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The Mericos Foundation is a private corporation based in PASADENA, CA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1980. The principal officer is Whittier Trust Company. It holds total assets of $56.3M. Annual income is reported at $6.1M. Total assets have grown from $29.5M in 2011 to $56.3M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 13 officers and trustees. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2017 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in California. According to available records, The Mericos Foundation has made 361 grants totaling $10.4M, with a median grant of $20K. Annual giving has grown from $1.8M in 2020 to $3.4M in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $3K to $400K, with an average award of $29K. The foundation has supported 198 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in California, Missouri, North Carolina, which account for 70% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 22 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$3K
Median Grant
$10K
Average Grant
$22K
Largest Grant
$150K
Based on 80 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
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.
The Mericos Foundation is a private foundation that provides grants to eligible organizations. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 361 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in CA, MO, NC.
The Mericos Foundation has distributed a total of $10.4M across 361 grants. The median grant size is $20K, with an average of $29K. Individual grants have ranged from $3K to $400K.
The Mericos Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
The Mericos Foundation is headquartered in PASADENA, CA. While based in CA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 22 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joanie Solaini | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Donja Blokker-Dalquist | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Donna Coffin | VICE PRESIDENT/DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Pegine Grayson | SECRETARY/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| David Dahl | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Arlo G Sorensen | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Linda J Blinkenberg | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Michael J Casey | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Chase Blokker | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Amelie Draper | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Henry Whittier-Ferguson | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Jeff Blokker | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Brian Whittier | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$56.3M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$55.6M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
361
Total Giving
$10.4M
Average Grant
$29K
Median Grant
$20K
Unique Recipients
198
Most Common Grant
$10K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Door Of HopeTRANSITIONAL HOUSING AND HOMELESSNESS PREVENTION FOR DISADVANTAGED FAMILIES | South Pasadena, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| United Boys & Girls Clubs Of Santa Barbara CountySCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENT | Santa Barbara, CA | $400K | 2023 |
| Westmont CollegeEQUIPMENT AND PROGRAM START-UP COSTS FOR NEW BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ENGINEERING | South Pasadena, CA | $200K | 2023 |
| Greater HorizonsLHAD DAF | Kansas City, MO | $193K | 2023 |
| Camp UnalayeeCHALLENGE GRANT - GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | South Pasadena, CA | $140K | 2023 |
| Heal The OceanSUMMERLAND OIL FIELD GEOLOGICAL STUDY | Santa Barbara, CA | $105K | 2023 |
| Foodbank Of Santa Barbara CountyBUILDING READINESS CAPITAL CAMPAIGN SUPPORT | Santa Barbara, CA | $100K | 2023 |
| Union Rescue MissionHOPE GARDENS FAMILY CENTER - CHILDREN & YOUTH PROGRAMS | South Pasadena, CA | $100K | 2023 |
| Moxi The Wolf Museum Of Exploration InnovationACCESSIBILITY PROGRAMS FOR STEAM LEARNING | South Pasadena, CA | $100K | 2023 |
| New Village Girls Academy And Charter School IncGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Los Angeles, CA | $100K | 2023 |
| Planned Parenthood California Central Coast (Ppccc)NEW SANTA MARIA HEALTH CENTER | Santa Ana, CA | $100K | 2023 |
| International Community FoundationGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | National City, CA | $90K | 2023 |
| Outward Bound Adventures IncOUTWARD BOUND ADVENTURES TRANSFORMATIONAL OUTDOOR EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCES | South Pasadena, CA | $85K | 2023 |
