Merchantz Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyHinsdale, Illinois · EIN 36-3739087 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$1.4M
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$100,000
Total assets$27.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $50,000 and $250,000.
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
62% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capitol Ministries | Newhall, CA | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $400,000 |
| Christian Life Ministries | Chicago, IL | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $400,000 |
| Museum of the Bible | Oklahoma City, OK | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $250,000 |
| Illinois Family Institute | Tinley Park, IL | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $100,000 |
| Judicial Watch | Washington DC, DC | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $100,000 |
| Aclj - Christian Advocates Serving Evangelism | Atlanta, GA | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $50,000 |
| City of Refuge | Chicago, IL | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $50,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Boone, NC | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $50,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,400,000 | 8 |
| 2024 | $850,000 | 8 |
| 2023 | $740,000 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641349349103219
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-3739087
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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