Susan and Scot Milchman Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Susan and Scot Milchman Family Foundation is a private foundation in Montecito, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $340,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $82,500 and the largest $150,000. 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$340,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$82,500
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$5.5 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $242,100 the year before.
25% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $211,500 | 7 | $4.9 million |
| 2024 | $242,100 | 5 | $5.1 million |
| 2025 | $340,000 | 4 | $5.5 million |
How to apply
Susan and Scot Milchman Family 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.
What Susan and Scot Milchman Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 2 | $165,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $150,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Playa Animal Rescue | Program support to provide a solution for dogs who have been born on the street, or abandoned by their owners. | $150,000 |
| Salvation Army Twin Cities | Program support for the mission to preach the gospel of jesus christ and to meet human needs in his name without discrimination. | $100,000 |
| Pet Project Rescue | Program support that specializes in spay/neuter programming from minnesota to mexico, and vet support to keep animals and their people together, as well as foster-based hospice care for terminally ill mn dogs and cats. | $65,000 |
| Companion Animal Medical Project | Program support to help ease the burden on those experiencing homelessness or facing other debilitating financial hardships by providing veterinary care and supplies to their companion animals. | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan H Milchman
- Scot J Milchman
- Brian O'Connell
Questions people ask
Does Susan and Scot Milchman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Susan and Scot Milchman Family Foundation give?
$340,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $82,500.
Who runs Susan and Scot Milchman Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Susan H Milchman (President/Asst Secretary & Treasurer), Scot J Milchman (Vice President/Secretary/Treasurer) and Brian O'Connell (Chair).
What does Susan and Scot Milchman Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, human services and health.