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Merrick Family Foundation is a private corporation based in DALLAS, TX. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2000. The principal officer is Nicholas A Merrick. It holds total assets of $1.2M. Annual income is reported at $922K. Total assets have grown from $777K in 2011 to $1.2M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 3 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2015 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in Texas. According to available records, Merrick Family Foundation has made 124 grants totaling $1.4M, with a median grant of $5K. Annual giving has grown from $478K in 2020 to $579K in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $115K, with an average award of $12K. The foundation has supported 74 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Texas, Virginia, Pennsylvania, which account for 62% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 19 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Merrick Family Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 124 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in TX, VA, PA.
Merrick Family Foundation has distributed a total of $1.4M across 124 grants. The median grant size is $5K, with an average of $12K. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $115K.
Merrick Family Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Merrick Family Foundation is headquartered in DALLAS, TX. While based in TX, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 19 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nicholas A Merrick | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Leslie T Merrick | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Judith L Merrick | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
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Total Assets
$1.2M
Fair Market Value
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Net Worth
$1.2M
Grants Paid
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Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
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Distribution Amount
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Total Grants
124
Total Giving
$1.4M
Average Grant
$12K
Median Grant
$5K
Unique Recipients
74
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Act FoundationGENERAL SUPPORT | Dallas, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| Harvard Business SchoolEDUCATIONAL SUPPORT | Boston, MA | $20K | 2023 |
| Cistercian Preparatory SchoolEDUCATIONAL SUPPORT | Irving, TX | $115K | 2023 |
| Seton Lasalle Catholic High SchoolGENERAL SUPPORT | Mount Lebanon, PA | $100K | 2023 |
| Catholic Charities - DallasGENERAL SUPPORT | Dallas, TX | $45K | 2023 |
| North Texas Food BankGENERAL SUPPORT | Plano, TX | $35K | 2023 |
| Search MinistriesGENERAL SUPPORT | Fort Worth, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| Virginia Athletics FoundationGENERAL SUPPORT | Charlottesville, VA | $25K | 2023 |
| The NetworkGENERAL SUPPORT | Arlington, VA | $20K | 2023 |
| Park Cities Presbyterian ChurchGENERAL SUPPORT | Dallas, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| St Rita Catholic CommunityUNRESTRICTED GRANT | Dallas, TX | $18K | 2023 |
| Olv CharitiesGENERAL SUPPORT | Lackawanna, NY | $15K | 2023 |
| Council For LifeUNRESTRICTED GRANT | Dallas, TX | $12K | 2023 |
| YounglifeCHRISTIAN YOUTH PROGRAM | Colorado Springs, CO | $10K | 2023 |
| The University Of Virginia Mcintire School Of Commerce FoundationEDUCATIONAL SUPPORT | Charlottesville, VA | $10K | 2023 |
| International Justice MissionGENERAL SUPPORT | Arlington, VA | $10K | 2023 |
| Food For The HungryGENERAL SUPPORT | Phoenix, AZ | $10K | 2023 |
| Jh RanchGENERAL SUPPORT | Birmingham, AL | $10K | 2023 |
| Thrive Women'S ClinicGENERAL SUPPORT | Dallas, TX | $6K | 2023 |
| Kids Across AmericaGENERAL SUPPORT | Branson, MO | $5K | 2023 |
| Mercy Street DallasGENERAL SUPPORT | Dallas, TX | $5K | 2023 |
| Uva FundGENERAL SUPPORT | Charlottesville, VA | $5K | 2023 |
| Union Gospel MissionGENERAL SUPPORT | Dallas, TX | $5K | 2023 |
| The Sweetheart BallEDUCATIONAL SUPPORT | Dallas, TX | $5K | 2023 |
| Grey Nuns Of The Sacred HeartGENERAL SUPPORT | Philadelphia, PA | $4K | 2023 |
| Sons Of The FlagGENERAL SUPPORT | Dallas, TX | $3K | 2023 |
| Equest Women'S AuxiliaryGENERAL SUPPORT | Dallas, TX | $3K | 2023 |
| The Brothers Of The Christian SchoolsGENERAL SUPPORT | Eatontown, NJ | $2K | 2023 |
| Juvenile Diabetics Research FoundationGENERAL SUPPORT | New York, NY | $2K | 2023 |
| World VisionGENERAL SUPPORT | Federal Way, WA | $2K | 2023 |
| North Georgia Christian CampGENERAL SUPPORT | Clarksville, GA | $2K | 2023 |
| EquipnetGENERAL SUPPORT | Alamo, CA | $2K | 2023 |
| Hhm HealthGENERAL SUPPORT | Dallas, TX | $1K | 2023 |
| Hillsdale CollegeGENERAL SUPPORT | Hillsdale, MI | $1K | 2023 |
| Moms For AmericaGENERAL SUPPORT | Englewood, OH | $1K | 2023 |
| One Hundred Shares - Dallas IncGENERAL SUPPORT | Dallas, TX | $1K | 2023 |
| Fellowship For Performing ArtsGENERAL SUPPORT | New York, NY | $1K | 2023 |
| Casa Del LagoGENERAL SUPPORT | Dallas, TX | $1K | 2023 |
| CrossworldGENERAL SUPPORT | Kansas City, MO | $1K | 2023 |
| South Franklin County Volunteer Fire DepartmentGENERAL SUPPORT | Scroggins, TX | $1K | 2023 |
| Prager Universtiy FoundationGENERAL SUPPORT | Sherman, CA | $1K | 2023 |
| Partnership For Quality EducationGENERAL SUPPORT | New York, NY | $50K | 2022 |