Mills Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mills Foundation is a private foundation in San Diego, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $63,025 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $25,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$63,025
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2025 was up from $37,630 the year before.
57% of its 2025 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 | $48,953 | 8 | $0 |
| 2024 | $37,630 | 9 | $0 |
| 2025 | $63,025 | 10 | $0 |
How to apply
Mills Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8 | $35,525 |
| Illinois | 1 | $25,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Carle Ctr for Philanthropy | General | $25,000 |
| Individual | General | $13,000 |
| San Diego Humane Society | General | $6,500 |
| Access Youth Academy | New building & site visit | $5,000 |
| Transcendance | General | $4,000 |
| Beau Trickey Memorial | General | $3,000 |
| Grass Roots Aid Parnership | General | $2,500 |
| Individual | General | $2,500 |
| Individual | General | $1,000 |
| YMCA | General | $525 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert M Mills
- David D Mills
- Meredith M Mills
- Christen Mills
- Cynthia S Mills
Questions people ask
Does Mills Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mills Foundation give?
$63,025 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs Mills Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert M Mills (President), David D Mills (Director), Meredith M Mills (Director) and Christen Mills (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.