Francis G Miller & Betty J Miller Foundation
The Francis G Miller & Betty J Miller Foundation is a private foundation established in Geneseo, Illinois under the estate plan of Betty J. Miller. Founded in 2024, the foundation operates as a 501(c)(3) organization with no paid staff, relying on a volunteer board of directors to guide its philanthropic work.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$5.9M
-1.5% YoY
Annual Giving
$369K
-46.7% YoY
Grant Count
59
+25.5% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$6K
-57.6% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation is dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of individuals in Geneseo and surrounding areas, honoring Betty Miller's wishes to enhance the quality of life for local community residents.
Primary focus areas include:
- Education and Empowerment: A portion of annual distributions is allocated to scholarships for graduating students at Geneseo High School, with preferential treatment given to students pursuing professional healthcare-related fields or technical/trade school programs.
- Community Development: Support for infrastructure improvement, sustainable initiatives, and capital projects that foster community development.
- Health and Well-being: Support for initiatives that promote access to quality healthcare, mental health awareness, and overall wellness. The foundation maintains a particular commitment to Hammond-Henry Hospital, reflecting Betty Miller's history as an avid supporter and volunteer.
- Innovation and Research: Investment in research and innovation projects with potential to transform lives and address local challenges.
- General Charitable Purposes: Grants to organizations using funds for charitable purposes.
Grantmaking
The foundation made 59 grants in its inaugural year (2024), with a median grant size of $1,300 and a range from $525 to $60,000.
Grant Range
of $1,300 and a range from $525 to $60,000.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation operates primarily within Illinois, funding projects in Geneseo, Cambridge, Galesburg, and Princeton.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
- Total Assets: $5,872,999 (as of 2024)
- Total Revenue (2024): $346,910
- Total Expenses (2024): $434,082–$538,945
- Number of Employees: 0 (volunteer-run)
Program Breakdown:
- Giving Grants to organizations for charitable purposes: $321,786 in expenses
- Giving Scholarships for college, graduate school, and trade schools: $47,050 in expenses
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $5,872,999 | $5,960,171 | $5,812,880 |
| Revenue | $346,910 | $908,304 | $170,427 |
| Expenses | $434,082 | $761,013 | $538,945 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $403,244 | $692,453 | $538,945 |
| Net Investment Income | $316,072 | $839,744 | $145,492 |
| Distributable Amount | $394,522 | $350,941 | $281,831 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
152 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The foundation is managed by a volunteer board of directors, all serving without compensation:
- Michael Kelly – Chair Person
- John Dubois – Vice President
- William Dale – Treasurer
- Shelly Hickerson – Secretary
- Dave Harker – Trustee
- Mark Breeden – Trustee
- Tyler Mackey – Trustee (Central Bank)
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Kelly | Chair Person | 4 | — |
| John Dubois | Vice President | 1 | — |
| William Dale | Treasurer | 1 | — |
| Shelly Hickerson | Secretary | 1 | — |
| Dave Harker | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Mark Breeden | Trustee | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation launched its grantmaking operations in 2024, distributing over $368,000 in grants during its inaugural year. The foundation maintains an active website and accepts grant applications from eligible organizations in its service area.
Francis G Miller & Betty J Miller Foundation - GrantableSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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