The Gates Mills Improvement Society
The Gates Mills Improvement Society was formed in 1905 to promote the health, safety, and happiness of the residents of the Village of Gates Mills, Ohio. It supports the residents and employees of the Village by conducting, sponsoring and encouraging activities of a civic nature.
The Gates Mills Improvement Society at a glance
In short: The Gates Mills Improvement Society gave $6K across 1 grant in 2024 (avg $6K), mostly in Ohio. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $6,000
- Grants made (2024)
- 1
- Average grant
- $6,000
- Median grant
- $6,000
- Total assets
- $364,677
- +48.7% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Ohio (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who The Gates Mills Improvement Society funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Encore Chamber Music Institute ($6K).
Grant Size Distribution
1 grant across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 1 grant of 1 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2024 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2024 it made 1 grant totaling $6K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Encore Chamber Music Institute Gates Mills, OH | — | $6,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $364,677 | $205,112 | $108,477 | $6,000 | 1 | $11,073 |
| 2023 | $245,307 | $102,823 | $93,285 | — | — | — |
| 2022 | $206,766 | $96,621 | $97,432 | — | — | — |
| 2021 | $250,231 | $108,478 | $76,291 | — | — | — |
| 2020 | $198,477 | $95,385 | $71,800 | — | — | — |
| 2019 | $159,660 | $138,848 | $63,792 | — | — | — |
About The Gates Mills Improvement Society
Based on IRS filings
The Gates Mills Improvement Society is a public charity focused on Community Improvement & Capacity Building, based in Gates Mills, OH. IRS filing data is available from 2019 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $365K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 1 grant totaling $6K. Net investment income was $11K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The Gates Mills Improvement Society is led by James Stafford, President since 2023 (on filings since 2021); none of the 4 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
James Stafford
President
Vice President → President, 2023
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Charles Marston
Treasurer
On filings since 2019
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Gail Palmer
Secretary
On filings since 2019
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Shawn Riley
Vice President
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: Steven Siemborski (2019–2022) — President
- Former: Chip Auwerter (2019–2020) — President
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2024. "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 The Gates Mills Improvement Society
How much does The Gates Mills Improvement Society give each year?
The Gates Mills Improvement Society gave $6K across 1 grant in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990.
How large is The Gates Mills Improvement Society?
The Gates Mills Improvement Society reported $365K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $205K.
What is The Gates Mills Improvement Society?
The Gates Mills Improvement Society is a public charity focused on Community Improvement & Capacity Building, based in Gates Mills, OH. It holds $365K in total assets as of 2024.
Where does The Gates Mills Improvement Society operate?
The Gates Mills Improvement Society has awarded grants in Ohio.
What is The Gates Mills Improvement Society's EIN?
The Gates Mills Improvement Society's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 34-6529457. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-EZ for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS August 25, 2020)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 17, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2019–2024
Live grants for the work The Gates Mills Improvement Society funds
Community Improvement & Capacity Building Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Leveling-Up Award $1,000 · Due October 25, 2026
- Arnold F. Keller, Jr. Grant for New Initiatives/Program Expansion $25,000 · Due October 27, 2026
- Wausau Marathon County Impact Grants (Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin) $1,000 to $100,000 depending on the scope of the project · Due October 27, 2026
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