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Orville D & Ruth a Merillat Foundation

Ann Arbor, Michigan  ·  EIN 382476813  ·  Private foundation

Orville D & Ruth a Merillat Foundation is a private foundation based in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Its indexed IRS Form 990-PF summary (FY2025) reports $7.5M in grants paid and $45.2M in total assets. Bespoke Grants tracks 18 individual grants from this funder — $19.2M awarded across 2022–2025 — including its support for faith-based (christian). This public overview includes selected grant examples.

$7.5M
Indexed giving (FY2025)
$45.2M
Assets (FY2025)
18
Grants tracked
2025
Latest grant in this overview

What Orville D & Ruth a Merillat Foundation funds

Orville D & Ruth a Merillat Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on faith-based (christian), higher education.

Faith-Based (Christian)Higher Education

Populations it has supported include families.

families

Selected grant examples

Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.

RecipientLocationGrantYear
Lenawee Christian Ministries
OPERATIONS SUPPORT
Adrian, MI$7.2M2025
Lenawee Christian Ministries
OPERATIONS SUPPORT
Adrian, MI$5.2M2024
Lenawee Christian Ministries
OPERATIONS SUPPORT
Adrian, MI$3.5M2023

How to apply for funding from Orville D & Ruth a Merillat Foundation

Orville D & Ruth a Merillat Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request.

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Frequently asked questions about Orville D & Ruth a Merillat Foundation

Does Orville D & Ruth a Merillat Foundation accept grant applications?
Orville D & Ruth a Merillat Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
What does Orville D & Ruth a Merillat Foundation fund?
Orville D & Ruth a Merillat Foundation's grants focus on faith-based (christian). Example recipients include Lenawee Christian Ministries. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
How much does Orville D & Ruth a Merillat Foundation give in grants?
Orville D & Ruth a Merillat Foundation reported $7.5M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2025). Across all years in our data it has awarded $19.2M over 18 grants.
Where is Orville D & Ruth a Merillat Foundation located?
Orville D & Ruth a Merillat Foundation is based in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 382476813.
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About this profile. This page is built from Orville D & Ruth a Merillat Foundation's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; Filings describe past activity and arrive with a lag. Financial summaries and grant records can cover different years. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with Orville D & Ruth a Merillat Foundation. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.