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General operating support for larger arts organizations and K-12 education organizations. The process involves a two-step application starting with an Inquiry Form (LOI) that is reviewed three times per year. Grants focus on strengthening student achievement or enhancing arts programming and financial stability.
Provides one-year or multi-year operating support for small to mid-sized Oregon arts organizations. The program is designed to be fast and flexible, with a one-step application process and decisions typically made within 6-8 weeks.
James F And Marion L Miller Foundation is a private corporation based in PORTLAND, OR. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2003. The principal officer is % Carolyn Hoops. It holds total assets of $178.5M. Annual income is reported at $279.9M. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to available records, James F And Marion L Miller Foundation has made 1,176 grants totaling $61.6M, with a median grant of $24K. The foundation has distributed between $11.8M and $20M annually from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $20M distributed across 424 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $2M, with an average award of $52K. The foundation has supported 412 unique organizations. Grants have been distributed to organizations in Oregon and California and Washington. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
James F And Marion L Miller Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 1,176 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in OR, CA, WA.
James F And Marion L Miller Foundation has distributed a total of $61.6M across 1,176 grants. The median grant size is $24K, with an average of $52K. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $2M.
The application deadline is APPLICATION DEADLINES ARE POSTED PERIODICALLY AT WWW.MILLERFOUND.ORG. THE MILLER FOUNDATION MAKES RESPONSIVE GRANTS TO REQUESTS FROM ORGANIZATIONS BASED IN OREGON WHOSE PRIMARY FOCUS IS IN THE ARTS OR EDUCATION. FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE SEE APPLICATION GUIDELINES AT WWW.MILLERFOUND.ORG/APPLY.
James F And Marion L Miller Foundation is headquartered in PORTLAND, OR. While based in OR, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 3 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carolyn Hoops | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | $226K | $7K | $233K |
| Charles H Putney | CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD | $62K | $0 | $62K |
| William Swindells | TREASURER | $35K | $0 | $35K |
| Peter Koehler | PRESIDENT | $35K | $0 | $35K |
| Kali Ladd Thorne | DIRECTOR | $35K | $0 | $35K |
Total Giving
$19.3M
Total Assets
$157.7M
Fair Market Value
$214.2M
Net Worth
$157.7M
Grants Paid
$16.2M
Contributions
$0
Net Investment Income
$13.2M
Distribution Amount
$10.1M
Total: $130.5M
Total Grants
1,176
Total Giving
$61.6M
Average Grant
$52K
Median Grant
$24K
Unique Recipients
412
Most Common Grant
$50K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| ReapTWO YEAR OPERATING SUPPORT FOR YEAR-ROUND MULTICULTURAL YOUTH LEADERSHIP PROGRAM | Portland, OR | $150K | 2023 |
| Project YouthTWO YEAR OPERATING SUPPORT FOR EDUCATIONAL SUPPORTS FOR STUDENTS IN SOUTHERN OREGON | Grants Pass, OR | $125K | 2023 |
| Greater ThanTWO YEAR PROJECT SUPPORT FOR ON CAMPUS WRAPAROUND SERVICES AND RESOURCE NAVIGATION FOR LINGUISTICALLY DIVERSE FAMILIES | Portland, OR | $50K | 2023 |
| Oregon Shakespeare FestivalONE YEAR PROJECT SUPPORT FOR LARGE-SCALE REPERTORY THEATRE COMPANY | Ashland, OR | $2M |
Other foundations that have funded James F And Marion L Miller Foundation.
