Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation
The Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation is a private 501(c)(3) grantmaking foundation established in 2007 in Utah. Based in Sandy, Utah, the foundation continues the philanthropic legacy of Larry and Gail Miller for future generations. As a non-operating foundation, it distributes funds to support charitable causes across multiple sectors.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$773.9M
+13.3% YoY
Annual Giving
$33.2M
+18.4% YoY
Grant Count
324
+32300.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$102K
-99.6% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $35.8M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation supports programs that enrich lives and communities across five key focus areas:
- Health and Medicine
- Shelter and Food Security
- Education and Skill Development
- Jobs and Economic Self-reliance
- Cultural and Spiritual Enrichment
The foundation has a particular commitment to supporting grassroots nonprofits in rural communities across Utah.
Grantmaking
The foundation offers multiple grant programs:
Review Cycle
with quick turnaround
How to Apply
Applicants can submit through the foundation's grants portal at https://www.grantinterface.com/Process/Apply?urlkey=lhm
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily funds in Utah statewide, with additional focus in Idaho. Recent activity shows particular emphasis on Salt Lake City's West Side and rural communities across Utah.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total Assets: $773.9 million
- Annual Revenue: $83.9 million
- Annual Expenses: $51.2 million
- Total Liabilities: $0
As of 2023:
- Total Assets: $681–$683.3 million
- Annual Giving: $28.0–$28.04 million
The foundation funds its grantmaking through dividends and interest income from securities, capital gains/losses, and other revenue.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $773,913,330 | $683,251,818 | $643,773,338 |
| Revenue | $83,925,562 | $81,934,660 | $-42,478,216 |
| Expenses | $51,222,949 | $42,470,988 | $37,898,096 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $39,991,638 | $28,040,884 | $33,165,804 |
| Net Investment Income | $31,943,778 | $11,442,330 | $13,029,587 |
| Distributable Amount | $35,751,458 | $32,639,593 | $33,191,578 |
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
110 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
4 open opportunities from Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation
LHGM Community Support Grant
Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation
Amount
Up to US $50,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
LHGM General Operating Grant
Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation
Amount
Up to US $10,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
LHGM Strategic Initiative Grant
Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation
Amount
More than US $50,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Brigham Young University ($600,000), Boys & Girls Clubs of Utah County ($250,000), Christian Center Of Park City ($250,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| A Child's Hope Foundation Orem, UT | General Financial Support | $25,000 |
| Active Re-Entry Price, UT | General Financial Support | $50,000 |
| All Hands and Hearts Mattapoisett, MA | General Financial Support | $5,000 |
| Allen and Alice Stokes Nature Logan, UT | General Financial Support | $5,000 |
| Alliance House Salt Lake City, UT | General Financial Support | $5,000 |
| Alpine School District Foundation American Fork, UT | General Financial Support | $26,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association Utah Chapter Midvale, UT | General Financial Support | $100,000 |
| American Farmland Trust Washington, DC | General Financial Support | $100,000 |
| American Heart Association Salt Lake City, UT | General Financial Support | $4,000 |
| American Indian Services Salt Lake City, UT | General Financial Support | $25,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Board and Staff:
- Karen Gail Miller – Trustee/Director/VP
- Gregory S Miller – Director
- Stephen F Miller – Director/Vice President
- Brilliant Miller – Director
- Karen R Williams – Director
- Carisa A Miller – Director
- Zane Miller – Director
- Don Stirling – President
- Julie Ramos – Secretary
- Randy Wright – Treasurer
- Mark Tyler – Principal Officer
Contact:
- Sarah Lindsey – Contact Person
- Karol Elkington – Employee Nominations
- Phone: 801-498-0237 or 801-563-4100
- Email: [email protected]
- Address: 9350 S 150 E Ste 1000, Sandy, UT 84070-2721
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
No officer/director data available.
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
In May 2025, the foundation disbursed more than $500,000 to 38 nonprofits supporting Salt Lake City's West Side community. The foundation has been actively engaged in neighborhood redevelopment initiatives and supporting residents in rebuilding efforts on the West Side.
Larry H. & Gail Miller Family Foundation disburses more than $500,000 to\Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation fund?
The foundation supports programs that enrich lives and communities across five key focus areas: • Health and Medicine • Shelter and Food Security • Education and Skill Development • Jobs and Economic Self-reliance • Cultural and Spiritual Enrichment The foundation has a particular commitment to supporting grassroots nonprofits in rural communities across Utah.
How do I apply for a grant from Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation?
The foundation offers multiple grant programs: **General Operating (GO) Grants** • Award range: $2,500–$10,000 (typically $2,500–$7,500) • Unrestricted funding for general operations • Designed for organizations that may be new or relatively small • Rolling deadline with quick turnaround • Intended to reduce barriers for grassroots nonprofits **Strategic Initiative Grants** • Award range: More than $50,000 • Funding for large-scale projects requiring significant investment • Requires mandatory …
Where does Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation make grants?
The foundation primarily funds in Utah statewide, with additional focus in Idaho. Recent activity shows particular emphasis on Salt Lake City's West Side and rural communities across Utah.
What size grants does Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation award?
In 2024, Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation awarded 324 grants totaling $33.2M — an average of about $102K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $35.8M on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation's EIN?
Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 51-0641922. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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