Steven and Sheila Miller Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Steven and Sheila Miller Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $72,900 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$72,900
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was down from $126,000 the year before.
25% 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 | $137,900 | 11 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $126,000 | 13 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $72,900 | 12 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Steven and Sheila Miller 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 Steven and Sheila Miller Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 1 | $30,000 |
| Texas | 6 | $27,300 |
| Indiana | 1 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $5,500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colonial Williamsburg | Education | $30,000 |
| St John's School | Education | $10,000 |
| Triangle Education Foundation | Education | $10,000 |
| Mfah | Arts | $6,000 |
| Houston Christian High School | Education | $5,000 |
| Rice University- Baker Institute | Education | $5,000 |
| Community Foundation of Western North Carolina - Cedar Creek Club Charitabl | Social outreach | $3,000 |
| Community Foundation of Western North Carolina - Wade Hampton Fund | Social outreach | $2,000 |
| Child Advocates | Social outreach | $1,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau | Social/education | $500 |
| Community Care Clinic | Medical | $300 |
| Make-A-Wish | Medical | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Ashley M Ranton
- Sheila M Miller
- Steven L Miller Jr
- Steven L Miller
Questions people ask
Does Steven and Sheila Miller Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Steven and Sheila Miller Foundation give?
$72,900 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs Steven and Sheila Miller Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ashley M Ranton (Assistant Treasurer, Director), Sheila M Miller (Vice President, Director), Steven L Miller Jr (Secretary, Director) and Steven L Miller (President, Treasurer, Director).
What does Steven and Sheila Miller Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, community development and youth programs.