Gary E Milgard Family Foundation-Lori
The Gary E Milgard Family Foundation-Lori is a private foundation based in Tacoma, Washington, established in 2016. It is one of four legacy foundations created when the original Gary E. Milgard Family Foundation (established in 2000) reorganized to reflect the individual passions and interests of Milgard family members. The foundation honors the philanthropic legacy of Gary and Carol Milgard, whose success with Milgard Windows enabled significant community contributions.
Key facts about Gary E Milgard Family Foundation-Lori
- EIN
- 81-1344384
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025
- Annual giving (2025)
- $2,400,348
- Grants made (2025)
- 28
- Average grant
- $85,727
- Median grant
- $50,000
- New grantees (estimate)
- 20% first-time grantees (5 of 25, 2025)
- Primary geography
- California (91% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- How to apply
- Applications accepted through online portal at grantinterface.com. Full details ↓
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology). Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Gary E Milgard Family Foundation-Lori funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for Gary E Milgard Family Foundation-Lori's 28 itemized 2025 grants were California (91%) and Washington (9%). The most frequent recipient cities were Los Angeles, CA (12 grants), Monterey Park, CA (3 grants), Malibu, CA (3 grants) and Pasadena, CA (2 grants). 14% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
Is Gary E Milgard Family Foundation-Lori open to new grantees?
20%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 5 of 25 grantees (20%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $53K; repeat grants $107K. How we count
Medians: $20K first-time, $50K repeat.
- 52% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2022 to 2025 (−11%). Method
Estimate from itemized IRS Form 990-PF grant lists (2020–2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
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Financial Overview
From 2025 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$2.4M
+4.3% YoY
Grant Count
28
+40.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$86K
-25.5% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's mission is to support a wide variety of organizations that provide meaningful community impact. Primary funding areas include:
- Education
- Human services
- Philanthropy and voluntarism
- General operating support
- Workforce development programs
- Women's shelter expansion
- Wellness centers
- Animal welfare and marine life preservation (through affiliated Ruth Foundation)
- Community betterment and quality of life improvements
Grantmaking
Grant Range
$5,000 to $800,000
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily funds organizations in:
- California
- Oregon
- Utah
- Washington
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 28 itemized 2025 grant dollars.
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2023:
- Total assets: $56.3 million
- Total revenues: $1.9 million
- Total expenses: $2.8 million
- Investment income and dividends: $1.6 million
- Giving rate: 4.1% of assets
As of 2024:
- Total assets: $60.2 million
- Total giving: $2.3 million
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Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2025
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 2025
Grant Size Distribution
185 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2025 grants, the largest recipients include Boys & Girls Club of W San Gabriel Valley ($950,000 across 2 grants), Boys & Girls Club of Malibu ($290,728 across 3 grants), Boys & Girls Club of Greater Oxnard and Port Hueneme ($177,620).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF W SAN GABRIEL VALLEY Monterey Park, CA | KINDNESS SUMMIT/FLOAT | $557,000 |
| BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF W SAN GABRIEL VALLEY Monterey Park, CA | MANNERS, KINDNESS, THANKS | $393,000 |
| BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF GREATER OXNARD AND PORT HUENEME Oxnard, CA | KINDNESS IS FREE | $177,620 |
| BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF MALIBU Malibu, CA | KINDNESS IS FREE | $140,728 |
| BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF MALIBU Malibu, CA | WELLNESS CTR-PALISADES FIRE | $100,000 |
| CHARLES WRIGHT ACADEMY Tacoma, WA | MEGAN KELLEY SCHOLARSHIP FUND | $100,000 |
| NEW DIRECTIONS FOR VETERANS Los Angeles, CA | GENERAL OPERATING-WILDFIRE IMPACT | $100,000 |
| WORLD VISION Federal Way, WA | LA FIRE EMERGENCY RESPONSE | $100,000 |
| DREAM CENTER FOUNDATION Los Angeles, CA | FAMILY RESTORATION & RECOVERY | $77,000 |
| MY FRIEND'S PLACE Los Angeles, CA | CONTINUUM OF CARE | $75,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The foundation is led by Lori Milgard as President. The foundation's legacy is carried forward by Gary and Carol Milgard's three children—Cari, Lori, and Mark—and their grandchildren: Kasey, Kirby, Scott, and Lindsay.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
From 2025 IRS filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lori Milgard | President | 10 | $600 |
| Lindsay Trapp | Vice President | 20 | $112,500 |
| Scott Ehlers | Treasurer | 5 | $25,000 |
| Christine Zemanek | Secretary | 20 | $29,106 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation has made recent grants supporting diverse community needs, including:
Educational programs at the University of Puget Sound (Summer Academic Challenge)
Food bank and delivery programs through the Making a Difference Foundation
Animal welfare initiatives through the Kitsap Humane Society's canine behavior and training programs
Kitsap Humane Society \t \n \t | KHS Canine Behavior & Training\Business education through the Milgard School of Business at UW Tacoma
Record gift to UW Tacoma creates Milgard School of Business | UW Magazine\Contact Information
Tacoma Office: 1701 Commerce St Tacoma, WA 98402 Phone: (253) 274-0121
Los Angeles Office: 10635 Santa Monica Blvd, Suite 240 Los Angeles, CA 90025 Phone: (424) 320-9524
Website: www.garymilgardfamilyfoundation.org
EIN: 81-1344384
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Gary E Milgard Family Foundation-Lori fund?
The foundation's mission is to support a wide variety of organizations that provide meaningful community impact. Primary funding areas include: • Education • Human services • Philanthropy and voluntarism • General operating support • Workforce development programs • Women's shelter expansion • Wellness centers • Animal welfare and marine life preservation (through affiliated Ruth Foundation) • Community betterment and quality of life improvements
How do I apply for a grant from Gary E Milgard Family Foundation-Lori?
Applications accepted through online portal at grantinterface.com. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
Where does Gary E Milgard Family Foundation-Lori make grants?
The foundation primarily funds organizations in: • California • Oregon • Utah • Washington
What size grants does Gary E Milgard Family Foundation-Lori award?
In 2025, Gary E Milgard Family Foundation-Lori awarded 28 grants totaling $2.4M — an average of about $86K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Gary E Milgard Family Foundation-Lori's EIN?
Gary E Milgard Family Foundation-Lori's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 81-1344384. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
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