Verla Regnery Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Verla Regnery Foundation is a private foundation in Mill Valley, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $46,153 in 33 grants; the typical grant was $552 and the largest $15,000. 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$46,153
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$552
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$747,522
- New grantees82%
Giving in 2024 was up from $33,748 the year before.
82% 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 | $33,748 | 28 | $735,036 |
| 2024 | $46,153 | 33 | $747,522 |
How to apply
Verla Regnery 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.
What Verla Regnery Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 25 | $40,077 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,500 |
| New York | 1 | $1,030 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $750 |
| Michigan | 1 | $500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $196 |
| Arizona | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Turtle Island | Environmental | $15,000 |
| Marin Agricultural Land Trust | Land Preservation | $10,000 |
| San Geronimo Community Center | Education Support | $1,763 |
| United States Equestrian Foundation | Olympic Team Equestrian | $1,500 |
| By The Bay Health | Conservation | $1,400 |
| Individual | Medical | $1,030 |
| Marin Horse Council | Equestrian Support | $1,000 |
| Nicasio Valley Fire Dept Ladies Aux | Fire dept support | $1,000 |
| San Anselmo Co-op Nursery School | Education | $1,000 |
| Archie Wlliams HIgh School | Education | $1,000 |
| River Otter Ecology Project | Conservation | $1,000 |
| Individual | Cultural | $1,000 |
| Individual | Education | $1,000 |
| American Indian College Fund | Education | $1,000 |
| World Wildlife Foundation | Wildlife conservation | $750 |
| Lagunitas School | Education | $700 |
| Priority of the Pacific | Veterans Services | $552 |
| Individual | Meditation and religious support | $500 |
| Nicasio Historical Society | Historical preservation | $500 |
| Wildcare | Community service | $500 |
| Food For Thought | Social Services | $500 |
| Nature Conservancy | Conservation | $500 |
| California Native Plant Society | Environmental | $500 |
| Charity Ball | Recreation | $500 |
| The Lost Church | Cultural | $500 |
| Fine Arts Musuem of San Francisco | Support of fine arts | $484 |
| North Bay Animal Services | Animal Rescue | $250 |
| MIll Valey Fall Arts Festival | Cultural | $200 |
| Quilts For Kids | Children's Social Services | $196 |
| Individual | $100 | |
| Individual | Conservation | $100 |
| San Francisco Zoological Society | Wildlife Preservation | $78 |
| San Francisco Museum of Modern Art | Preservation of art | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Gretchen Wallerich
- Christopher Sefton
- Willow Horne
Questions people ask
Does Verla Regnery Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Verla Regnery Foundation give?
$46,153 in tax year 2024, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $552.
Who runs Verla Regnery Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gretchen Wallerich (President), Christopher Sefton (Secretary) and Willow Horne (Treasurer).
What does Verla Regnery Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and community development.