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George W Mergens Foundation is a private corporation based in MILTON, VT. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1995. The principal officer is Paul Mergens. It holds total assets of $16.3M. Annual income is reported at $751K. Total assets have grown from $9.1M in 2010 to $17.8M in 2022. The foundation is governed by 5 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of arts & culture. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in Vermont. According to available records, George W Mergens Foundation has made 418 grants totaling $4.8M, with a median grant of $10K. The foundation has distributed between $701K and $1.7M annually from 2020 to 2024. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $1.7M distributed across 142 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $2K to $95K, with an average award of $11K. The foundation has supported 165 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Vermont, Maine, Illinois, which account for 98% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 6 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$3K
Median Grant
$10K
Average Grant
$12K
Largest Grant
$50K
Based on 71 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
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George W Mergens Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of arts & culture. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 418 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in VT, ME, IL.
George W Mergens Foundation has distributed a total of $4.8M across 418 grants. The median grant size is $10K, with an average of $11K. Individual grants have ranged from $2K to $95K.
George W Mergens Foundation is a private foundation. To inquire about grants, you can look up the foundation using their EIN (030345055) on GuideStar or contact them directly. Many private foundations have specific application processes that may not be publicly listed.
George W Mergens Foundation is headquartered in MILTON, VT. While based in VT, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 6 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paul G Mergens | PRESIDENT & TREASURER | $150K | $15K | $165K |
| William H Wiltshire | VP; DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS | $150K | $11K | $161K |
| Rachel Mergens | VP; DIRECTOR OF FINANCE | $75K | $9K | $84K |
| Mary E Mergens-Loughran | VICE PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Lenora A Mergens | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$1.2M
Total Assets
$17.8M
Fair Market Value
$21.8M
Net Worth
$17.8M
Grants Paid
$746K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$315K
Distribution Amount
$1M
Total: $16.3M
Total Grants
418
Total Giving
$4.8M
Average Grant
$11K
Median Grant
$10K
Unique Recipients
165
Most Common Grant
$5K
of 2024 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| ResourceYOUTHBUILD & LEAP PROGRAMS | Burlington, VT | $15K | 2024 |
| Saint Francis Xavier SchoolTUITION ASSISTANCE | Winooski, VT | $50K | 2024 |
| Rice Memorial High SchoolTUITION ASSISTANCE | South Burlington, VT | $45K | 2024 |
| Bsa Green Mountain Council2024 FRIENDS OF SCOUTING, CAMP NORRIS & PHILMONT EXCURSION | Waterbury, VT | $38K | 2024 |
| Vermont Youth Conservation CorpsFARM PROGRAM | Richmond, VT | $25K | 2024 |
| Life House MaineCHAPMAN HOUSE CAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Brunswick, ME | $25K | 2024 |
| Greater Burlington YmcaCAMP ABNAKI/YOUTH MEMBERSHIP SUBSIDIES | Burlington, VT | $20K | 2024 |
