How to apply
Formal request must be made by each potential grantee. This may include as appropriate narrative information about the general program and projects, directors and key employees and the specific project for which funding is requested. The foundation may also require financial information regarding the proposed grantee and may ask for such additional information as it may deem relevant to its consideration of the grant request. Contact: Robert K Mericle, 100 Baltimore Drive, Wilkes Barre, Pa, 5708231100 Deadlines: NONE Restrictions: NONE
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2024 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2024
7 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| America 250 PaPittston, PA | Comemoration of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the united states | $38K |
| Northeast Sight ServicesExeter, PA | Children's screening program | $15K |
| Misericordia UniversityDallas, PA | Women and children scholarship | $10K |
| Penn State UniversityState College, PA | Wilkes-barre general scholarship | $10K |
| St Joseph's Center FoundationScranton, PA | Sustaining fund | $10K |
| Woman's Resource CenterScranton, PA | Annual donation | $1,000 |
| Dinners for KidsWilkes Barre, PA | Annual dinner-bronze sponsor | $500 |
About this foundation
Mericle Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania, administered in care of Robert K Mericle, tax-exempt since 2011. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Mericle Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. Formal request must be made by each potential grantee. Deadlines: NONE.
How much does Mericle Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2024 it paid $84K across 7 grants, a median of $10K.
Where does Mericle Foundation give?
Pennsylvania (7 grants), per its latest filing.
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