Richard Robert Miselis Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Richard Robert Miselis Foundation is a private foundation in Reno, Nevada. In tax year 2025 it gave $113,500 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $4,250 and the largest $31,500. 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$113,500
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$4,250
- Largest grant$31,500
- Assets$3.8 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was up from $76,000 the year before.
31% 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 | $59,500 | 10 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $76,000 | 11 | $2.8 million |
| 2025 | $113,500 | 16 | $3.8 million |
How to apply
Richard Robert 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 Richard Robert Miselis Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 9 | $37,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $31,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $26,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $4,500 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $4,500 |
| New York | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine | VMD-PhD Combined Degree Program | $31,500 |
| Tufts University School of Arts & Sciences | Summer Research Scholar | $26,500 |
| Mt Hood Community College | Workforce Training and Personal Growth | $6,500 |
| National Parks Conservation Association | Protecting/Enhancing National Parks | $4,500 |
| Oregon Food Bank | Fight Against Hunger | $4,500 |
| Pacific Crest Trail Association | Nature Preservation | $4,500 |
| Teton Raptor Center | Raptor Conservation | $4,500 |
| Wild Salmon Center | Wildlife Preservation | $4,500 |
| Community Cycling Center | Expanding Access to Bicycling | $4,000 |
| Community Transitional School | At-Risk Children Education | $4,000 |
| Consumer Reports | Consumer Research and Safety | $4,000 |
| Friends of the Historic Columbia River Highway | Historic Preservation | $4,000 |
| Oregon Public Broadcasting | Nonprofit Public Media News and Education | $4,000 |
| Deschutes River Alliance | Nature Conservation | $3,000 |
| Oregon Humane Society | Prevention of Cruelty to Animals | $3,000 |
| American Red Cross | Disaster Relief | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard R Miselis
Questions people ask
Does Richard Robert Miselis Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Richard Robert Miselis Foundation give?
$113,500 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $4,250.
Who runs Richard Robert Miselis Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard R Miselis (President).
What does Richard Robert Miselis Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, animals and arts and culture.