Merkley Charitable Trust
Historical FunderColumbus, Ohio · EIN 38-6528749 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $10,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | ANNE FARVER CO HUNTINGTON BANK |
|---|---|
| Address | 328 S SAGINAW ST, FLINT MI 48502 |
| Phone | 8103427089 |
| Form and materials | WRITTEN REQUEST STATING NAME OF ORGANIZATION TO BE CONSIDERED |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | ORGANIZATIONS PROVIDING SERVICES TO THE YOUTH AND ELDERLY OF GENESEE COUNTY |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
92% of grants went outside Ohio.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Genesee County Parks and Recreation | Flint, MI | General operating | $105,452 |
| Genesee County Humane Society | Burton, MI | General operating | $35,153 |
| Food Bank of Eastern Michigan | Flint, MI | General operating | $10,000 |
| Flint Institute of Music | Flint, MI | General operating | $10,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Alexandria, VA | General operating | $5,000 |
| Big Brothers and Big Sisters of East Cen | Columbus, OH | General operating | $5,000 |
| Crim Fitness Foundation Inc | Flint, MI | General operating | $5,000 |
| Crossover Downtown Outreach Ministry | Flint, MI | General operating | $4,000 |
| Chosen Few Arts Council | Flint, MI | General operating | $3,000 |
| Communities First Inc | Flint, MI | General operating | $2,500 |
| Flint Institute of Arts | Flint, MI | General operating | $2,500 |
| Flint Childrens Museum | Flint, MI | General operating | $2,500 |
| The New Mccree Theatre | Flint, MI | General operating | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $191,105 | 13 |
| 2023 | $216,272 | 14 |
| 2022 | $207,272 | 17 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Mar 31, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202610909349100411
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 38-6528749
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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