| Funder | Amount | Year | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autzen Foundation | $5K | 2021 | ROSS MCKEEN MEMORIAL AWARDS FOR LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT |
| Meyer Memorial Trust | $3K | 2020 | For continued support of financial consulting services for the Large Budget Arts Organizations funder collaborative |
| Subashini Ganesan-Forbes |
| SECRTARY |
| $35K |
| $0 |
| $35K |
| John Tapogna | DIRECTOR | $35K | $0 | $35K |
| Giyen Kim | DIRECTOR | $35K | $0 | $35K |
| Donald L Grotting | DIRECTOR | $35K | $0 | $35K |
| Martha Richards | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | $26K | $3K | $28K |
| 2018 | 990PF | View |
| 2017 | 990PF | View |
| 2016 | 990PF | View |
| 2015 | 990PF | View |
| 2023 |
| Portland Art MuseumTHREE YEAR OPERATING SUPPORT FOR ART MUSEUM | Portland, OR | $1.3M | 2023 |
| Oregon SymphonyTHREE YEAR OPERATING SUPPORT FOR PROFESSIONAL ORCHESTRA | Portland, OR | $1.2M | 2023 |
| Children'S InstituteFIVE YEAR PROJECT SUPPORT FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD ADVOCACY PROGRAM THROUGH MILLER EARLY CHILDHOOD INITIATIVE | Portland, OR | $750K | 2023 |
| Portland OperaTHREE YEAR OPERATING SUPPORT FOR OPERA COMPANY | Portland, OR | $600K | 2023 |
| Portland Center StageONE YEAR OPERATING SUPPORT FOR THEATRE COMPANY | Portland, OR | $500K | 2023 |
| Oregon Ballet TheatreTHREE YEAR OPERATING SUPPORT FOR PROFESSIONAL BALLET COMPANY AND SCHOOL | Portland, OR | $400K | 2023 |
| Oregon Public BroadcastingTWO YEAR PROJECT SUPPORT FOR ARTS AND CULTURE PROGRAMMING IN PUBLIC BROADCASTING | Portland, OR | $250K | 2023 |
| Foundations For A Better OregonINSTALLMENT GRANT FOR 3 YEAR SUPPORT OF OPERATIONS FOR LEARNING CONTINUUM AND COMMUNITY-CENTERED DATA INITIATIVE | Portland, OR | $200K | 2023 |
| Kids Unlimited Of OregonTWO YEAR GENERAL OPERATING GRANT FOR IN-SCHOOL YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM IN SOUTHERN OREGON | Medford, OR | $150K | 2023 |
| KairospdxTWO YEAR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT GRANT FOR CHARTER SCHOOL DEDICATED TO ELIMINATING RACIAL ACHIEVEMENT AND OPPORTUNITY GAPS FOR HISTORICALLY UNDERSERVED CHILDREN | Portland, OR | $125K | 2023 |
| Oregon Museum Of Science And Industry (Omsi)TWO YEAR OPERATING SUPPORT FOR STATEWIDE EDUCATION PROGRAMMING | Portland, OR | $125K | 2023 |
| Oregon Community FoundationPARTNERSHIP; THREE YEAR COLLABORATIVE GRANT FOR STATEWIDE NETWORK INFLUENCING EDUCATIONAL SYSTEM FOR BLACK STUDENT SUCCESS | Portland, OR | $100K | 2023 |
| Stand For Children Leadership CenterONE YEAR OPERATING SUPPORT FOR SYSTEM-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL REFORMS IN OREGON | Portland, OR | $100K | 2023 |
| Crossroads Carnegie Art CenterTHREE YEAR PROJECT SUPPORT FOR PUBLIC/PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP FOR ARTS PROGRAMMING AT NATIONAL HISTORIC OREGON TRAIL INTERPRETIVE CENTER IN RURAL BAKER COUNTY | Baker City, OR | $100K | 2023 |
| De La Salle North Catholic High SchoolTWO YEAR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT FOR COLLEGE-PREPARATORY SCHOOL SERVING UNDERPRIVILEGED STUDENTS AND STUDENTS OF COLOR | Portland, OR | $100K | 2023 |
| Adelante MujeresTWO YEAR PROJECT SUPPORT FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM FOR LATINA STUDENTS IN WA COUNTY | Forest Grove, OR | $100K | 2023 |
| Smart ReadingTWO YEAR OPERATING SUPPORT FOR STATEWIDE READING PROGRAM | Portland, OR | $100K | 2023 |
| Teaching Preschool PartnersTHREE YEAR GENERAL OPERATING GRANT FOR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT, MENTORING SERVICES AND TOOLS TO PRE-K TO 2ND GRADE EDUCATORS | Portland, OR | $100K | 2023 |
| The John G Shedd Institute For The ArtsTHREE YEAR OPERATING SUPPORT FOR ARTS EDUCATION AND PERFORMANCE CENTER | Eugene, OR | $90K | 2023 |
