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The Miles Foundation Inc. is a private corporation based in FORT WORTH, TX. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2000. It holds total assets of $65.9M. Annual income is reported at $3.9M. Total assets have grown from $23.6M in 2011 to $65.9M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 3 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2018 to 2024. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Texas and Virginia. According to available records, The Miles Foundation Inc. has made 257 grants totaling $14.1M, with a median grant of $25K. The foundation has distributed between $2M and $5M annually from 2018 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $5M distributed across 68 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $200 to $815K, with an average award of $55K. The foundation has supported 116 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Texas, Virginia, California, which account for 89% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 13 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$5K
Median Grant
$25K
Average Grant
$62K
Largest Grant
$565K
Based on 38 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
The Miles Foundation Inc. primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 257 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in TX, VA, CA.
The Miles Foundation Inc. has distributed a total of $14.1M across 257 grants. The median grant size is $25K, with an average of $55K. Individual grants have ranged from $200 to $815K.
The Miles Foundation Inc. typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
The Miles Foundation Inc. is headquartered in FORT WORTH, TX. While based in TX, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 13 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christopher G Coates | CEO/DIRECTOR | $305K | $38K | $343K |
| Sherry A Wilson | DIRECTOR | $24K | $0 | $24K |
| Jack L Burdett | CHAIRMAN | $24K | $0 | $24K |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$65.9M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$60.3M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
257
Total Giving
$14.1M
Average Grant
$55K
Median Grant
$25K
Unique Recipients
116
Most Common Grant
$25K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Texas Community FoundationBEST PLACE FOR KIDS FUNDING | Fort Worth, TX | $815K | 2023 |
| Donors TrustTHE MILES FOUNDATION FUND | Alexandria, VA | $475K | 2023 |
| Stand TogetherVELA | Bonney Lake, WA | $300K | 2023 |
| Basis Texas Charter Schools IncFORT WORTH EXPANSION | San Antonio, TX | $100K | 2023 |
| Families EmpoweredGENERAL OPERATIONS | Houston, TX | $75K | 2023 |
| The Philanthropy Roundtable IncGENERAL OPERATIONS | Washington, DC | $75K | 2023 |
| Communities Foundation Of Texas IncTHE MILES FOUNDATION COMMUNITY FUND | Dallas, TX | $50K | 2023 |
| Child Care AssociatesGENERAL OPERATIONS | Fort Worth, TX | $50K | 2023 |
| Texas Charter Schools AssociationGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Austin, TX | $50K | 2023 |
| Fort Worth Chamber Development FoundationGENERAL SUPPORT | Fort Worth, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| University Of Oklahoma Foundation IncMBA DALLAS CORPORATE SCHOLARS PROGRAM | Norman, OK | $25K | 2023 |
| Lincoln Network IncSCHOOLAHOOP | San Francisco, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Texas Christian UniversitySCHOOL OF MEDICINE | Fort Worth, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| Philanthropy Advocates Co Communities Foundation Of TexasPHILANTHROPY ADVOCATES | Dallas, TX | $5K | 2023 |
| Perfect Gift LlcGIFT CARDS FOR PARENT PASS | Pittsburgh, PA | $600 | 2023 |
| Stand Together TrustGENERAL SUPPORT | Arlington, VA | $125K | 2022 |
| Basis Texas Charter SchoolsGENERAL SUPPORT | San Antonio, TX | $100K | 2022 |
| The Lincoln NetworkGENERAL SUPPORT | San Francisco, CA | $100K | 2022 |
| Great Hearts TexasGENERAL SUPPORT | San Antonio, TX | $100K | 2022 |
| Bellwether Education Partners IncPARENT DIRECTED TUTORING ACCOUNTS | Sudbury, MA | $75K | 2022 |
| The Philanthropy RoundtableGENERAL OPERATIONS | Washington, DC | $75K | 2022 |
| Teneo Network IncGENERAL OPERATIONS | Austin, TX | $60K | 2022 |
| Texas Public Charter Schools Association2022 GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Austin, TX | $50K | 2022 |