regenerative agriculture | $550 |
| Haven Rescue | Compassionate animal welfare | $500 |
| Vipp | Compassionate animal welfare | $500 |
| Viga | Organic, regenerative agriculture | $500 |
| Vashon Youth Family Services | Interactive holistic health care | $500 |
| Vashon Center for the Arts | Consciousness awakening | $500 |
| Vashon Nature Center | Earth stewardship | $500 |
| Individual | Earth stewardship | $500 |
| Venison Valley Farm & Creamery | Organic, regenerative agriculture | $400 |
| Individual | $400 | |
| Individual | Organic, regenerative agriculture | $350 |
| Fern Cove Preservation Alliance | Earth stewardship | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel Klein
- David Pfeiffer
Questions people ask
Does Merkaba Earth Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Merkaba Earth Foundation give?
$33,300 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Merkaba Earth Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Daniel Klein (President) and David Pfeiffer (VP).
What does Merkaba Earth Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, environment and conservation and food and hunger.