The McGue Millhiser Family Trust
Accepts applications
The McGue Millhiser Family Trust is a private foundation in Richmond, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $911,000 in 43 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $100,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$911,000
- Number of grants43
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$22.4 million
- New grantees12%
Giving in 2025 was up from $836,500 the year before.
12% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $778,500 | 38 | $18.3 million |
| 2024 | $836,500 | 48 | $20.8 million |
| 2025 | $911,000 | 43 | $22.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | The McGue Millhiser Family Trust Attn James M Millhiser, 3206 Noble Avenue, Richmond, VA 23222 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (804) 788-8732, jmillhiser@gmail.com |
| What to submit | No stated format; must include organization's tax exempt function. |
What The McGue Millhiser Family Trust funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Virginia. It also paid $50,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 15 | $264,500 |
| New York | 10 | $171,000 |
| New Jersey | 7 | $110,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $100,000 |
| Florida | 4 | $90,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $55,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $35,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Hill School | Education | $100,000 |
| The Joyce Theater Foundation | Cultural arts | $75,000 |
| Virginia Museum of Fine Arts | Arts | $75,000 |
| Roots and Wings | Education | $60,000 |
| Monmouth County Historical Assoc | History | $55,000 |
| Mount Sinai Hospital Foundation | General use | $50,000 |
| Bates College | Education | $35,000 |
| Duke University | Education | $30,000 |
| Goochland Cares | Healthcare | $30,000 |
| New York City Ballet | Cultural arts | $30,000 |
| Riverside School | Education | $30,000 |
| Georgetown University | Education | $25,000 |
| Global Connections for Change | General use | $25,000 |
| Rockville School Park Foundation | General use | $25,000 |
| Washington & Lee University Law Sch | General use | $25,000 |
| Christ Church School | Education | $20,000 |
| The Little Club Scholarship Foundation Inc | Educational | $20,000 |
| Holy Cross Academy | Education | $15,000 |
| Parker Family Health Center | Healthcare | $15,000 |
| The Richmond Ballet | Cultural | $15,000 |
| Westminster Canterbury Foundation | General use | $15,000 |
| Allen-Stevenson School | Education | $10,000 |
| Art for Refugees in Transition | Safety | $10,000 |
| Battery Conservancy | General use | $10,000 |
| Berkshire School | Education | $10,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth Coun | General use | $10,000 |
| Mercy Center NJ | General use | $10,000 |
| Monmouth Medical Center Foundation | Healthcare | $10,000 |
| Riverdale Country School | Education | $10,000 |
| Riverview Medical Center Foundation | Healthcare | $10,000 |
| The Headstrong Project | Healthcare | $10,000 |
| American Red Cross | Public safety | $6,000 |
| Art Works | General use | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation | Healthcare | $5,000 |
| St Paul's Episcopal Church | Religion | $5,000 |
| The Society of the Four Arts | General use | $5,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Homeless veterans | $5,000 |
| Henrico Christmas Mother | General use | $3,000 |
| St Andrew's School | Educational | $3,000 |
| Feed More | General use | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ross R Millhiser Jr
- Virginia Millhiser
- Thomas McNally Millhiser
- Mary McGue Millhiser
- James MCN Millhiser
Questions people ask
Does The McGue Millhiser Family Trust accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The McGue Millhiser Family Trust give?
$911,000 in tax year 2025, across 43 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The McGue Millhiser Family Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Ross R Millhiser Jr (Trustee), Virginia Millhiser (Trustee), Thomas McNally Millhiser (Trustee) and Mary McGue Millhiser (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The McGue Millhiser Family Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and health.