The Irving and Phyllis Millstein
The Irving and Phyllis Millstein Foundation for Animal Welfare is a private foundation based in Buffalo Grove, Illinois, established in 2017. Operating as a 501(c)(3) organization, the Foundation serves animal and human needs through grants provided to qualified non-profit organizations. The Foundation describes itself as practicing "An Animal-Centered Philanthropy®," with a focus on protecting vulnerable and at-risk animals while fostering the human-animal bond.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$29.3M
+3.9% YoY
Annual Giving
$1.5M
+2.5% YoY
Grant Count
33
+37.5% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$45K
-25.4% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The Foundation's mission is to protect, care for, and support vulnerable, at-risk animals, and to address animal-related human conditions, connections, and bonds. Irving and Phyllis valued the human and animal relationship, and the Foundation provides grants and programs that foster and preserve these relationships.
The Foundation supports the following grant categories:
- Outreach — Extending and promoting human/animal companionship through grants and sponsorships addressing animal-centered social needs
- Millstein Veterinary Project® — Grants funding efforts to overcome barriers to proper animal care by pet owners and animal caregivers, including sponsorships for vaccination, wellness care, and spay/neuter clinics
- Animal Relocation
- Animal Care
- Shelter and Capital Support
- Veterinary Aid
- Education and Training
The Foundation focuses specifically on dog, cat, and horse populations.
Grantmaking
The Foundation maintains a consultative and problem-solving approach to grantmaking. Grants are provided to 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Foundation funds organizations primarily in Illinois, Vermont, and New York. Recent grantees include organizations in Illinois and New York.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of Fiscal Year 2024:
- Total Assets: $29,347,984
- Total Revenue: $1,803,879
- Total Expenses: $2,242,236
- Total Giving: $1,487,100
- Total Liabilities: $749,000 (as of 2023)
As of Fiscal Year 2023:
- Total Assets: $28,200,000
- Total Revenue: $1,360,000
- Total Expenses: $2,540,000
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $29,347,984 | $28,233,189 | $27,104,435 |
| Revenue | $1,803,879 | $1,355,002 | $1,255,176 |
| Expenses | $2,242,236 | $2,535,805 | $2,981,260 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $1,922,811 | $1,905,551 | $1,992,602 |
| Net Investment Income | $1,543,379 | $1,129,678 | $1,007,340 |
| Distributable Amount | $1,426,906 | $1,347,511 | $1,445,254 |
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
120 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Officers:
- Michael D. Randell — President, Programs and Grants (37.5 hours/week, $162,000 annual compensation)
- Richard E. Randell — Vice President and Treasurer, Investments (37.5 hours/week, $133,000 annual compensation)
- Philip H. Randell — Vice President, Public Affairs and Development (37.5 hours/week, $132,000 annual compensation)
- Jorie L. Gronek — Corporate Secretary (1 hour/week, $7,000 annual compensation)
Board of Directors:
- Richard Nadelman — Director (1 hour/week, $7,800 annual compensation)
- Roberta Spring — Director (1 hour/week, $7,800 annual compensation)
The Foundation employs three full-time staff members.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| MICHAEL D RANDELL | PRESIDENT | 37.5 | $162,326 |
| RICHARD E RANDELL | VICE PRESIDENT/TREASURER | 37.5 | $132,822 |
| PHILIP H RANDELL | VICE PRESIDENT | 37.5 | $132,186 |
| JORIE L GRONEK | CORPORATE SECRETARY | 1 | $7,000 |
| RICHARD NADELMAN | DIRECTOR | 1 | $7,800 |
| ROBERTA SPRING | DIRECTOR | 1 | $7,800 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The Foundation has provided ongoing support to animal welfare organizations across its geographic focus areas. Recent funding announcements indicate continued commitment to veterinary care and shelter support initiatives. The Foundation has renewed and expanded funding relationships with organizations including PAWS (Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society) and PAWS NY, demonstrating sustained engagement with established grantees.
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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