AI Summary
MERLIN FOUNDATION INC is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives through a relationship-based engagement model, providing grants by invitation only. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals, making it essential for nonprofits to explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting to connect with this funder. In 2024, MERLIN FOUNDATION INC awarded a total of $363K across 71 grantees.
Cause Areas
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Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
The University of Montana Foundation
Missoula, MT
$105K
7%
CONSERVATION INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION
Arlington, VA
$70K
4%
MISSOULA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Missoula, MT
$59K
4%
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Total No. of Grants
46
Median 1st year grant
$3.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$4.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MERLIN FOUNDATION INC?
No. MERLIN FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does MERLIN FOUNDATION INC give?
MERLIN FOUNDATION INC primarily gives to organizations located in Montana, Oregon, and Hawaii. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are MERLIN FOUNDATION INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MERLIN FOUNDATION INC fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $3,500. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does MERLIN FOUNDATION INC make each year?
In 2024, MERLIN FOUNDATION INC awarded about 50 grants, totaling nearly $363 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MERLIN FOUNDATION INC fund recently?
In 2024, MERLIN FOUNDATION INC awarded grants to about 70 grantees. Recent grantees include The University of Montana Foundation, CONSERVATION INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION, and MISSOULA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MERLIN FOUNDATION INC?
MERLIN FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.