| Spectrum Youth & Family ServicesOPERATING | Burlington, VT | $20K | 2024 |
| Wuku Kawoqmaya Health AllianceCOMPLEX PEDIATRIC PROGRAM | Bethel, VT | $20K | 2024 |
| King Street CenterOPERATING | Burlington, VT | $16K | 2024 |
| Audubon CenterYOUTH PROGRAMMING | Huntington, VT | $15K | 2024 |
| Childrens Literacy FoundationYEAR OF THE BOOK: BAKERSFIELD ELEMENTARY & MIDDLE SCHOOL | Waterbury Center, VT | $15K | 2024 |
| Vermont Food BankVEGGIEVAN GO & BACKPACK PROGRAMS | Barre, VT | $15K | 2024 |
| Saint Paul'S Catholic SchoolCOMPUTER UPGRADE AND OERATING SUPPORT | Barton, VT | $14K | 2024 |
| Vermont Institute Of Natural ScienceOPERATING | Quechee, VT | $10K | 2024 |
| Vermont Symphony OrchestraSYMPHONY KIDS PROGRAM | Burlington, VT | $10K | 2024 |
| Essex ChipsOPERATING | Essex Junction, VT | $10K | 2024 |
| Intervale CenterGLEANING & FOOD RESCUE PROGRAMS | Burlington, VT | $10K | 2024 |
| Vermont Historical SocietyVERMONT HISTORY DAY 2024 | Barre, VT | $10K | 2024 |
| Echo Leahy Center For Lake ChamplainSCIEXCEL PROGRAM | Burlington, VT | $10K | 2024 |
| Governors Institute Of VermontOPERATING | Winooski, VT | $10K | 2024 |
| Lake Champlain Maritime MuseumHIGH SCHOOL LONGBOAT ROWING PROGRAM 2024-2025 | Vergennes, VT | $10K | 2024 |
| LundOPERATING | Burlington, VT | $10K | 2024 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of BrattleboroPURCHASE OF TRANSPORT VEHICLES | Brattleboro, VT | $10K | 2024 |
| Brattleboro Development Credit CorpPIPELINES & PATHWAYS PROGRAM | Brattleboro, VT | $10K | 2024 |
| Brattleboro Museum & Arts CenterYOUTH ART PROGRAMS | Brattleboro, VT | $10K | 2024 |
| Green Mountain Farm To SchoolOPERATING SUPPORT | Newport, VT | $10K | 2024 |
| Fairbanks Museum2024 TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE PLANNING | Stjohnsbury, VT | $10K | 2024 |
| Aspire TogetherFATHERHOOD INITIATIVE PROGRAM | Williston, VT | $10K | 2024 |
| Flynn Center For The Performing ArtsSTUDENT MATINEE SERIES | Burlington, VT | $10K | 2024 |
| GeneratorLEARNING LAB YOUTH PROGRAMS | Burlington, VT | $10K | 2024 |
| The Fold Family MinistriesELEVATION ACADEMY | Milton, VT | $10K | 2024 |
| Vermont Youth Orchestra AssociationYOUTH SCHOLARSHIPS | Colchester, VT | $10K | 2024 |
| Vermont Huts AssociationFOREST PROGRAM FOR OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITIES | Stowe, VT | $10K | 2024 |
| Vermont State Mathematics CoalitionOPERATING | Underhill Center, VT | $8K | 2024 |
| John Graham Housing & ServicesOPERATING | Vergennes, VT | $8K | 2024 |
| Vermont Energy Education ProgramOPERATIING | Montpelier, VT | $7K | 2024 |
| Manchester Community LibraryHARDWARE/SOFTWARE FOR ECODING CLASSES | Manchester Center, VT | $6K | 2024 |
| Catamount Trail AssociationSKI CUBS PROGRAM | Burlington, VT | $5K | 2024 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of Greater Vergennes2024-2025 EXPLORATION PROGRAM | Vergennes, VT | $5K | 2024 |
| Fej UsaORPHANAGE | Chicago, IL | $5K | 2024 |
| Kids On The Ball IncOPERATING | South Burlington, VT | $5K | 2024 |
| Finding Our StrideOPERATING | Norwich, VT | $5K | 2024 |
| Mentor VermontMENTOR & STAFF TRAINING | Burlington, VT | $5K | 2024 |
| Old Stone House MuseumOPERATING | Brownington, VT | $5K | 2024 |
| Orange County Parent Child CenterOPERATING SUPPORT | Tunbridge, VT | $5K | 2024 |
| Prevent Child Abuse VermontOPERATING | Montpelier, VT | $5K | 2024 |
| Reinbow Riding CenterOPERATING SUPPORT | Shrewsbury, VT | $5K | 2024 |
| Saint Ann ChurchTECHNOLOGY UPGRADES | Milton, VT | $5K | 2024 |
| Slate Valley TrailsMOUNTAIN BIKING SUMMER CAMP | Poultney, VT | $5K | 2024 |