How to apply
Letter and supporting documentation Contact: Michael J Mervis, 10000 Summerlakes Drive, Carmel, in, 3172556193 Deadlines: NONE Restrictions: NONE
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2025 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2025
6 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hillel of Indiana UniversityBloomington, IN | Foundation support | $115K |
| Jewish Organizations -Champaign, IL | Jewish causes | $36K |
| Educational Organizations -Danville, IL | Educational causes | $21K |
| Congregation Shaarey TefillaCarmel, IN | Foundation support | $3,330 |
| Civic Organizations - St James Methodist Food PantryDanville, IL | Civic causes | $2,797 |
| Medical Organizations -Carmel, IN | Medical research/support | $1,050 |
By state: Indiana 3 · Illinois 3
About this foundation
Mervis Family Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Carmel, Indiana, administered in care of Michael J Mervis, tax-exempt since 1994. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Mervis Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. Letter and supporting documentation Deadlines: NONE.
How much does Mervis Family Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $179K across 6 grants, a median of $12K.
Where does Mervis Family Foundation give?
Indiana (3 grants), Illinois (3 grants), per its latest filing.
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