Merrick Foundation
/OVERVIEW: The Merrick Foundation supports culture, education, social needs, health, civic causes, environment, recreation and developmental needs in Nebraska.
FUNDING AREAS: Culture, education, social needs, health, civic causes, environment, recreation, developmental needs
IP TAKE: The foundation accepts grants throughout the year, especially for programs that promise long-term impacts and have broad community support.
PROFILE: The Merrick Foundation is a community foundation based in Central City, Nebraska. The funder awards community grants and also manages funds for other philanthropists. The foundation aims to "contribute to the growth of the quality of life in Merrick County by directing charitable funds to achieve the maximum benefits for the residents of Merrick County.” It funds local efforts for culture, education, social needs, health, civic causes, environment, recreation and developmental needs.
The Merrick Foundation has a discretionary grant process to support programs that enhance the quality of life for local residents. Numerous donors make the community grant process possible, including the Alfred & Elizabeth Bader Fund, Eugene Fishburn fund, Clarke Recreation Fund and others. Many grants over $5,000 require matching funds, while most discretionary grants are under $10,000. In addition to grants, the foundation also provides scholarship support to students and has an event space available for rent.
Grants range between about $5,000 and $200,000. Learn more about this funder’s local giving by examining its recent tax records. Grantmaking focuses on Merrick County in Nebraska. Past local grantees include Midland Area Agency on Aging, the Merrymakers Association and High Plains Community Schools.
This foundation accepts unsolicited grant applications from nonprofits on a quarterly basis. The annual deadlines are January 2, April 1, July 1 and October 1. The application process is conducted online. Direct general questions to the staff at merrickfoundation@gmail.com or 308-946-3707.
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