Howard & Mary Eliza McMillan Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Howard & Mary Eliza McMillan Foundation is a private foundation in Jackson, Mississippi. In tax year 2025 it gave $24,800 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $750 and the largest $6,000. 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$24,800
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$750
- Largest grant$6,000
- Assets$508,502
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was up from $18,525 the year before.
56% 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 | $8,000 | 19 | $420,119 |
| 2024 | $18,525 | 26 | $451,622 |
| 2025 | $24,800 | 18 | $508,502 |
How to apply
Howard & Mary Eliza McMillan 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 Howard & Mary Eliza McMillan Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Mississippi.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | 14 | $14,500 |
| Virginia | 2 | $9,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ad Fontest Educational Trust | General support | $6,000 |
| Presbyterian Christian School | General support | $4,000 |
| Centreville Baptist Church | General support | $3,000 |
| Keep Jackson Beautiful | General support | $3,000 |
| Canopy Childrens Solutions | Support children's behavioral health, educational, and social services | $2,000 |
| Friends of Children's Hospital | General support | $1,000 |
| Shower Power | General support | $1,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| Palmer Home for Children | General support | $1,000 |
| Camp Kamassa | General support | $500 |
| Ms Food Network | Provide food for the underprivileged. | $500 |
| Ms Children's Museum | General support | $300 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Provide funds for care and treatment. | $300 |
| Stewpot Community Services Inc | Provide food and services for the underprivileged. | $300 |
| Andrew Jackson Council | Support character-building in young people. | $300 |
| Alzheimer's Association | General support | $200 |
| Methodist Children's Homes of Mississippi | General support | $200 |
| The Mustard Seed | Provide services for individuals with disabilities. | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Eliza McMillan
- Eliza Garraway
- Howard L McMillan III
Questions people ask
Does Howard & Mary Eliza McMillan Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Howard & Mary Eliza McMillan Foundation give?
$24,800 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $750.
Who runs Howard & Mary Eliza McMillan Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mary Eliza McMillan (President), Eliza Garraway (Vice-President) and Howard L McMillan III (Vice-President).
What does Howard & Mary Eliza McMillan Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.