The Benedict-Miller Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Benedict-Miller Foundation is a private foundation in Boulder, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $31,450 in 35 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $3,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$31,450
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$3,000
- Assets$647,022
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was up from $29,700 the year before.
20% of its 2024 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 | $29,700 | 36 | $626,048 |
| 2024 | $31,450 | 35 | $647,022 |
How to apply
The Benedict-Miller 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 Benedict-Miller Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 15 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 7 | $10,500 |
| Colorado | 5 | $6,300 |
| New Jersey | 5 | $3,900 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,100 |
| Iowa | 1 | $2,100 |
| Virginia | 2 | $1,550 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $900 |
| New York | 3 | $800 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $550 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado Music Festival | General/Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Maine Public Radio | General/Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| St Simon-By-The-Sea | General/Unrestricted | $2,350 |
| American Red Cross | General/Unrestricted | $2,100 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America Inc | General/Unrestricted | $2,100 |
| Blue Hill Public Library-Fine Arts Fd | General/Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Good Shephard Food Bank of ME | General/Unrestricted | $1,900 |
| The Bay School | General/Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Lincoln County Historical Assoc | General/Unrestricted | $1,100 |
| Colorado Film Society | General/Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Feedmore Inc | General/Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Good Hart Artist Residency | General/Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Rocky Mountain Public Broadcasting | General/Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | General/Unrestricted | $800 |
| Save Barnegat Bay Inc | General/Unrestricted | $800 |
| Hope Church | General/Unrestricted | $550 |
| Blanchet House | General/Unrestricted | $500 |
| eTown | General/Unrestricted | $500 |
| Fox & Roach Charities | General/Unrestricted | $500 |
| Head Tide Church | General/Unrestricted | $500 |
| Historic Alna | General/Unrestricted | $500 |
| Wyoming Women's Foundation | General/Unrestricted | $500 |
| Cabrini Green Legal Aid | General/Unrestricted | $350 |
| Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health | General/Unrestricted | $350 |
| Lafayette College | General/Unrestricted | $300 |
| New York Public Radio | General/Unrestricted | $300 |
| Pingry Corporation | General/Unrestricted | $300 |
| Channel 13 WNET Public TV | General/Unrestricted | $250 |
| Rutgers University Foundation | General/Unrestricted | $250 |
| Skidmore College | General/Unrestricted | $250 |
| Easter Seals UCP | General/Unrestricted | $200 |
| Kent Place School | General/Unrestricted | $200 |
| Vanderbilt Divinity School | General/Unrestricted | $200 |
| Walnut Hill School for the Arts | General/Unrestricted | $200 |
| William Penn Charter School | General/Unrestricted | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Louise Grauer
- Mary Simon
- Edward Swain
Questions people ask
Does The Benedict-Miller Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Benedict-Miller Foundation give?
$31,450 in tax year 2024, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs The Benedict-Miller Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Louise Grauer (Trustee), Mary Simon (Trustee/Sec) and Edward Swain (Trustee).
What does The Benedict-Miller Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and faith communities.