Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation
The Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Sandy, Utah. Its 2024 filing describes support for Shelter and Food Security, Jobs and Economic Self-Reliance, and Healthcare through grants and program-related investments.
Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation at a glance
In short: Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation gave $33.2M across 324 grants in 2024 (avg $102K), mostly in Utah. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $33,201,549
- +18.4% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 324
- +32300.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $102,474
- -99.6% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $25,000
- Total assets
- $773,913,330
- +13.3% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Utah (92% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 9350 S 150 E 1000, Sandy, UT 84070-2721
Phone: (801) 563-4100
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
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
Deadline not published
LHGM General Operating Grant
Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation
Amount
Up to US $10,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
LHGM Strategic Initiative Grant
Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation
Amount
More than US $50,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
Who Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Salt Lake County Foundation ($10.0M). Together the top 10 received $18.7M.
Grant Size Distribution
384 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 236 grants of 384 (61%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 92% of grant dollars went to recipients in Utah. Other recipient-state shares were DC at 3%, and Arizona, California, and North Carolina at 1% each.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 324 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation gives
- Giving grew 64% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 112% 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 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $4.6M (2020) to $33.2M (2024). In 2024 it made 324 grants totaling $33.2M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake County Foundation Salt Lake City, UT | General Financial Support | $10,035,000 |
| University of Utah Salt Lake City, UT | General Financial Support | $1,976,974 |
| Friends Of Switchpoint Inc Saint George, UT | General Financial Support | $1,000,000 |
| Neuroworx Sandy, UT | General Financial Support | $1,000,000 |
| Ogden-Weber Technical College Foundation Ogden, UT | General Financial Support | $1,000,000 |
| Ukraine House DC Foundation Inc Washington, DC | General Financial Support | $1,000,000 |
| Utah Historical Society Millcreek, UT | General Financial Support | $1,000,000 |
| Utah Summer Games Foundation Cedar City, UT | General Financial Support | $625,000 |
| Brigham Young University Provo, UT | General Financial Support | $600,000 |
| St George Musical Theater St George, UT | General Financial Support | $500,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $773,913,330 | $83,925,562 | $51,222,949 | $33,201,549 | 324 | $39,991,638 | $31,943,778 | $35,751,458 |
| 2023 | $683,251,818 | $81,934,660 | $42,470,988 | $28,040,884 | 1 | $28,040,884 | $11,442,330 | $32,639,593 |
| 2022 | $643,773,338 | $-42,478,216 | $37,898,096 | $33,161,863 | 43 | $33,165,804 | $13,029,587 | $33,191,578 |
| 2021 | $697,309,497 | $339,084,303 | $22,388,838 | $20,183,334 | 12 | $20,183,634 | $9,250,089 | $20,423,737 |
| 2020 | $380,614,032 | $307,519,447 | $5,141,976 | $4,591,666 | 4 | — | $3,174,216 | $4,689,564 |
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.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s filing identifies Shelter and Food Security, Jobs and Economic Self-Reliance, and Healthcare as sectors it supports. Its described activities include investments intended to preserve affordable housing in Utah, help justice-impacted people address barriers to housing and employment, support affordable financial services for underbanked communities, and help people from marginalized Utah communities pursue healthcare education and careers.
Grantees’ own mission descriptions illustrate the range of organizations supported. Friends of Switchpoint says it operates a homeless shelter, community food pantry, and resource center to help people seeking employment. Utah’s Promise says it works to help children and families thrive by unifying leaders, partners, communities, and systems. Davis Education Foundation says it aims to remove barriers to learning, provide educational opportunities, and connect the community through giving. Huntsman Mental Health Foundation says it supports mental health research and public education about mental health and brain health.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 324 grants totaling $33,201,549. Grant amounts ranged from $1,000 to $10,035,000, with a median of $25,000. The largest grants included $10,035,000 to Salt Lake County Foundation, $1,976,974 to the University of Utah, and $1,000,000 each to Friends of Switchpoint, Neuroworx, Ogden-Weber Technical College Foundation, Ukraine House DC Foundation, and Utah Historical Society. The filing lists each of these grants as general financial support.
Other 2024 grants included $625,000 to Utah Summer Games Foundation, $600,000 to Brigham Young University, and $500,000 each to St George Musical Theater and Utah’s Promise. The Salt Lake County Foundation says it provides a channel for tax-deductible contributions supporting Salt Lake County government programs and initiatives. Ukraine House DC Foundation describes itself as a place to learn about, support, and engage with Ukraine.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Karen Gail Miller as Trustee/Director/VP; Gregory S Miller, Stephen F Miller, Brilliant Miller, Karen R Williams, Braden Miller, and Zane Miller as directors; Stephen F Miller as Vice President; Don Stirling as President; Julie Ramos as Secretary; and Randy Wright as Treasurer.
Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation is led by Don Stirling, President on every filing since 2021; none of the 10 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Don Stirling
President
On filings since 2021
14 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Brilliant Miller
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Gregory S Miller
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Karen Gail Miller
Trustee, Director & Vice President
Trustee & Director → Trustee, Director & Vice President, 2021
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Karen R Williams
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Stephen F Miller
Director & Vice President
Director → Director & Vice President, 2021
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Zane Miller
Director
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Braden Miller
Director
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Julie Ramos
Secretary
On filings since 2021
30 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Randy Wright
Treasurer
On filings since 2021
6 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Carisa A. Miller (2020–2023) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation
How much does Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation give each year?
Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation gave $33.2M across 324 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $28.0M across 1 grant.
What is Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation's typical grant size?
Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $25,000, and its average grant was $102,474, across 324 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation give grants?
Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation gives mostly in Utah: 92% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Salt Lake City, UT (129 grants), Ogden, UT (13 grants), Sandy, UT (12 grants) and Provo, UT (10 grants).
Does Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (324 of 324) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation's largest grantees?
Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Salt Lake County Foundation ($10,035,000), University of Utah ($1,976,974) and Friends Of Switchpoint Inc ($1,000,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 39% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation?
Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation reported $773.9M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $40.0M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $35.8M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation fund?
The foundation’s filing identifies Shelter and Food Security, Jobs and Economic Self-Reliance, and Healthcare as sectors it supports. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
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.
Does Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation 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
(1)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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