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Merrick Foundation is a private corporation based in OKLAHOMA CITY, OK. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1967. It holds total assets of $12.3M. Annual income is reported at $1.6M. Total assets have grown from $9.7M in 2011 to $12.3M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 20 officers and trustees. Contribute to the growth of the quality of life in Merrick County by directing charitable funds to achieve the maximum benefits for the residents of Merrick County. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in Merrick County, Nebraska. According to available records, Merrick Foundation has made 221 grants totaling $1.9M, with a median grant of $4K. Annual giving has grown from $411K in 2020 to $1M in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $150 to $100K, with an average award of $8K. The foundation has supported 88 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Oklahoma, Arizona, Tennessee, which account for 87% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 10 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$500
Median Grant
$4K
Average Grant
$7K
Largest Grant
$100K
Based on 58 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
Grants to community organizations in Merrick County, with recent awards totaling $169,457 over 12 months
Educational scholarships for Merrick County high school seniors and college students, with $169,800 awarded to 179 students in the past year
Grants supporting student trips and educational experiences
Contribute to the growth of the quality of life in Merrick County by directing charitable funds to achieve the maximum benefits for the residents of Merrick County. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 221 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in OK, AZ, TN.
Merrick Foundation has distributed a total of $1.9M across 221 grants. The median grant size is $4K, with an average of $8K. Individual grants have ranged from $150 to $100K.
The application deadline is 2026-04-01. See annual report and grant application at fmiokc.com/clients/merrick. An application form is available on the foundation's website.
Merrick Foundation is headquartered in OKLAHOMA CITY, OK. While based in OK, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 10 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gerald S Buchanan | Trustee | $2K | $0 | $2K |
| Will Merrick | Trustee | $2K | $0 | $2K |
| Mike Cawley | Trustee | $2K | $0 | $2K |
| Jessie Nance | Trustee | $2K | $0 | $2K |
| Jeff Moen | Trustee | $2K | $0 | $2K |
| Ward S Merrick Iii | Trustee | $2K | $0 | $2K |
| Jonathan Merrick | Trustee | $2K | $0 | $2K |
| Robert Merrick | Trustee | $2K | $0 | $2K |
| Frank W Merrick | Vice President | $2K | $0 | $2K |
| Merrick Mcswiggan | Trustee | $2K | $0 | $2K |
| Gwen Gaines | Trustee | $2K | $0 | $2K |
| Ward I Coe | Trustee | $2K | $0 | $2K |
| Ryan Coe | Trustee | $2K | $0 | $2K |
| Ross M Coe | President | $2K | $0 | $2K |
| Merrick Fitzgerald | Trustee | $2K | $0 | $2K |
| Clay Coe | Trustee | $2K | $0 | $2K |
| Charles R Coe Jr | Trustee | $2K | $0 | $2K |
| Asher Coe | Trustee | $2K | $0 | $2K |
| Valda M Buchanan | Secretary | $2K | $0 | $2K |
| Nancy Gaden | Treasurer | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$12.3M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$12.3M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
221
Total Giving
$1.9M
Average Grant
$8K
Median Grant
$4K
Unique Recipients
88
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charles B Goddard Center For The ViCAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Ardmore, OK | $100K | 2022 |
| Community Youth ServicesCAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Ardmore, OK | $54K | 2022 |
| OmrfDISCRETIONARY GRANTS - WILL MERRICK, RICK COE | Oklahoma City, OK | $51K | 2022 |
| University Of Oklahoma FoundationDISCRETIONARY GRANT - MIKE CAWLEY | Oklahoma City, OK | $29K | 2022 |
| Lighthouse Behavioral Wellness CentARDMORE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CHAUFFER SERVICES | Ardmore, OK | $25K | 2022 |
| Family Shelter Of Southern OklahomaSHELTER AND ADVOCACY PROGRAM | Ardmore, OK | $20K | 2022 |
| Dornick Hills Historical FoundationIrrigation System Renovation | Ardmore, OK | $20K | 2022 |
| Norman Alcohol Information CenterMEDICATION ASSISTED TREATMENT CLINIC EXPANSION | Norman, OK | $15K | 2022 |
| A Chance To ChangeFacing Mental Health and Addiction, Creating Solutions, Celebrating Recovery | Oklahoma City, OK | $15K | 2022 |
| Positive TomorrowsDISCRETIONARY GRANT - MERRICK FITZGERALD | Oklahoma City, OK | $10K | 2022 |
| Pivot IncADDRESSING MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE USE WITH HOMELESS TRANSITIONAL YOUTH | Oklahoma City, OK | $10K | 2022 |
| Grace Center Of Southern Ok IncGENERAL SUPPORT | Ardmore, OK | $10K | 2022 |
| Oklahoma Hall Of FameGENERAL OPERATING | Oklahoma City, OK | $10K | 2022 |
| Sunbeam Family Services IncBuilding Community Resilience through Mental Wellness | Oklahoma City, OK | $10K | 2022 |
| Food And Resource Center Of S CentrFINAL PAYMENT ON PLEDGE TOWARD ROOFING PROJECT | Ardmore, OK | $10K | 2022 |
| Casa Of Southern OklahomaGENERAL OPERATIONS | Ardmore, OK | $10K | 2022 |
| Arbuckle Life SolutionsGeneral Operating For Outpatient Substance Abuse Counseling and Education Services | Ardmore, OK | $8K | 2022 |
| The Dragonfly HomeHUMAN TRAFFICKING CRISIS CENTER | Oklahoma City, OK | $8K | 2022 |
| Mental Health Association OklahomaDESIGNATED FOR SOUTH CENTRAL OKLAHOMA SUPPORT | Oklahoma City, OK | $8K | 2022 |
| Sisu Youth IncCASE MANAGEMENT FOR UNHOUSED YOUTH | Oklahoma City, OK | $5K | 2022 |
| Hope Is Alive MinistriesOPERATION OVERCOME | Oklahoma City, OK | $5K | 2022 |
| RemergeGENERAL OPERATIONS | Oklahoma City, OK | $5K | 2022 |
| Teen Recovery SolutionsSUPPORT FOR TEEN ADDICTION ASSESSMENTS | Oklahoma City, OK | $5K | 2022 |
| United Way Of Central OklahomaDISCRETIONARY GRANT - FRANK MERRICK | Oklahoma City, OK | $4K | 2022 |
| Southeastern Foundation IncDISCRETIONARY GRANT - VALDA BUCHANAN | Durant, OK | $4K | 2022 |
| Transformation ChurchDISCRETIONARY GRANT - WARD S MERRICK III | Seminole, OK | $4K | 2022 |
| Christ Church EpiscopalDISCRETIONARY GRANT - GERALD BUCHANAN | Tulsa, OK | $4K | 2022 |
TULSA, OK
ARDMORE, OK
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK