Mersky Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyMinneapolis, Minnesota · EIN 41-1869152 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$136K
Organizations funded34
Typical grant$2,500
Total assets$3.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $5,000.
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
8% of grants went outside Minnesota.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carbondale Clay Center | Carbondale, CO | Program support | $32,500 |
| Aeon | Minneapolis, MN | Program support | $7,500 |
| Jewish Family Service of St Paul | Saint Paul, MN | Program support | $7,000 |
| Commonbond Communities | Saint Paul, MN | Program support | $6,000 |
| Project Success | Minneapolis, MN | Program support | $6,000 |
| Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity | Saint Paul, MN | Program support | $5,500 |
| Boys & Girls Club of the Twin Cities | Saint Paul, MN | Program support | $5,000 |
| Bridge for Youth | Minneapolis, MN | Program support | $5,000 |
| Project for Pride in Living | Minneapolis, MN | Program support | $5,000 |
| Teach for America | New York, NY | Program support | $5,000 |
| Washburn Center for Children | Minneapolis, MN | Program support | $5,000 |
| Agate Housing & Service | Minneapolis, MN | Program support | $4,000 |
| Summit Academy Oic | Minneapolis, MN | Program support | $4,000 |
| Walker Art Center | Minneapolis, MN | Program support | $4,000 |
| Guild Inc | Saint Paul, MN | Program support | $3,500 |
| Minnesota Orchestral Association | Minneapolis, MN | Program support | $3,000 |
| Kids in Need Foundation | Roseville, MN | Program support | $2,500 |
| Minnesota Community Care | Minneapolis, MN | Program support | $2,500 |
| Minnesota Museum of American Art | Saint Paul, MN | Program support | $2,500 |
| Guthrie Theater | Minneapolis, MN | Program support | $2,000 |
| Homes Fit for Heroes | Ramsey, NJ | Program support | $2,000 |
| Jeremiah Program | St Paul, MN | Program support | $2,000 |
| Northside Achievement Zone | Minneapolis, MN | Program support | $2,000 |
| Saint Paul Academy & Summit School | Minneapolis, MN | Program support | $2,000 |
| Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra | Saint Paul, MN | Program support | $2,000 |
| Hennepin Arts | Minneapolis, MN | Program support | $1,000 |
| Metro Meals on Wheels | Minneapolis, MN | Program support | $1,000 |
| Minneapolis Institiute of Art | Minneapolis, MN | Program support | $1,000 |
| Minnesota JCC | Minneapolis, MN | Program support | $1,000 |
| Salvation Army | Roseville, MN | Program support | $1,000 |
| Six Points Theater | Saint Paul, MN | Program support | $1,000 |
| Twin Cities Public Television | Saint Paul, MN | Program support | $1,000 |
| Highpoint Center for Printmaking | Minneapolis, MN | Program support | $500 |
| Minnesota Public Radio | Saint Paul, MN | Program support | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $135,500 | 34 |
| 2024 | $156,700 | 36 |
| 2023 | $164,400 | 37 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 28, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631189349100433
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 41-1869152
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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