The Hope and Grace Charitable Foundation
The Hope and Grace Charitable Foundation is a private foundation based in Geneva, Illinois. It supports children’s well-being and development through grants for child-specific projects, resources such as school supplies and technology, and scholarships.
The Hope and Grace Charitable Foundation at a glance
In short: The Hope and Grace Charitable Foundation gave $79K across 11 grants in 2025 (avg $7K), mostly in Illinois. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $78,862
- +8072.2% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 11
- +1000.0% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $7,169
- +642.9% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $5,500
- Total assets
- $215,829
- +117.9% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Illinois (100% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Hope and Grace Charitable Foundation
- How to Apply
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The foundation directs organizations and individuals to apply through its online portal. The application asks for information about the organization’s mission and budget and an overview of the proposed project. The foundation says it may conduct second-round interviews and that every application will receive a response. Its 2025 filing says applications are reviewed by the board based on alignment with the foundation’s mission and that applicants submit detailed proposals through its website. Grants are intended for child-specific projects; the filing states that awards are limited to children in Illinois, particularly those in poverty, foster care, or refugee situations. Scholarship funds are limited to high school seniors in Geneva, Illinois.
- Review Cycle
- Applications are open year-round and reviewed quarterly.
- Deadline
- Applications are open year-round and reviewed quarterly.
- Contact
Application contact: Curt Miller
Mailing address: 0S321 Kellar Ct, Geneva, IL 60134
Phone: (330) 461-6294
Website: https://www.hopeandgracefoundation.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Hope and Grace Charitable Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 9 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Cal's All-Star Angel Foundation Inc ($16K). Together the top 9 received $73K.
Organizations only. It also paid 2 individual scholarships ($6,000), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
12 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 12 grants of 12 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation’s 2025 filing shows that all grant dollars went to recipients in Illinois. Its website describes its service area as local Illinois communities, and its filing gives particular attention to children in Illinois and scholarship recipients in Geneva.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 11 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The Hope and Grace Charitable Foundation gives
- In 2025 it paid out well above 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 2024 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $965 (2024) to $79K (2025). In 2025 it made 11 grants totaling $79K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cal's All-Star Angel Foundation Inc St Charles, IL | General Support | $16,000 |
| Radical Love Geneva, IL | General Support | $12,500 |
| Big Hearts of Fox Valley NFP St Charles, IL | General Support | $12,000 |
| Our Children's Homestead Naperville, IL | General Support | $11,862 |
| Rising Lights Project Elburn, IL | General Support | $6,000 |
| Fox Valley Special Recreation Foundation Aurora, IL | General Support | $5,500 |
| Next Generation Playground Elgin, IL | General Support | $5,000 |
| 2 individual scholarships Recipients not named | — | $6,000 |
| CASA Kane County Geneva, IL | General Support | $2,000 |
| Lazarus House St Charles, IL | General Support | $2,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $215,829 | $200,000 | $83,206 | $78,862 | 11 | $83,206 | $3,760 |
| 2024 | $99,035 | $101,888 | $2,853 | $965 | 1 | $2,853 | $766 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Hope and Grace Charitable Foundation reported a distributable amount of $4K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s mission is to help children reach their potential in light of their individual needs and nurture them into responsible adults who contribute to their communities. Its website lists academic scholarships, school supplies, clothing, food, classroom technology, and assistive technology among the resources it provides.
Its 2025 filing says grants are intended to support child-specific projects within organizations. It also says some programs are limited to specific groups, and that scholarships are for high school seniors in Geneva, selected based on academics and extracurricular activities.
The foundation has supported organizations with a range of missions. Cal’s All-Star Angel Foundation says it grants wishes, raises awareness, and funds research to help children fighting cancer. Our Children’s Homestead says it provides safe homes and professional care for abused, neglected, and troubled children. Rising Lights Project says it connects people with varied abilities to their community. CASA Kane County says it trains volunteers who represent abused and neglected children in court. These are the organizations’ own descriptions of their missions.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation reported 11 grants totaling $78,862. Grant amounts ranged from $2,000 to $16,000, with a median of $5,500. Notable awards included $16,000 to Cal’s All-Star Angel Foundation, $12,500 to Radical Love, $12,000 to Big Hearts of Fox Valley, and $11,862 to Our Children’s Homestead. The filing listed the purposes of these grants as general support.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The foundation’s 2025 filing lists Kristi Miller as president, Kelsi Miller as vice president, Curtis Miller as treasurer, and Elle Miller as secretary.
The Hope and Grace Charitable Foundation is led by Kristi Miller, President on every filing since 2024; none of the 4 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Kristi Miller
President
On filings since 2024
7 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Curtis Miller
Treasurer
On filings since 2024
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Elle Miller
Secretary
On filings since 2024
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kelsi Miller
Vice President
On filings since 2024
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2024–2025. "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 Hope and Grace Charitable Foundation
How much does The Hope and Grace Charitable Foundation give each year?
The Hope and Grace Charitable Foundation gave $79K across 11 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $965 across 1 grant.
What is The Hope and Grace Charitable Foundation's typical grant size?
The Hope and Grace Charitable Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $5,500, and its average grant was $7,169, across 11 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Hope and Grace Charitable Foundation give grants?
The Hope and Grace Charitable Foundation gives mostly in Illinois: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were St Charles, IL (3 grants) and Geneva, IL (2 grants).
Does The Hope and Grace Charitable Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 82% of The Hope and Grace Charitable Foundation's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (9 of 11) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Hope and Grace Charitable Foundation's largest grantees?
The Hope and Grace Charitable Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include Cal's All-Star Angel Foundation Inc ($16,000), Radical Love ($12,500) and Big Hearts of Fox Valley NFP ($12,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 2 individual scholarships ($6,000), which are not listed by name. Together they received 51% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is The Hope and Grace Charitable Foundation?
The Hope and Grace Charitable Foundation reported $216K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $83K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $4K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Hope and Grace Charitable Foundation fund?
The foundation’s mission is to help children reach their potential in light of their individual needs and nurture them into responsible adults who contribute to their communities. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Hope and Grace Charitable Foundation?
The foundation directs organizations and individuals to apply through its online portal. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Hope and Grace Charitable Foundation's EIN?
The Hope and Grace Charitable Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 33-1235377. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2024–2025.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 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 2025 (received by the IRS April 27, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal year 2024
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