A Oren Merkle and Ruth C Merkle Foundation
Invitation OnlyPittsburgh, Pennsylvania · EIN 45-6547402 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$145K
Organizations funded5
Typical grant$14,537
Total assets$3.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $14,537 and $54,515.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
100% of grants went outside Pennsylvania.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio Wesleyan University | Delaware, OH | General support | $54,515 |
| Baldwin Wallace College | Berea, OH | General support | $54,515 |
| Magnificat High School | Rocky River, OH | General support | $14,537 |
| Wesleyan Senior Care Inc | Elyria, OH | General support | $14,537 |
| Muskingum University | New Concord, OH | General support | $7,269 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $145,373 | 5 |
| 2023 | $121,224 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 13, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202522869349100712
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 45-6547402
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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