The Ben Miller Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Ben Miller Foundation is a private foundation in Minnetonka, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $95,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $20,000. 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$95,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees16%
Giving in 2025 was up from $90,000 the year before.
16% 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 | $90,000 | 18 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $90,000 | 17 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $95,000 | 19 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
The Ben 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 Ben Miller Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 11 | $40,600 |
| New York | 3 | $30,000 |
| California | 1 | $7,200 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $7,200 |
| Florida | 2 | $5,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| CCRF | Charitable gift | $20,000 |
| BCRF | Charitable gift | $10,000 |
| Friends of Israel Defense Force (Fidf) | Charitable gift - wounded soldier project | $10,000 |
| Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Charitable gift | $10,000 |
| One Family Fund Israel | Charitable gift | $7,200 |
| Prager U | Charitable gift | $7,200 |
| Tpusa | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Pinky Swear Foundation | Charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Courage Center | Charitable gift | $2,500 |
| Executives Mentoring Soldiers | Charitable gift | $2,500 |
| Golden Paws | Charitable gift | $2,500 |
| PATH2FREEDOM | Cahritable. | $2,500 |
| Juvenile Diabetes Research Fund | Charitable gift | $2,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | Charitable gift - stroke research | $2,000 |
| Chabad Minneapolis | Charitable gift | $2,000 |
| Alpha News Daily MN | Charitable gift | $1,500 |
| MN Military Family Foundation | Charitable gift | $1,100 |
| American Experiment | Charitable gift | $1,000 |
| Jewish Family and Children's Service | Charitable gift | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David Dworsky
- Johnathan Dworsky
- Heidi Becker
Questions people ask
Does The Ben Miller Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ben Miller Foundation give?
$95,000 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Ben Miller Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Dworsky (Director), Johnathan Dworsky (Director) and Heidi Becker (Director).
What does The Ben Miller Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and science and research.