Ruth and William Merkey Foundation Inc
Grantmaking foundation in Plymouth, Minnesota · EIN 26-2749281
- Minnesota
- Plymouth
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism and Grantmaking Foundations
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism and Grantmaking Foundations in Minnesota
- Grants itemized on the 990
- $190KTax year 2026
- Grants made
- 30Tax year 2026
- Total assets
- $2MLatest reported
- Latest IRS filing
- 2026Form 990 / 990-PF
Mission
DIRECT CONTRIBUTIONS TO CHARITABLE INSTITUTIONS
Giving by year
Totals by tax year, rounded to two significant figures. Years without a reported total show the sum of grants itemized on the filing.
Top recipients
| Recipient | Amount | Tax year |
|---|---|---|
| Sisters of St Francis of the Holy Cross | $28K | 2026 |
| Friends of Kowak | $11K | 2026 |
| New Community Clinic | $11K | 2026 |
| New Zoo | $11K | 2026 |
| Pauls Pantry | $11K | 2026 |
Amounts are rounded. The full grantee list (30 grants in 2026) is available with a free account.
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Source: IRS Form 990 and 990-PF filings, tax year 2026. Also see this organization on ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer.