Richard G Miller Memorial Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Richard G Miller Memorial Foundation is a private foundation in El Paso, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $329,250 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $140,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$329,250
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$140,000
- Assets$5.1 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $305,000 the year before.
67% of its 2024 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 | $305,000 | 9 | $5.0 million |
| 2024 | $329,250 | 12 | $5.1 million |
How to apply
Richard G Miller Memorial 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 G Miller Memorial Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 1 | $140,000 |
| Texas | 7 | $92,750 |
| Indiana | 1 | $50,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $36,500 |
| Oregon | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Challenge Foundation Inc | Support | $140,000 |
| University of Texas El Paso | Scholarships | $50,000 |
| Foundation for Fraternal Excellence Inc | Support | $50,000 |
| University of Illinois | Scholarships | $36,500 |
| El Paso Community Foundation | Support | $30,000 |
| University of Texas-Austin | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Oregon State University | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Vanderbilt University | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Assistance League of El Paso | Support | $2,500 |
| The Mustard Seed Cafe | Support | $2,500 |
| Yucca Council Boy Scouts of America | Scholarships | $2,500 |
| Ciudad Nueva Community Outreach Inc | Support | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- John Birkelbach
- Lucia Dura
Questions people ask
Does Richard G Miller Memorial Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Richard G Miller Memorial Foundation give?
$329,250 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Richard G Miller Memorial Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John Birkelbach (Trustee) and Lucia Dura (Trustee).
What does Richard G Miller Memorial Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.