| Artists Repertory TheatreTWO YEAR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT FOR PORTLAND THEATRE. | Portland, OR | $90K | 2023 |
| Britt Music & Arts FestivalFOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Medford, OR | $90K | 2023 |
| Eugene Ballet CompanyTHREE YEAR OPERATING SUPPORT FOR PROFESSIONAL BALLET COMPANY AND BALLET SCHOOL | Eugene, OR | $88K | 2023 |
| Eugene SymphonyONE YEAR OPERATING SUPPORT FOR PROFESSIONAL ORCHESTRA | Eugene, OR | $83K | 2023 |
| Portland PlayhouseTWO YEAR OPERATING SUPPORT FOR PROFESSIONAL REPERTORY THEATRE | Portland, OR | $78K | 2023 |
| Arts For Learning NorthwestTWO YEAR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT FOR TEACHING ARTIST TRAINING AND IN-SCHOOL ARTS EDUCATION PROGRAMMING | Portland, OR | $75K | 2023 |
| Pdx JazzTWO YEAR OPERATING SUPPORT FOR JAZZ PERFORMANCE AND ARTS EDUCATION PROGRAMMING | Portland, OR | $75K | 2023 |
| High Desert MuseumTHREE YEAR OPERATING SUPPORT FOR K-12 EDUCATION PROGRAMMING ABOUT THE NATURAL WORLD AND CULTURAL HISTORY OF THE HIGH DESERT | Bend, OR | $75K | 2023 |
| St Andrew Nativity SchoolTWO YEAR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT GRANT FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL SUPPORTING LOW INCOME STUDENTS WITH CULTURALLY RESPONSIVE SUPPORTS | Portland, OR | $75K | 2023 |
| All Hands RaisedTWO YEAR OPERATING SUPPORT FOR EDUCATION SYSTEMS CHANGE ORGANIZATION IMPROVING THE EDUCATIONAL OUTCOMES FOR K-12 STUDENTS IN MULTNOMAH COUNTY | Portland, OR | $75K | 2023 |
| Open School IncTWO YEAR PROJECT SUPPORT FOR LEARNING AND FACILITATION ROLE AT ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL | Portland, OR | $75K | 2023 |
| College PossibleTHREE YEAR OPERATING SUPPORT FOR COLLEGE ACCESS AND SUCCESS PROGRAM FOR URBAN AND RURAL LOW-INCOME STUDENTS | Portland, OR | $75K | 2023 |
| Broadway Rose TheatreFOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Tigard, OR | $70K | 2023 |
| White BirdTHREE YEAR OPERATING SUPPORT FOR CONTEMPORARY DANCE PERFORMANCES | Portland, OR | $65K | 2023 |
| Native Arts And Cultures Foundation IncTHREE YEAR OPERATING SUPPORT FOR PROGRAMMING OF THE CENTER FOR NATIVE ARTS AND CULTURES SUPPORTING NATIVE ARTISTS | Portland, OR | $60K | 2023 |
| All Classical Public Media IncTWO YEAR OPERATING SUPPORT FOR CLASSICAL RADIO STATION AND PROGRAMMING | Portland, OR | $60K | 2023 |
| Portland Youth PhilharmonicTHREE YEAR OPERATING SUPPORT FOR YOUTH ORCHESTRA | Portland, OR | $60K | 2023 |
| The Red Door ProjectONE YEAR OPERATING SUPPORT FOR THEATRE COMPANY FOCUSED ON EVOLVING LAW ENFORCEMENT, THE JUDICIARY, AND THE COMMUNITY | Portland, OR | $60K | 2023 |
| Craterian PerformancesTHREE YEAR OPERATING SUPPORT FOR MULTI PURPOSE PERFORMANCE VENUE | Medford, OR | $60K | 2023 |
| Lakewood Center For The ArtsONE YEAR OPERATING SUPPORT FOR REGIONAL THEATRE AND ARTS HUB | Lake Oswego, OR | $55K | 2023 |
| Patricia Reser Center For The ArtsTWO YEAR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT FOR MULTIDISCIPLINARY PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS CENTER | Beaverton, OR | $50K | 2023 |
| The Old ChurchONE YEAR OPERATING SUPPORT FOR PERFORMING ARTS HUB AND PROGRAMS | Portland, OR | $50K | 2023 |
| Our Children OregonONE YEAR PROJECT SUPPORT FOR STATEWIDE, MULTI-SECTOR LITERACY TASK FORCE | Portland, OR | $50K | 2023 |
| African Youth And Community Organization (Ayco)TWO YEAR PROJECT SUPPORT FOR CULTURALLY SPECIFIC MENTORING | Portland, OR | $50K | 2023 |
| Portland Baroque OrchestraONE YEAR OPERATING SUPPORT FOR BAROQUE AND EARLY CLASSICAL MUSIC ORCHESTRA | Portland, OR | $50K | 2023 |
| Holla SchoolTWO YEAR PROJECT SUPPORT FOR SCHOOL SERVING YOUTH OF COLOR THROUGH CULTURALLY RESPONSIVE RELATIONSHIPS | Portland, OR | $50K | 2023 |
| United Way Of Lane CountyTHREE YEAR GRANT TO SUPPORT LITERACY PROGRAM FOR LANE COUNTY 3RD GRADERS | Springfield, OR | $50K | 2023 |
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