Regions Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Regions Foundation is a private foundation in Jackson, Mississippi. In tax year 2025 it gave $575,000 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $22,500 and the largest $100,000. 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$575,000
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$22,500
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$15.2 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2025 was up from $430,000 the year before.
10% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $765,000 | 21 | $13.2 million |
| 2024 | $430,000 | 20 | $14.3 million |
| 2025 | $575,000 | 20 | $15.2 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.
What Regions Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Mississippi.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | 20 | $575,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Dominic Health Services Foundation | General | $100,000 |
| Mission First Inc | General | $55,000 |
| Magnolia Speech School | General | $50,000 |
| Jackson Leadership Foundation | General | $50,000 |
| Breakthru Ministries | General | $45,000 |
| Operation Shoestring | General | $30,000 |
| Boys Scouts of America | General | $25,000 |
| French Camp Academy | General | $25,000 |
| Ms Children's Museum | General | $25,000 |
| Young Life | General | $25,000 |
| New Horizons Ministry | General | $20,000 |
| Southern Christian Services | General | $20,000 |
| Stewpot Community Services | General | $20,000 |
| Harbor House | General | $15,000 |
| YMCA of Metropolitan Jackson | General | $15,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | General | $12,500 |
| Girl Scouts of Middle Mississippi | General | $12,500 |
| Mission Mississippi | General | $10,000 |
| Museum of Natural Science | General | $10,000 |
| The Salvation Army | General | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James W Hood
- William R James
- Debbie Purvis Walker
- Richard D McRae Jr
- E B Robinson Jr
- Ronnie Smith
- Wilson Hood
- Matt James
- David McRae
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?
$575,000 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $22,500.
Who runs Regions Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James W Hood (Chairman), William R James (Vice Chairman/President), Debbie Purvis Walker (Secretary) and Richard D McRae Jr (Treasurer) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does Regions Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and education.