McMillen Family Foundation
Accepts applications
McMillen Family Foundation is a private foundation in Temecula, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.8 million in 42 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $443,840. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$3.8 million
- Number of grants42
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$443,840
- Assets$19.5 million
- New grantees52%
Giving in 2024 was down from $5.4 million the year before.
52% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $5.4 million | 41 | $20.7 million |
| 2024 | $3.8 million | 42 | $19.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Chris Robbins 31637 Pio Pico Road, Temecula, CA 92592 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (310) 683-3704 |
| What to submit | A letter of introduction that includes a brief description of your program and the grant amount requested. Include a copy of your nonprofit status - 501 (c)(3). Include a copy of your most recent annual report. |
| Deadlines | Not available |
| Restrictions | Mcmillen family foundation will consider grants to assist organizations serving those individuals in recovery from drugs and alcohol. The foundation will also consider organizations which provide the opportunity to receive the education needed by those affected by alcohol, drugs, and other unfortunate circumstances to build sound financial, spiritual, and physically healthy lives for themselves and their families. Organization must be certified under section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal revenue code and is not a private foundation, as defined in section 509 (a) of that code. |
What McMillen Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 42 | $3.8 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Beacon House Association of San Pedro | Fund program support | $443,840 |
| Orange County Rescue Mission | Fund program support | $300,000 |
| River's Edge Ranch | Fund program support | $275,000 |
| Southwest Alano Club Inc | Fund program support | $275,000 |
| Slave 2 Nothing | Fund program support | $258,000 |
| Ashland Home | Fund facility renovation | $188,554 |
| The Teen Project Inc | Fund facility renovation & repair | $185,000 |
| Awakening Recovery | Fund program support | $168,000 |
| The Phoenix | Fund program support | $150,000 |
| Straight Talk Clinic Inc | Fund program support | $125,000 |
| Casa Serena Inc | Fund program support | $100,000 |
| Partnership for Re-Entry Program | Fund program support | $96,500 |
| The Ranch Recovery Centers Inc | Fund program support | $95,000 |
| Fred Brown Recovery | Fund program support | $75,000 |
| Thelma McMillen Center | Fund program support | $70,000 |
| First Step House Foundation | Fund program support | $60,000 |
| The Canyon Club of Laguna Beach | Fund program support | $55,000 |
| California Youth Services | Fund public support | $50,000 |
| Cedar House Life Change Center | Fund program support | $50,000 |
| Center for Living and Learning | Fund program support | $50,000 |
| Miriams House | Fund event sponsor | $50,000 |
| Orenda Veterans Project | Fund program support | $50,000 |
| Principles Inc | Fund facility renovation | $50,000 |
| Santa Barbara New House | Fund program support | $50,000 |
| Women's First Step House of North County | Fund program support | $50,000 |
| Strides in Recovery | Fund program support | $48,000 |
| Soroptimist House of Hope Inc | Fund program support | $47,173 |
| Women's Step House of Orange County | Fund facility renovation & repair | $43,750 |
| Los Angeles Recovery Connect | Fund program support | $40,000 |
| Mariposa Women and Family Center | Fund program support | $40,000 |
| North County Alano Club | Fund facility rennovation & repair | $36,500 |
| Alano Club of El Cajon | Fund facility rennovation & repair | $36,200 |
| Harbor Rock Recovery | Fund program support | $33,000 |
| Alano Club of Orange County | Fund facility renovation & repair | $30,000 |
| South Bay Artist Collective | Fund program support | $25,000 |
| Steps Inc | Fund operational support | $25,000 |
| In-N-Out Burger Foundation | Fund program support | $20,000 |
| Alcansla | Fund program support | $17,500 |
| The Turning Point Home of San Diego | Fund program support | $10,000 |
| Rock to Recovery | Fund program support | $8,200 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel Fiorito
- Karl McMillen Jr
- Carol McMillen
- Chuck Campbell
- Moe Gelbart
- Lani McMillen
- John Bishop
- Merle Countryman
- Dan Patrick
- Herb Kaighan
- Gary Michel
Questions people ask
Does McMillen Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Not available.
How much does McMillen Family Foundation give?
$3.8 million in tax year 2024, across 42 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs McMillen Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Daniel Fiorito (Director/Cfo), Karl McMillen Jr (Director), Carol McMillen (Director/Secretary) and Chuck Campbell (Director/Ceo) among 11 officers and trustees.
What does McMillen Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.