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MERCK FAMILY FUND
About this foundation
Merck Family Fund champions a people-first, intersectional approach to philanthropy that supports communities in their efforts to achieve environmental, social, and economic justice. Its 10-year strategic plan (2025–2034) focuses on place-based and collaborative work in Massachusetts and New York. The fund prioritizes communities disproportionately affected by systemic racism, climate disruption, and barriers to democratic participation. Programs include Gateway Cities (Holyoke, New Bedford) and statewide coalition support for policy, advocacy and organizing in climate, health equity, transportation, housing and civic engagement. Several programs are explicitly described as "by invitation only," and recent multi-year grants were awarded in Holyoke and New Bedford.
Funding focus
Merck Family Fund (MFF) champions a people-first, intersectional approach to philanthropy that supports communities in their efforts to achieve environmental, social, and economic justice.
Past grantees
469 total recipientsOrganizations this funder has supported in recent years — useful for gauging fit and typical award size.
2024
30+ recipientsTides Foundation
$130,000
Clean Energy Group Inc
$80,000
New York Lawyers For The Public Interest
$75,000
Acadia Center
$75,000
Public Interest Law Center Of Philadelphia
$70,000
Dogwood Alliance
$60,000
Farm School Nyc
$60,000
Southern Coalition For Social Justice
$50,000
Pennsylvania Voice
$50,000
Grant programs
No tracked programs from this foundation. Check the funder website for upcoming cycles.