Richard D and Lynette S Merillat Non-Profit Corporation
Invitation OnlyAnn Arbor, Michigan · EIN 38-3148627 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$536K
Organizations funded9
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$12.3M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $20,000.
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
77% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lenawee Christian Ministries | Adrian, MI | Operating support | $440,000 |
| Joni & Friends | Agoura, CA | Operating support | $30,000 |
| Hagee Ministires | San Antonio, TX | Operating support | $20,000 |
| Samaritans Purse | Boone, NC | Operating support | $20,000 |
| Care Pregnancy Center of Lenawee | Adrian, MI | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Concerned Women for America | Washington, DC | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Remedy Live | Fort Wayne, IN | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Wbcl Radio Network | Fort Wayne, IN | Operating support | $5,000 |
| The Dion Foundation | Marshfield, MA | Operating support | $1,100 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $536,100 | 9 |
| 2023 | $502,000 | 11 |
| 2022 | $660,000 | 12 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed May 4, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621249349101032
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 38-3148627
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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