| Partners For A Hunger-Free OregonTO SUPPORT HIRING A NEW COMMUNITY ORGANIZER | Portland, OR | $80K | 2023 |
| Arctic Ice ProjectGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Redwood City, CA | $75K | 2023 |
| The Turner Foundation - Since 1958COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTERS | South Pasadena, CA | $75K | 2023 |
| Santa Barbara Partners In EducationJOB READINESS TRAINING & INTERNSHIP PROGRAM | Santa Barbara, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| Ragdale FoundationNEXT CAMPAIGN - GARDEN RENOVATION | South Pasadena, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| Human Resource Development Council (Hrdc)TO SUPPORT SENIOR PROGRAMMING | Bozeman, MT | $50K | 2023 |
| Fluoride Action NetworkGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Newcastle, WA | $50K | 2023 |
| Moms Against FluoridationGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Asheville, NC | $50K | 2023 |
| Rebuilding Sri LankaGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Alderbury | $43K | 2023 |
| Garrett'S SpaceTO SUPPORT CURRENT OPERATING/PROGRAMMING NEEDS | Ann Arbor, MI | $40K | 2023 |
| Girls GroupPROGRAM COSTS OR CAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Ann Arbor, MI | $40K | 2023 |
| Family Service Agency Of Santa Barbara CountyCORE PROGRAMS & PANDEMIC ASSISTANCE TO UNDERSERVED CHILDREN, FAMILIES & SENIORS | Santa Barbara, CA | $40K | 2023 |
| Book HarvestGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Durham, NC | $35K | 2023 |
| Triangle UltimateGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Morrisville, NC | $35K | 2023 |
| Santa Barbara City College FoundationSUPPORT FOR FIRST TIME COLLEGE STUDENT | Santa Barbara, CA | $35K | 2023 |
| Chicago Coalition For Family BuildingGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $30K | 2023 |
| Pasadena Humane Society And SpcaGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Pasadena, CA | $30K | 2023 |
| Fractured Atlas IncCLAPPING HANDS FARM | South Pasadena, CA | $30K | 2023 |
| The Boys & Girls Aid Society Of Los Angeles CountyGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | South Pasadena, CA | $30K | 2023 |
| Union Station Homeless ServicesGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | South Pasadena, CA | $30K | 2023 |
| Kids In The Spotlight IncPRODUCTION STUDIO WITH PURPOSE LEGACY AV LIBRARY | South Pasadena, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Santa Barbara Museum Of Natural HistorySCHOOL AND TEACHER SERVICES FOR TITLE I SCHOOLS | Santa Barbara, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Catholic Charities Of Los Angeles IncGOOD SHEPHERD SHELTER'S TRAUMA-INFORMED MENTAL HEALTH, K-5 ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, FOR UNDERSERVED AND MARGINALIZED RESIDENT YOUTH AND THEIR MOMS. | Los Angeles, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Fulfillment FundGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT FOR COLLEGE ACCESS AND SUCCESS | Los Angeles, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Montana State UniversityMATCHING PAYMENT - KGLT | Bozeman, MT | $25K | 2023 |
| Border AngelsTO SUPPORT REUNITING IMMIGRANT FAMILIES | South Pasadena, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Santa Barbara Botanic Garden IncBOTANIC GARDEN BACK COUNTRY PROJECT | Santa Barbara, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Santa Barbara ZooTO SUPPORT SANTA BARBARA ZOO RAILROAD MAINTENANCE | Santa Barbara, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Los Angeles Cleantech IncubatorGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | South Pasadena, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Yosemite ConservancySUPPORT CONSERVANCY PROGRAMS | San Francisco, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| American Friends Of Big Change IncGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | South Pasadena, CA | $20K | 2023 |
| Community Foundation Of North Central Wisconsin IncCOFFIN FAMILY DONOR ADVISED FUND | South Pasadena, CA | $20K | 2023 |
| Chapman UniversityWOMEN OF CHAPMAN - CHRISTMAS AT THE RITZ PROGRAM | Orange, CA | $20K | 2023 |
| All Seasons Chalice ChurchTHE GRAIL LEADERSHIP COMMUNITY SERVICE FUND | South Pasadena, CA | $20K | 2023 |
| Cartoon Art MuseumGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | San Francisco, CA | $20K | 2023 |
| Labelle FoundationGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Los Angeles, CA | $20K | 2023 |
| Ojai Music FestivalGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | South Pasadena, CA | $20K | 2023 |
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