The Steve Mihaylo and Lois Mihaylo
The Steve Mihaylo and Lois Mihaylo is a private foundation based in Tempe, Arizona. It supports projects and organizations that create opportunities for young people to learn, grow, and achieve, with grantmaking focused on education and related areas.
The Steve Mihaylo and Lois Mihaylo at a glance
In short: The Steve Mihaylo and Lois Mihaylo gave $416K across 85 grants in 2025 (avg $5K), mostly in Arizona. 59% of 2025 grantees were new. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $416,220
- +14.5% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 85
- -14.1% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $4,897
- +33.3% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $2,000
- Total assets
- $7,845,681
- -4.4% vs 2024
- New grantees (estimate)
- 59% first-time grantees (49 of 83, 2025)
- Primary geography
- Arizona (69% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The Steve Mihaylo and Lois Mihaylo
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Its website says 501(c)(3), tax-exempt organizations may request a grant by contacting the foundation.
- Contact
Mailing address: 1225 W Washington St, Tempe, AZ 85288
Phone: (602) 357-5949
Website: https://mihaylofoundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Steve Mihaylo and Lois Mihaylo funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Arizona Christian University ($100K). Together the top 10 received $227K.
Organizations only. It also paid 3 grants to individuals ($21,000), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
458 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 457 grants of 458 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation’s website reports support across more than 20 states. In 2025, 69% of grant dollars went to Arizona recipients, followed by California at 9%, Missouri at 4%, and Hawaii and Idaho at 2% each.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 85 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is The Steve Mihaylo and Lois Mihaylo open to new grantees?
59%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 49 of 83 grantees (59%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $2K; repeat grants $9K. How we count
Medians: $1K first-time, $5K repeat.
- 35% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2022 to 2025 (−3%). Method
- In 2025 it paid out 102% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2019–2025). 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 2019 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $281K (2020) to $430K (2022). In 2025 it made 85 grants totaling $416K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona Christian University Phoenix, AZ | Provide Biblically-Integrated Liberal Arts Education | $100,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Arizona Inc Tempe, AZ | To inspire and prepare young people to succeed in a global economy. | $25,000 |
| Tempe Community Action Agency Tempe, AZ | Education, stability, and advocacy to working poor families, children, seniors, and the homeless. | $20,500 |
| Fresh Start Womens Foundation Phoenix, AZ | Providing access & resources that help women achieve self-sufficiency & use their strength to thrive in phoenix az | $20,000 |
| Valley Guardians Inc Scottsdale, AZ | Unites leaders and the community to open doors for Arizona kids. Through scholarships, mentorship, medical care, and financial support,to make an impact in our community. | $11,545 |
| Brophy College Preparatory Phoenix, AZ | Jesuit, Catholic College Preparatory Educational Support | $10,000 |
| Cowtown Skate Tempe, AZ | Support for skateboard angel to offer children in underserved communities the opportunity to learn to skate. | $10,000 |
| Honorhealth Foundation Scottsdale, AZ | Delivering exceptional clinical care, addressing social determinants of health, and ground breaking research. | $10,000 |
| 2 individual scholarships Recipients not named | — | $20,000 |
| St Vincent De Paul Society Phoenix, AZ | Help feed, clothe, house and heal neighbors in need. | $10,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,845,681 | $369,998 | $731,384 | $416,220 | 85 | $546,070 | $189,614 | $535,534 |
| 2024 | $8,207,067 | $518,297 | $638,880 | $363,650 | 99 | $473,913 | $354,709 | $494,269 |
| 2023 | $8,327,650 | $236,806 | $605,404 | $362,250 | 94 | $466,105 | $99,196 | $418,220 |
| 2022 | $8,782,595 | $-328,420 | $667,253 | $430,100 | 99 | $526,227 | $121,506 | $452,754 |
| 2021 | $9,691,921 | $1,864,149 | $504,921 | $339,000 | 81 | $411,464 | $1,772,012 | $495,570 |
| 2020 | $8,340,613 | $363,038 | $401,154 | $281,000 | 69 | — | $310,752 | $405,844 |
| 2019 | $8,466,672 | $2,006,540 | $399,556 | $287,000 | 57 | — | $1,743,979 | $321,395 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Steve Mihaylo and Lois Mihaylo reported a distributable amount of $536K 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 describes its purpose as supporting the long-term learning and success of youth. Its six stated focus areas are education, entrepreneurship, leadership, literacy, technology, and workforce readiness.
