The Kathy and Tom Miller Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Kathy and Tom Miller Family Foundation is a private foundation in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $64,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $30,000. 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$64,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2025 was up from $54,000 the year before.
80% 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 | $53,800 | 11 | $319,244 |
| 2024 | $54,000 | 9 | $276,416 |
| 2025 | $64,000 | 10 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
The Kathy and Tom Miller 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 Kathy and Tom Miller Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 7 | $52,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $7,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare | Unrestricted charitable grant | $30,000 |
| University of St Thomas | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Benilde-St Margaret's School | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Prager University Foundation | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Youth Haven | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Center of the American Experiment | Unrestricted charitable grant | $2,000 |
| Como Friends | Unrestricted charitable grant | $2,000 |
| Foundation for Government Accountability | Unrestricted charitable grant | $2,000 |
| Take Charge Minnesota | Unrestricted charitable grant | $2,000 |
| Search Ministries | Unrestricted charitable grant | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas E Miller
- Katherine L Miller
- Robert T Miller
- Jennifer Miller Garvin
- Michael N Garvin
- Kelly A Miller
Questions people ask
Does The Kathy and Tom Miller Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Kathy and Tom Miller Family Foundation give?
$64,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs The Kathy and Tom Miller Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas E Miller (President), Katherine L Miller (Secretary/Treasurer), Robert T Miller (Vice President) and Jennifer Miller Garvin (Vice President) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Kathy and Tom Miller Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and education.