The Miles Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Miles Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Fort Worth, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.5 million in 10 grants; the typical grant was $92,500 and the largest $1.1 million. 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$2.5 million
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$92,500
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$67.9 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.3 million the year before.
20% of its 2024 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 | $2.3 million | 17 | $68.4 million |
| 2024 | $2.5 million | 10 | $67.9 million |
How to apply
The Miles 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 Miles Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 7 | $1.6 million |
| Virginia | 1 | $600,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $250,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $75,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Texas Community Foundation | The miles foundation community funds | $1.1 million |
| Donors Trust | The miles foundation fund | $600,000 |
| Vela Education Fund | Expand vela micro-grants across texas | $250,000 |
| Families Empowered | General operations | $150,000 |
| Basis Texas Charter Schools Inc | Fort worth expansion | $100,000 |
| Trinity Christian Academy | Innovative learning initiative | $85,000 |
| The Philanthropy Roundtable Inc | General operations | $75,000 |
| Communities Foundation of Texas Inc | Philanthropy advocates | $55,000 |
| Fort Worth Chamber Development Foundation | General support | $25,000 |
| Texas Christian University | School of medicine | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Christopher G Coates
- Jack L Burdett
- Sherry A Wilson
Questions people ask
Does The Miles Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Miles Foundation Inc give?
$2.5 million in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $92,500.
Who runs The Miles Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Christopher G Coates (Ceo/Director), Jack L Burdett (Chairman) and Sherry A Wilson (Director).
What does The Miles Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.