Its 2025 grants illustrate support for education, scholarships, youth development, community services, and health-related work. For example, Arizona Christian University received a grant for a biblically integrated liberal arts education, while Junior Achievement of Arizona received support for preparing young people for work and life. Tempe Community Action Agency describes its mission as eliminating poverty and advancing equitable communities through services addressing housing stability, food security, health, and economic mobility. Fresh Start Women’s Foundation says it provides resources to help women achieve self-sufficiency. Cowtown S.K.A.T.E. describes its work as expanding access to skateboarding’s physical, mental, and social health benefits for youth in underserved communities.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, the foundation reported 85 grants totaling $416,220. Grant amounts ranged from $250 to $100,000, with a median grant of $2,000.
Among its largest 2025 grants were $100,000 to Arizona Christian University, $25,000 to Junior Achievement of Arizona, $20,500 to Tempe Community Action Agency, $20,000 to Fresh Start Women’s Foundation, and $11,545 to Valley Guardians. Other grants of $10,000 went to Brophy College Preparatory, Cowtown Skate, HonorHealth Foundation, McKinley High School Foundation, an individual recipient Bear High School Education Foundation, St. Vincent de Paul Society, and St. Vincent de Paul SW Idaho District Council.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Sarah N. Mihaylo, Steven G. Mihaylo, Doug Gaylor, and Jeffrey Korn as co-trustees. Board members listed are Matthew Mihaylo, Elijah Mihaylo, Ron Vincent, Michael Gray, and Michael Rossi.
The Steve Mihaylo and Lois Mihaylo's 2025 filing lists 9 officers; all 9 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Doug Gaylor
Co-Trustee
On filings since 2019
4 hrs/week
$11K (2019) → $38K (2025)
Sarah N. Mihaylo
Co-Trustee
On filings since 2019
4 hrs/week
$15K (2019) → $38K (2025)
Steven G. Mihaylo
Co-Trustee
On filings since 2019
0.3 hrs/week
$11K (2019) → $28K (2025)
Jeffrey Korn
Co-Trustee
On filings since 2021
4 hrs/week
$20K (2021) → $37K (2025)
Michael Rossi
Board Member
Co-Trustee → Board Member, 2024
On filings since 2019
0.3 hrs/week
$11K (2019) → $6K (2025)
Matthew Mihaylo
Board Member
Co-Trustee → Board Member, 2024
On filings since 2022
0.3 hrs/week
$15K (2022) → $24K (2025)
Elijah Mihaylo
Board Member
Co-Trustee → Board Member, 2024
On filings since 2023
0.3 hrs/week
$10K (2023) → $24K (2025)
Michael Gray
Board Member
New on the 2025 filing
0.3 hrs/week
$18K (2025)
Ron Vincent
Board Member
New on the 2025 filing
4 hrs/week
$30K (2025)
Former officers (2)
- Former: Tam Nguyen (2019–2023) — Co-Trustee
- Former: Jeffery Korn (2019–2020) — Co-Trustee
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $38K, to Sarah N Mihaylo (Co-Trustee). 9 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The Steve Mihaylo and Lois Mihaylo
How much does The Steve Mihaylo and Lois Mihaylo give each year?
The Steve Mihaylo and Lois Mihaylo gave $416K across 85 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $364K across 99 grants.
What is The Steve Mihaylo and Lois Mihaylo's typical grant size?
The Steve Mihaylo and Lois Mihaylo's median grant in 2025 was $2,000, and its average grant was $4,897, across 85 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Steve Mihaylo and Lois Mihaylo that year got $2K on average.
Where does The Steve Mihaylo and Lois Mihaylo give grants?
The Steve Mihaylo and Lois Mihaylo gives mostly in Arizona: 69% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was California (9%). The most frequent recipient cities were Phoenix, AZ (18 grants), Scottsdale, AZ (5 grants), Tempe, AZ (4 grants) and Pasadena, CA (2 grants).
Does The Steve Mihaylo and Lois Mihaylo give general operating support?
Occasionally: 1% of The Steve Mihaylo and Lois Mihaylo's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (1 of 85) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Steve Mihaylo and Lois Mihaylo's largest grantees?
The Steve Mihaylo and Lois Mihaylo's largest 2025 grantees include Arizona Christian University ($100,000), Junior Achievement of Arizona Inc ($25,000) and Tempe Community Action Agency ($20,500), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 3 grants to individuals ($21,000), which are not listed by name. Together they received 35% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is The Steve Mihaylo and Lois Mihaylo?
The Steve Mihaylo and Lois Mihaylo reported $7.8M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $546K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $536K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Steve Mihaylo and Lois Mihaylo fund?
The foundation describes its purpose as supporting the long-term learning and success of youth. Its six stated focus areas are education, entrepreneurship, leadership, literacy, technology, and workforce readiness. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Steve Mihaylo and Lois Mihaylo?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds 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 Steve Mihaylo and Lois Mihaylo's EIN?
The Steve Mihaylo and Lois Mihaylo's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 88-0457469. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2025.
Does The Steve Mihaylo and Lois Mihaylo 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.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS June 22, 2020)
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS July 20, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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