The Roney Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Roney Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Savannah, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $199,289 in 34 grants; the typical grant was $550 and the largest $75,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$199,289
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$550
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$5.5 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2025 was up from $143,621 the year before.
15% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $158,025 | 27 | $4.7 million |
| 2024 | $143,621 | 29 | $5.3 million |
| 2025 | $199,289 | 34 | $5.5 million |
How to apply
The Roney Family Foundation Inc 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 The Roney Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 16 | $161,659 |
| Michigan | 1 | $25,000 |
| California | 13 | $10,740 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 3 | $890 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Savannah Philharmonic Corporation | General support | $75,000 |
| Savannah Classical Academy | General support | $50,000 |
| Hillsdale Barney Charter School | General support | $25,000 |
| Savannah Music Festival | General support | $10,000 |
| American Tradition Vocal | General support | $5,000 |
| Casa | General support | $5,000 |
| Elevate Savannah | General support | $5,000 |
| Horizons Savannah | General support | $5,000 |
| Music Academy of the West | General support | $2,500 |
| Music Academy of the West | General support | $2,500 |
| Savannah Repertory Theatre | General support | $2,500 |
| Music Academy of the West | General support | $2,000 |
| Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta | General support | $1,500 |
| Sarasota Opera | General support | $1,000 |
| Savannah Philharmonic Corporation | General support | $1,000 |
| Women's Fund of Santa Barbara | General support | $1,000 |
| Carnegie Hall Corp | General support | $600 |
| Bach Ascending | General support | $500 |
| Christ Church Episcopal | General support | $500 |
| Montecito Association | General support | $500 |
| Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History | General support | $500 |
| Scholarship Foundation of Santa Barbara | General support | $500 |
| Women's Fund of Santa Barbara | General support | $290 |
| Santa Barbara Zoo | General support | $260 |
| Green Meldrim House | General support | $250 |
| Metropolitan Opera House | General support | $250 |
| Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History | General support | $250 |
| Cathedral Basilica of St John the Baptist | General support | $209 |
| Santa Barbara Botanical Garden | General support | $185 |
| Music Academy of the West | General support | $150 |
| Hope Elementary School | General support | $105 |
| Savannah Music Festival | General support | $100 |
| Temple Mickve Israel | General support | $100 |
| Carnegie Hall Corp | General support | $40 |
Officers and trustees
- Regina Roney
- Richard Roney
- Jessica Roney Sheya
Questions people ask
Does The Roney Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Roney Family Foundation Inc give?
$199,289 in tax year 2025, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $550.
Who runs The Roney Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Regina Roney (President/Director), Richard Roney (Treasurer/Director) and Jessica Roney Sheya (Director).
What does The Roney Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and faith communities.