The John M McMillin Foundation Inc
The John M McMillin Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Uniondale, New York. It makes grants to charitable organizations, with 2024 filing records describing its grants as general support.
The John M McMillin Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: The John M McMillin Foundation Inc gave $104K across 26 grants in 2024 (avg $4K), mostly in Pennsylvania. 38% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $103,578
- +160.8% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 26
- +8.3% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $3,984
- +140.8% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $1,000
- Total assets
- $598,957
- -3.2% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 38% first-time grantees (10 of 26, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Pennsylvania (59% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The John M McMillin Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests and states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. No form is prescribed; an application should include all relevant information, including the amount sought and purpose. The filing lists John M McMillin III as the application contact. It states there are no restrictions on awards.
- Contact
Application contact: John M Mcmillin Iii Co Coopersmith
Mailing address: 50 Charles Lindbergh Blvd Suite 605, Uniondale, NY 11553
Phone: (516) 483-5800
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The John M McMillin Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Bucknell University ($61K). Together the top 10 received $92K.
Grant Size Distribution
108 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 107 grants of 108 (99%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 59% of grant dollars went to recipients in Pennsylvania, 36% to New York, and 5% to Massachusetts.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 26 itemized grants.
Cities
Is The John M McMillin Foundation Inc open to new grantees?
38%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 10 of 26 grantees (38%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $947; repeat grants $6K. How we count
Medians: $500 first-time, $2K repeat.
- 62% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 146% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 220% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $28K (2020) to $104K (2024). In 2024 it made 26 grants totaling $104K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bucknell University Lewisburg, PA | General Support | $61,300 |
| Babson College Babson Park, MA | General Support | $5,000 |
| St Johns of Lattingtown Locust Valley, NY | General Support | $5,000 |
| The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society New York, NY | Genreal Support | $5,000 |
| St Agnes Church School Lake Placid, NY | General Support | $3,700 |
| Adirondack Health Foundation Saranac Lake, NY | General Support | $3,113 |
| Grenville Baker Boys & Girls Club Locust Valley, NY | General Support | $2,550 |
| Manhattanville College Purchase, NY | General Support | $2,500 |
| Lake Placid Institute Lake Placid, NY | General Support | $2,000 |
| Spence-Chapin Services to Families and Children New York, NY | General Support | $1,850 |
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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 | $598,957 | $93,905 | $113,856 | $103,578 | 26 | $103,703 | $67,682 | $47,134 |
| 2023 | $618,908 | $196,391 | $48,155 | $39,709 | 24 | $39,809 | $117,535 | $42,946 |
| 2022 | $541,182 | $51,002 | $49,724 | $39,192 | 23 | $39,392 | $31,168 | $43,976 |
| 2021 | $539,904 | $105,375 | $51,783 | $42,030 | 18 | $42,130 | $45,177 | $42,694 |
| 2020 | $486,312 | $33,287 | $35,416 | $28,075 | 17 | — | $25,946 | $35,266 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The John M McMillin Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $47K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its grants support organizations with varied missions. For example, Babson College says it educates entrepreneurial leaders, while Essex Food Hub says it provides nutritious food to low-to-moderate-income families by processing and delivering food grown by local farmers. Adirondack Land Trust describes its mission as conserving forests, farmland, waters, and wild places; Mercy Care for the Adirondacks says it extends mercy to elders to enhance the fullness of their lives.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 26 grants totaling $103,578. Grants ranged from $200 to $61,300, with a median of $1,000. Its largest grant was $61,300 to Bucknell University for general support. Other notable grants included $5,000 each to Babson College, St Johns of Lattingtown, and The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists John M McMillin III as president, Ellen McMillin as treasurer, and Terence L Kelleher and Claire Colletti as vice presidents.
The John M McMillin Foundation Inc is led by John M. McMillin III, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 4 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
John M. McMillin III
President
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Ellen McMillin
Treasurer
Secretary → Treasurer, 2022
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Terence L. Kelleher
Vice President
Treasurer → Vice President, 2022
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Claire Colletti
Vice President
Treasurer → Vice President, 2022
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
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 The John M McMillin Foundation Inc
How much does The John M McMillin Foundation Inc give each year?
The John M McMillin Foundation Inc gave $104K across 26 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $40K across 24 grants.
What is The John M McMillin Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
The John M McMillin Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $1,000, and its average grant was $3,984, across 26 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The John M McMillin Foundation Inc that year got $947 on average.
Where does The John M McMillin Foundation Inc give grants?
The John M McMillin Foundation Inc gives mostly in Pennsylvania: 59% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was New York (36%). The most frequent recipient cities were Lake Placid, NY (6 grants), New York, NY (3 grants), Locust Valley, NY (3 grants) and Saranac Lake, NY (3 grants).
Does The John M McMillin Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 96% of The John M McMillin Foundation Inc's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (25 of 26) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The John M McMillin Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
The John M McMillin Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Bucknell University ($61,300), Babson College ($5,000) and St Johns of Lattingtown ($5,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 69% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The John M McMillin Foundation Inc?
The John M McMillin Foundation Inc reported $599K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $104K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $47K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The John M McMillin Foundation Inc fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its grants support organizations with varied missions. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The John M McMillin Foundation Inc?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests and states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The John M McMillin Foundation Inc's EIN?
The John M McMillin Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 13-6090795. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The John M McMillin Foundation Inc 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 September 2026.
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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