Mercator Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Mercator Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Jackson, Wyoming. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.5 million in 3 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $1.4 million. 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$1.5 million
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$1.4 million
- Assets$72.5 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was down from $4.6 million 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 | $4.6 million | 2 | $72.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.5 million | 3 | $72.5 million |
How to apply
Mercator 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 Mercator Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $1.4 million |
| Maryland | 1 | $15,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $7,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Marin Community Foundation | General operating support. | $1.4 million |
| Impactassets | General operating support. | $15,000 |
| Ragtag Film Society | General operating support. | $7,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jackson Hole Trust Company
- Elisabeth Schoepflin
- Tim Goebel
- Antonia Alampi
- Elliott Donnelley II
Questions people ask
Does Mercator Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mercator Charitable Trust give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Mercator Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Jackson Hole Trust Company (Trustee), Elisabeth Schoepflin (Trustee), Tim Goebel (Trustee) and Antonia Alampi (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Mercator Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development and arts and culture.