Donald Brian Miselis Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Donald Brian Miselis Foundation is a private foundation in Stateline, Nevada. In tax year 2025 it gave $102,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$102,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$294,525
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2025 was up from $82,000 the year before.
58% 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 | $67,500 | 13 | $731,949 |
| 2024 | $82,000 | 10 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $102,000 | 12 | $294,525 |
How to apply
Donald Brian Miselis 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 Donald Brian Miselis Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8 | $81,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Alaska | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mendocino Land Trust | Habitat restoration | $50,000 |
| Institute for Justice | General fund | $10,000 |
| The Harwood Memorial Park Family Resource Center | General fund | $10,000 |
| Mendocino Producers Guild | Willitsfest | $10,000 |
| Laytonville Long Valley Lioness Clu | Scholarship fund | $8,000 |
| Copper River Watershed Project | Enviromental restoration | $5,000 |
| Boston University | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Pro Publica | General fund | $1,000 |
| Mendocino Co Public Broadcasting Kzyx&z | General fund | $1,000 |
| Redwood Community Radio Kmud Raido | General fund | $1,000 |
| Earthmind Well | General fund | $500 |
| Redwood Empire Food Bank | General fund | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Donald Miselis
Questions people ask
Does Donald Brian Miselis Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Donald Brian Miselis Foundation give?
$102,000 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Donald Brian Miselis Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Donald Miselis (President).
What does Donald Brian Miselis Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and education.