Regions Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Regions Foundation is a private foundation in Birmingham, Alabama. In tax year 2024 it gave $5.3 million in 67 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $250,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$5.3 million
- Number of grants67
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$131 million
- New grantees84%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3.0 million the year before.
84% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3.0 million | 45 | $125 million |
| 2024 | $5.3 million | 67 | $131 million |
How to apply
Regions Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Regions Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 16 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 20 | $2.0 million |
| Louisiana | 7 | $710,000 |
| Tennessee | 8 | $340,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $340,000 |
| Florida | 6 | $255,000 |
| New York | 1 | $200,000 |
| Texas | 5 | $190,000 |
| Missouri | 4 | $180,000 |
| Georgia | 4 | $155,000 |
| Iowa | 2 | $120,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Red Cross | Econ & community dev | $250,000 |
| Gulf Coast Housing Partnership | Econ & community dev | $250,000 |
| Hica | Econ & community dev | $250,000 |
| University of South Alabama | Education & wr | $250,000 |
| Propeller | Econ & community dev | $200,000 |
| Trufund | Econ & community dev | $200,000 |
| Woodlawn United | Econ & community dev | $200,000 |
| Huntsville Hospital Foundation | Education & wr | $150,000 |
| Strive Birmingham | Education & wr | $150,000 |
| The Kelsey | Econ & community dev | $150,000 |
| Teach for America - Alabama | Education & wr | $130,000 |
| A Plus Education Partnership | Education & wr | $100,000 |
| Academy Prep | Education & wr | $100,000 |
| Adib | Education & wr | $100,000 |
| Birmingham Re-Entry Allianceappleseed | Education & wr | $100,000 |
| Idea Village | Econ & community dev | $100,000 |
| Innovation Portal | Econ & community dev | $100,000 |
| Jag Iowa | Education & wr | $100,000 |
| Jag Missouri | Education & wr | $100,000 |
| Rebuilding Together Nashville | Econ @ community dev | $100,000 |
| Modern Classrooms | Education & wr | $90,000 |
| Dream Alive Inc | Education & wr | $80,000 |
| Delta Compass | Education & wr | $70,000 |
| Better Basics | Education & wr | $50,000 |
| Birmingham Business Resource Center | Econ & community dev | $50,000 |
| Brightlane Learning | Education & wr | $50,000 |
| Centro Hispano | Econ & community dev | $50,000 |
| Christian Women's Job Corps of Tyler | Education & wr | $50,000 |
| City of Refuge | Education & wr | $50,000 |
| Conexion Americas | Econ & community dev | $50,000 |
| Indiana Blind Children's Foundation | Education & wr | $50,000 |
| Jag Tennessee | Education & wr | $50,000 |
| Jumpstart Automotive Training Center | Education & wr | $50,000 |
| New Opportunities and Vision Achievement (Nova) | Education & wr | $50,000 |
| Paths for Success Foundation | Education & wr | $50,000 |
| Penny Foundation | Econ & community dev | $50,000 |
| Urban Impact | Econ & community dev | $50,000 |
| Ut Chattanooga - Veterans Entreprenuership Program | Econ & community dev | $50,000 |
| Wesley Community Center | Education & wr | $50,000 |
| YMCA of Baton Rouge | Education & wr | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sharon Kachelhofer
- Chelsea Stovall
- Marta Self
- Dwight Julbert
- Andrew Nix
- Dana Nolan
- Tony Stiffler
- Leroy Abrahams
- Amanda Saint
- Grace Jackson
- Tom Speir
- Jason Epstein
- Keith File
- Regan Liggins
- Jessica Everest
Questions people ask
Does Regions Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Regions Foundation give?
$5.3 million in tax year 2024, across 67 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Regions Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sharon Kachelhofer (Assistant Secretary), Chelsea Stovall (Assistant Treasurer), Marta Self (Executive Director;vp) and Dwight Julbert (Member) among 15 officers and trustees.
What does Regions Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and housing and homelessness.