James & Lila Miller Charitable Trust
The James & Lila Miller Charitable Trust is a private foundation based in Portland, Oregon. Its 2026 filing reports eight grants totaling $606,537, all to recipients in Oregon.
James & Lila Miller Charitable Trust at a glance
In short: James & Lila Miller Charitable Trust gave $607K across 8 grants in 2026 (avg $76K), mostly in Oregon. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $606,537
- +149.6% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 8
- +0.0% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $75,817
- +149.6% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $46,334
- Total assets
- $4,771,311
- -6.5% vs 2025
- Primary geography
- Oregon (100% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated October 2026.
How to apply to James & Lila Miller Charitable Trust
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The 2025 filing states that the Trust makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. It lists no specific materials or award restrictions.
- Review Cycle
- None listed on the 2025 filing.
- Deadline
- None listed on the 2025 filing.
- Contact
Application contact: April Miier
Mailing address: 1805 Nw Glisan St, Porltand, OR 97209
Phone: (503) 758-1138
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who James & Lila Miller Charitable Trust funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 8 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Portland Rescue Mission ($184K). Together the top 8 received $607K.
Grant Size Distribution
57 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 45 grants of 57 (79%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All grant dollars itemized for 2026 went to recipients in Oregon.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 8 itemized grants.
Cities
How James & Lila Miller Charitable Trust gives
- Giving grew 86% from 2023 to 2026. Method
- In 2026 it paid out 251% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $155K (2021) to $607K (2026). In 2026 it made 8 grants totaling $607K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Portland Rescue Mission Portland, OR | Organization's Charitable Purpose | $183,500 |
| Mt Olivet Baptist Church Portland, OR | Organization's Charitable Purpose | $175,000 |
| George Fox University Newberg, OR | Organization's Charitable Purpose | $120,000 |
| Kmhoorg Portland, OR | Organization's Charitable Purpose | $55,167 |
| the Contingent Portland, OR | Organization's Charitable Purpose | $37,500 |
| Rose Haven Portland, OR | Organization's Charitable Purpose | $25,000 |
| Sauvie Island Firefighters district Portland, OR | Organization's Charitable Purpose | $5,370 |
| Salvation Army Portland, OR | Organization's Charitable Purpose | $5,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $4,771,311 | $356,769 | $690,084 | $606,537 | 8 | $608,037 | $274,722 | $241,927 |
| 2025 | $5,104,626 | $413,778 | $321,286 | $243,000 | 8 | $244,500 | $336,992 | $240,949 |
| 2024 | $5,012,134 | $173,560 | $399,453 | $323,000 | 11 | $324,500 | $98,607 | $251,342 |
| 2023 | $5,238,027 | $169,976 | $406,867 | $326,300 | 15 | $327,800 | $90,909 | $264,624 |
| 2022 | $5,474,918 | $468,431 | $502,359 | $398,720 | 15 | $400,220 | $366,292 | $356,887 |
| 2021 | $5,508,846 | $122,759 | $236,043 | $155,000 | 4 | — | $43,216 | $308,144 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, James & Lila Miller Charitable Trust reported a distributable amount of $242K for 2026 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The available information does not state a mission for the Trust. Its 2026 grants went to organizations including a rescue mission, a church, a university, a community organization, a shelter, a fire district, and the Salvation Army. George Fox University describes its own mission as preparing students spiritually, academically, and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion. The Contingent describes its mission as empowering leaders and mobilizing community for the common good.
Grantmaking
In 2026, the Trust reported eight grants totaling $606,537. Awards ranged from $5,000 to $183,500, with a median of $46,334. The largest grants went to Portland Rescue Mission ($183,500), Mt Olivet Baptist Church ($175,000), George Fox University ($120,000), KMHOORG ($55,167), The Contingent ($37,500), and Rose Haven ($25,000). Each grant was listed for the recipient’s charitable purpose.
The Trust stated on its 2025 filing that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. The filing listed no specific application materials, no restrictions on awards, and no deadlines.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2026 filing lists Ted Miller, April L Miller, and Paul Miller as trustees.
James & Lila Miller Charitable Trust's 2026 filing lists 3 officers; 1 of 3 officers listed in 2026 is compensated.
Officers on the 2026 filing
April L. Miller
Trustee
Trust Administrator → Trustee, 2023
On filings since 2021
10 hrs/week
$18K (2023) → $17K (2026)
Paul Miller
Trustee
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Ted M. Miller
Trustee
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2026. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2026 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2026 filing was $17K, to April L Miller (Trustee).
Frequently asked questions about James & Lila Miller Charitable Trust
How much does James & Lila Miller Charitable Trust give each year?
James & Lila Miller Charitable Trust gave $607K across 8 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2025 it gave $243K across 8 grants.
What is James & Lila Miller Charitable Trust's typical grant size?
James & Lila Miller Charitable Trust's median grant in 2026 was $46,334, and its average grant was $75,817, across 8 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does James & Lila Miller Charitable Trust give grants?
James & Lila Miller Charitable Trust gives mostly in Oregon: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Portland, OR (7 grants).
Who are James & Lila Miller Charitable Trust's largest grantees?
James & Lila Miller Charitable Trust's largest 2026 grantees include Portland Rescue Mission ($183,500), Mt Olivet Baptist Church ($175,000) and George Fox University ($120,000), according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 79% of its itemized 2026 grant dollars.
How large is James & Lila Miller Charitable Trust?
James & Lila Miller Charitable Trust reported $4.8M in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $608K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $242K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does James & Lila Miller Charitable Trust fund?
The available information does not state a mission for the Trust. Its 2026 grants went to organizations including a rescue mission, a church, a university, a community organization, a shelter, a fire district, and the Salvation Army. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from James & Lila Miller Charitable Trust?
The 2025 filing states that the Trust makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is James & Lila Miller Charitable Trust's EIN?
James & Lila Miller Charitable Trust's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 93-6174460. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2026.
Does James & Lila Miller Charitable Trust accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS July 14, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
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