Eligibility Quiz

To determine whether or not your organization is eligible to receive a grant from the George W. Mergens Foundation, please review the following questions;

  • Is your organization a federally tax exempt 501c3?
  • Is your organization based in, or providing services in the state of Vermont?
  • Are youth (ranging from birth to adolescence) the primary recipients of your services? (This includes organizations serving families to enhance the welfare of their children)

If You Answered Yes to all 3 Questions

Congratulations, your organization is eligible to submit a grant request to the foundation. Please see our Frequently asked Questions for details on how our grant submission process works.

If You Answered no to any Question

Unfortunately, we may not be a good fit for your organization/project. If you have any questions regarding how your organization or project meets our criteria, please feel free to contact our office.