Tyler Milliken Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tyler Milliken Foundation is a private foundation in Richmond, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $46,900 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $5,500. 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$46,900
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$5,500
- Assets$221,918
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $32,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $32,000 | 19 | $213,779 |
| 2024 | $46,900 | 25 | $221,918 |
How to apply
Tyler Milliken 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 Tyler Milliken Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 24 | $44,900 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| GCBC Youth Scholarshp | Unrestricted donation | $5,500 |
| THS Athletic Scholarship (Football) | Unrestricted donation | $4,000 |
| THS Athletic Scholarship (Golf) | Unrestricted donation | $3,000 |
| Cherokee Creak Music Festival | Unrestricted donation | $3,000 |
| Additional Scholarships | Unrestricted donation | $3,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Unrestricted donation | $2,500 |
| Thankful One's (Child Adoption) | Unrestricted donation | $2,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Karenna Rich | Unrestricted donation | $2,000 |
| Kenna Erickson | Unrestricted donation | $2,000 |
| Texas Tech Alumni Association | Unrestricted donation | $2,000 |
| University of Southwest | Unrestricted donation | $2,000 |
| Doug Carney | Unrestricted donation | $1,500 |
| Brooke Lynn Kocher | Unrestricted donation | $1,500 |
| Olivia Driscol | Unrestricted donation | $1,500 |
| Brookwood Community | Unrestricted donation | $1,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $500 |
| Edward Sissom | Unrestricted donation | $500 |
| TMF High School Golf Tournament | Unrestricted donation | $500 |
| TMF High School Golf Tournament | Unrestricted donation | $500 |
| GCBS Youth Missions and Building Support | Unrestricted donation | $400 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Milliken
- Terry Nehls
- Stephen Ellison
- Michael Milliken
- Teagan Nehls
- Stephen Crawford
- Jake Weersing
- Cody Cartwright
- Joseph Howell
- Henry Ellison
- Nakita Hari
Questions people ask
Does Tyler Milliken Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tyler Milliken Foundation give?
$46,900 in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Tyler Milliken Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mark Milliken (President), Terry Nehls (Vice President), Stephen Ellison (Director) and Michael Milliken (Vice President/Secretary) among 11 officers and trustees.
What does Tyler Milliken Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and faith communities.