Leon J Millard
Preselected recipients only
Leon J Millard is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $235,000 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$235,000
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$6.3 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $209,600 the year before.
100% 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 | $212,500 | 1 | $5.2 million |
| 2024 | $209,600 | 1 | $5.7 million |
| 2025 | $235,000 | 24 | $6.3 million |
How to apply
Leon J Millard 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 Leon J Millard funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 23 | $225,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connected Roots Care Center | General support | $15,000 |
| Heart Ministry Center Inc | General support | $15,000 |
| Down Syndrome Alliance of the Midlands | General support | $15,000 |
| Carole's House of Hope | General | $15,000 |
| Avenue Scholars | General support | $10,000 |
| Arch Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Dibs for Kids | General support | $10,000 |
| Girl Scouts Spirit of Nebraska | General support | $10,000 |
| Kids Can Community Center Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Heartland Workers Center | General support | $10,000 |
| Nothing But Net Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Hope Center for Kids | General support | $10,000 |
| Completely Kinds Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Bluebarn Theatre | General support | $10,000 |
| Hot Shops Art Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Generation Diamond Corp | General support | $10,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General support | $10,000 |
| Financial Hope Collaborative | General support | $10,000 |
| Girls Inc of Omaha | General support | $7,500 |
| El Museo Latino | General support | $7,500 |
| Omaha Street School | General support | $5,000 |
| Great Plains Theatre Commons | General support | $5,000 |
| African Culture Connection | General support | $5,000 |
| Go Beyond Nebraska | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Northern Trust Company
Questions people ask
Does Leon J Millard accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Leon J Millard give?
$235,000 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Leon J Millard?
Its 2025 filing lists Northern Trust Company (Trustee).
What does Leon J Millard fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, arts and culture and education.