THE MERAGE INSTITUTE
Newport Beach, CA, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
68-0529693
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Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
Newport Beach, CA, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
68-0529693
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Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
AI Summary
The Merage Institute is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives through a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. In 2024, it awarded a total of $1.2 million across 8 grantees. The organization does not accept unsolicited proposals; however, nonprofits can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting to connect with the Institute.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
IRVINE, CA
$7.1M
72%
MAYO CLINIC
Rochester, MN
$750K
8%
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA IRVINE FOUNDATION
IRVINE, CA
$113.5K
1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE MERAGE INSTITUTE?
No. THE MERAGE INSTITUTE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE MERAGE INSTITUTE give?
THE MERAGE INSTITUTE primarily gives to organizations located in California, Minnesota, and New York. 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 THE MERAGE INSTITUTE’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE MERAGE INSTITUTE fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $4,300. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE MERAGE INSTITUTE make each year?
In 2024, THE MERAGE INSTITUTE awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $1.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE MERAGE INSTITUTE fund recently?
In 2024, THE MERAGE INSTITUTE awarded grants to about 8 grantees. Recent grantees include ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, MAYO CLINIC, and UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA IRVINE FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE MERAGE INSTITUTE?
THE MERAGE INSTITUTE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.