Midler Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Midler Family Foundation is a private foundation in Nashville, Tennessee. In tax year 2023 it gave $51,500 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $22,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$51,500
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$22,000
- Assets$384,141
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2023 was down from $310,000 the year before.
83% of its 2023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $310,000 | 14 | $388,715 |
| 2023 | $51,500 | 6 | $384,141 |
How to apply
Midler Family 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 1 | $22,000 |
| New York | 4 | $19,500 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Indian College Fund | General donation | $22,000 |
| Paul Taylor Dance Foundation | General donation | $10,000 |
| Wild Is Life USA | General donation | $10,000 |
| Broadway Mall Association | General donation | $5,000 |
| Perfect Earth Project | General donation | $3,500 |
| The Fresh Air Fund | General donation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bette Midler
Questions people ask
Does Midler Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Midler Family Foundation give?
$51,500 in tax year 2023, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Midler Family Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Bette Midler (Trustee).