The Elsa Miller Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Elsa Miller Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $847,834 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $78,773. 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$847,834
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$78,773
- Assets$21.5 million
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.1 million the year before.
53% 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 | $443,288 | 13 | $19.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 32 | $19.4 million |
| 2025 | $847,834 | 24 | $21.5 million |
How to apply
The Elsa Miller Foundation Inc 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Elsa Miller Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California. It also paid $227,049 in 6 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $181,185 |
| Michigan | 3 | $140,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $95,000 |
| New York | 5 | $69,600 |
| Florida | 1 | $60,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $50,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| King Faisal Hospital Rwanda Foundation | Healthystart research project (office space costs) | $78,773 |
| Menomee Range Historical Foundation | To support foundation in establishing a museum park in iron mountain | $75,000 |
| Ukraine House DC Foundation | Olena zelenska foundation for the superhero schools | $75,000 |
| King Faisal Hospital Rwanda Foundation | Healthy start seminar in october 2025 | $65,000 |
| African Mission Healthcare Foundation | St bakhita health training insititute in nuba mountains, sudan | $60,000 |
| Tip Global Health | E-heza tool moficifation to reflect rct requirements and training | $53,685 |
| Camp Molinaire | Camp site renovation | $50,000 |
| Finlandia Foundation National | Supporting finlandia folk school and art gallery in hanckock, mi | $50,000 |
| Landmine Relief Fund | Unrestricted grant | $50,000 |
| Tip Global Health | For e-heza development | $50,000 |
| 1000 Days Foundation | Feasibility study in stunting prevention | $35,000 |
| Baraka Community Partnerships | To continue operating the book boats and learning centres in laos | $35,000 |
| Landmine Relief Fund | For cambodian self help demining | $25,000 |
| Myriad USA - Aka King Boudouin Foundation US Inc | Patient flow project in rwanda, nyamata hospital | $25,000 |
| St Joseph Mission School | To support and improve the school library in san fidel, new mexico | $25,000 |
| Ukraine House DC Foundation | Olena zelenska foundation for the superhero schools | $20,000 |
| Columbia University | Finnish language program | $19,000 |
| North Dickinson County School | Music instruments for the school band | $15,000 |
| Council on Foreign Relations | Annual fund | $10,000 |
| Positive Exposure Productions | Unrestricted grant for photo projects | $10,000 |
| Karya | Health clinic and pharmacy project in the karnali district in the mountains in nepal | $7,285 |
| King Faisal Hospital Rwanda Foundation | Purchase and delivery of medical equipment to king faisal hospital in kigali, rwanda, including six baby scales, carrying cases and bags for the baby scales, and breast pumps with bottles to support maternal and infant healthcare services. | $5,991 |
| General Architecture Collaborative | Aalto collaborative with rwanda university and art supplies | $5,600 |
| University of California San Francisco Foundation | Camp winning hands: comms radios | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Elsa Brule
- Erika Sauer
- Ellette Nyman
Questions people ask
Does The Elsa Miller Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Elsa Miller Foundation Inc give?
$847,834 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs The Elsa Miller Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Elsa Brule (President and Treasurer), Erika Sauer (Chief Operations Officer) and Ellette Nyman (Secretary).
What does The Elsa Miller Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, health and education.