The Millman-Harris-Romano Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Millman-Harris-Romano Foundation is a private foundation in Poughkeepsie, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $76,520 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $9,336. 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$76,520
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$9,336
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2025 was up from $67,120 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 | $23,795 | 10 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $67,120 | 19 | $2.1 million |
| 2025 | $76,520 | 25 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
The Millman-Harris-Romano 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Millman-Harris-Romano Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 24 | $74,020 |
| California | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Art Effect | Supports local arts | $9,336 |
| Dutchess Outreach Inc | Supports local community | $8,500 |
| Goodfoundation | Dismantling multi-generational poverty by pairing essential goods with services | $5,376 |
| American Museum of Natural History | Supports museum research | $5,000 |
| Childrens Home of Poughkeepsie | Supports children's home | $5,000 |
| New York Restoration Project | Provides access to high quality public green space across the five boroughs | $5,000 |
| Special Olympics of Ny | Supports children and adults with intellectual diabilities through sports | $5,000 |
| Bardavon 1869 Operahouse | Support of musical programs | $3,950 |
| Vassar College | Provides scholarships for local college | $3,500 |
| Duthess County SPCA | Supports animal shelter | $2,581 |
| Poughkeepsie Teen Closet | Support the youth of the local community | $2,577 |
| Stony Kill Foundation | Supports the department of environmental conservation | $2,575 |
| Film Independent | Supports film industry | $2,500 |
| Friends of the Poughkeepsie Public Library | To support local literacy | $2,500 |
| Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum | Support local community | $2,500 |
| Reformed Church Medical Closet | Provide medical equipment | $2,500 |
| Walkway Over the Hudson | Supports local community | $2,425 |
| Individual | Provides dispute resolution services to individuals, families, and groups | $1,545 |
| Miles of Hope Breast Cancer Foundation | Support services for people affected by breast cancer | $1,200 |
| Tarrytown Music Hall | Supports local community arts | $1,000 |
| Poughkeepsie Public Library District | Provides public library services | $520 |
| Planned Parenthood HV | Supports womens reproductive health | $500 |
| Wliw | Supports public media amd television production | $500 |
| DCC Foundation | Provides scholarships for local college | $315 |
| Adriance Honors | Support local community | $120 |
Officers and trustees
- Jode Millman
- Michael J Harris
- Ellin B Millman
- Wendy Berger
Questions people ask
Does The Millman-Harris-Romano Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Millman-Harris-Romano Foundation give?
$76,520 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Millman-Harris-Romano Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jode Millman (President, Director), Michael J Harris (Secretary, Treasurer, Dire), Ellin B Millman (Vice President, Director) and Wendy Berger (Director).
What does The Millman-Harris-Romano Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, youth programs and human services.