The Milner Francini Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Milner Francini Family Foundation is a private foundation in San Jose, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $66,920 in 37 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $6,050. 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$66,920
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$6,050
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $64,775 the year before.
22% 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 | $56,211 | 30 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $64,775 | 37 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $66,920 | 37 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
The Milner Francini 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 The Milner Francini Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 23 | $44,449 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $9,421 |
| New York | 2 | $3,500 |
| Washington | 2 | $2,500 |
| Oregon | 1 | $2,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,050 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Second Harvest of SV | General support | $6,050 |
| Santa Clara University | General support | $4,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | General support | $4,000 |
| Save the Children | General support | $3,000 |
| Immigrant Legal Resource Center (Ilrc) | General support | $3,000 |
| Race Forward | General support | $2,549 |
| Alas (Ayudando Latinos A Sonar) | General support | $2,500 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General support | $2,500 |
| The Dougy Center Inc | General support | $2,000 |
| Uc Berkeley Fdn | General support | $2,000 |
| US Fund for UNICEF | General support | $2,000 |
| Ispf AAUW Gias for | General support | $2,000 |
| American Red Cross | General support | $2,000 |
| Namisa (National Alliance on Mental Illness Southern Arizona | General support | $1,500 |
| National Ms Society | General support | $1,500 |
| Sacred Heart Comm Svc | General support | $1,500 |
| Smile Train | General support | $1,500 |
| The Carter Center | General support | $1,500 |
| Camfed | General support | $1,500 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA Inc | General support | $1,500 |
| Global Fund for Women | General support | $1,500 |
| Heifer Intl | General support | $1,500 |
| Kqed Public Media | General support | $1,500 |
| San Jose Public Library | General support | $1,247 |
| Meta (Paypal Charitable Giving Fund) | General support | $1,221 |
| Planned Parenthood | General support | $1,200 |
| Emmaus Inn Ministries | General support | $1,200 |
| Family Giving Tree | General support | $1,200 |
| Finca | General support | $1,200 |
| Integrated Refugee & Immigrant Services | General support | $1,050 |
| Network for Good | General support | $1,000 |
| Nike Animal Rescue Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| Little Free Library | General support | $1,000 |
| Children's Musical Theater San Jose (CMTSJ) | General support | $1,000 |
| Friendly Water for the World | General support | $1,000 |
| Intl R (International Rescue Committee) (Irc) | General support | $1,000 |
| Gatos de la Noches | General support | $3 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Francini
- Alys Milner
Questions people ask
Does The Milner Francini Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Milner Francini Family Foundation give?
$66,920 in tax year 2025, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs The Milner Francini Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael Francini (Director) and Alys Milner (Director).
What does The Milner Francini Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and international.