Private foundation · EIN 81-6383121 · Sebastopol, California · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Bert J Miller Charitable Foundation

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2025 Form 990-PF: 6 grants paid, $215K total, median $39K.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2025
6
$215K
Median grant
$39K
Stays in CA
—
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$3.3M

Grants paid in 2025

6 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
Boise Rescue MissionBoise, IDFund general operations$39K
Idaho Food BankBoise, IDFund general operations$39K
Idaho Youth RanchBoise, IDFund general operatons$39K
Interfaith SanctuaryBoise, IDFund general operations$39K
Treasure Valley YMCABoise, IDFund general operation$39K
Freedom Youth FoundationBoise, IDFund general operation$20K

About this foundation

Bert J Miller Charitable Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Sebastopol, California, tax-exempt since 2024. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

All filings on ProPublica

Does Bert J Miller Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?

No. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Bert J Miller Charitable Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2025 it paid $215K across 6 grants, a median of $39K.

Where does Bert J Miller Charitable Foundation give?

Idaho (6 grants), per its latest filing.

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