The Elinor and T.W. Miller, Jr. Foundation is a family foundation based in Orlando, Florida. The foundation was established in 2004 following the passing of Bill Miller, and operates to honor the philanthropic vision and legacy of Elinor and T.W. Miller, Jr. The foundation is dedicated to enhancing the communities where the Millers lived and worked.
Key facts about The Elinor and TW Miller Jr
- EIN
- 59-3508428
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024
- Annual giving (2024)
- $934,000
- Grants made (2024)
- 12
- Average grant
- $77,833
- Median grant
- $100,000
- New grantees (estimate)
- 33% first-time grantees (4 of 12, 2024)
- Total assets
- $14,841,198
- Primary geography
- Florida (99% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to apply
- Organizations that have received a letter of interest from the Miller Foundation with instructions may proceed to submit applications through the Common Grant Application platform. Full details ↓
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; 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 The Elinor and TW Miller Jr funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for The Elinor and TW Miller Jr's 12 itemized 2024 grants were Florida (99%). The most frequent recipient cities were Orlando, FL (8 grants) and Winter Park, FL (3 grants). None of its 12 grants with a stated purpose were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Charitable" (12 grants).
Is The Elinor and TW Miller Jr open to new grantees?
33%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 4 of 12 grantees (33%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $59K; repeat grants $87K. How we count
Medians: $63K first-time, $100K repeat.
- 25% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 26% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 97% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
Estimate from itemized IRS Form 990-PF grant lists (2020–2024). 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 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$14.8M
+0.9% YoY
Annual Giving
$934K
+2.9% YoY
Grant Count
12
+9.1% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$78K
-5.6% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Elinor and TW Miller Jr reported a distributable amount of $1.1M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's mission is to ensure that the Millers' resources continue to enhance Winter Park, Florida; Ashland, Ohio; and the surrounding areas. The foundation is dedicated to the causes Bill and Elinor loved most:
- Education (including higher and undergraduate education)
- Health care
- Athleticism
- Spiritual health
- Community engagement
- Philanthropy and foundations
Grantmaking
Grant Range
$370
Average Grant
$370
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation funds projects across multiple U.S. states and cities, including:
- Florida: Apopka, Maitland, Orlando, Winter Park
- Ohio: Ashland
- California: Rancho Palos Verdes
- Nebraska: Boys Town
- Oregon: Enterprise
Primary focus areas are Winter Park, Florida and Ashland, Ohio.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 12 itemized 2024 grant dollars.
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
- Total Assets: $14,705,308
- Annual Expenses: $1,087,837
- Annual Revenue: $589,209
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $14,841,198 | $14,705,308 | $15,203,936 |
| Revenue | $1,254,604 | $589,209 | $577,761 |
| Expenses | $1,118,714 | $1,087,837 | $1,178,697 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $1,025,487 | $991,502 | $1,050,374 |
| Net Investment Income | $1,161,377 | $493,077 | $481,865 |
| Distributable Amount | $1,052,172 | $957,005 | $972,918 |
Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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
65 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from The Elinor and TW Miller Jr
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest recipients include Rollins College ($250,000), Adventhealth Foundation ($100,000), Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida ($100,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ROLLINS COLLEGE Winter Park, FL | CHARITABLE | $250,000 |
| ADVENTHEALTH FOUNDATION Orlando, FL | CHARITABLE | $100,000 |
| COALITION FOR THE HOMELESS OF CENTRAL FLORIDA Orlando, FL | CHARITABLE | $100,000 |
| COMMISSION 127 Orlando, FL | CHARITABLE | $100,000 |
| GRACE MEDICAL HOME Orlando, FL | CHARITABLE | $100,000 |
| MARY LEE DEPUGH NURSING HOME ASSOCIATION Winter Park, FL | CHARITABLE | $100,000 |
| SAMARITAN VILLAGE INC Orlando, FL | CHARITABLE | $100,000 |
| SECOND HARVEST FOOD BANK OF CENTRAL FLORIDA Orlando, FL | CHARITABLE | $38,000 |
| UNITED ABOLITION INC Orlando, FL | CHARITABLE | $25,000 |
| HOSPICE OF NORTH CENTRAL OHIO Ashland, OH | CHARITABLE | $10,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The foundation is managed by four trustees:
- Harold Ward, Esq.
- Donald Brown
- Marilyn Becker
- Graham White, Esq.
Each trustee works 5 hours and receives compensation of $12,000.
Contact: Donald Brown, donbrown@familyofficeinfo.com, 407-420-9005
The Elinor and TW Miller Jr's 2024 filing lists 4 officers; all 4 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Donald Brown
Trustee
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
$12K (2020) → $12K (2024)
Graham White Esq.
Trustee
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
$12K (2020) → $12K (2024)
Harold Ward Esq.
Trustee
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
$12K (2020) → $12K (2024)
Marilyn Becker
Trustee
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
$12K (2020) → $12K (2024)
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.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation has announced significant grant initiatives, including Spark Awards for artists. The foundation has granted $1.6 million to local nonprofits and announced $500,000 in Spark Awards, with a second round of $1.5 million in artists' Spark Awards.
Elinor and T.W. Miller, Jr. Foundation: Impacting Generation of ChildrenSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Elinor and TW Miller Jr fund?
The foundation's mission is to ensure that the Millers' resources continue to enhance Winter Park, Florida; Ashland, Ohio; and the surrounding areas. The foundation is dedicated to the causes Bill and Elinor loved most: • Education (including higher and undergraduate education) • Health care • Athleticism • Spiritual health • Community engagement • Philanthropy and foundations
How do I apply for a grant from The Elinor and TW Miller Jr?
Organizations that have received a letter of interest from the Miller Foundation with instructions may proceed to submit applications through the Common Grant Application platform. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
Where does The Elinor and TW Miller Jr make grants?
The foundation funds projects across multiple U.S. states and cities, including: • **Florida:** Apopka, Maitland, Orlando, Winter Park • **Ohio:** Ashland • **California:** Rancho Palos Verdes • **Nebraska:** Boys Town • **Oregon:** Enterprise Primary focus areas are Winter Park, Florida and Ashland, Ohio.
What size grants does The Elinor and TW Miller Jr award?
In 2024, The Elinor and TW Miller Jr awarded 12 grants totaling $934K — an average of about $78K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is The Elinor and TW Miller Jr required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, The Elinor and TW Miller Jr reported a distributable amount of $1.1M on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is The Elinor and TW Miller Jr's EIN?
The Elinor and TW Miller Jr's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 59-3508428. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The Elinor and TW Miller Jr accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
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Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.