Janis Chapman Merrill Foundation
Invitation OnlyScottsdale, Arizona · EIN 82-1593211 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$280K
Organizations funded11
Typical grant$30,000
Total assets$8.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $20,000 and $30,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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
9% of grants went outside Arizona.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brighter Way Institute | Phoenix, AZ | General fund | $35,000 |
| Save the Family | Mesa, AZ | General fund | $35,000 |
| Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation | Phoenix, AZ | General fund | $30,000 |
| Streets of Destiny Global Outreach Center | Phoenix, AZ | General fund | $30,000 |
| Trevors Vision Inc | Anthem, AZ | General fund | $30,000 |
| Umom | Phoenix, AZ | General fund | $30,000 |
| Circle the City | Phoenix, AZ | General fund | $25,000 |
| One N Ten | Phoenix, AZ | General fund | $20,000 |
| Phoenix Children's Hospital | Phoenix, AZ | General fund | $20,000 |
| Sleep in Heavenly Peace Inc | Pocatello, ID | General fund | $15,000 |
| Elaine | Phoenix, AZ | General fund | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $280,000 | 11 |
| 2024 | $267,000 | 13 |
| 2023 | $230,300 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641339349104024
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 82-1593211
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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