Reynolds American Foundation
Accepts applications
Reynolds American Foundation is a private foundation in Winston Salem, North Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.5 million in 280 grants; the typical grant was $460 and the largest $475,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$3.5 million
- Number of grants280
- Typical grant$460
- Largest grant$475,000
- Assets$56.0 million
- New grantees94%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.7 million the year before.
94% 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 | $1.7 million | 42 | $54.3 million |
| 2024 | $3.5 million | 280 | $56.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Walter Farabee Reynolds American Foundation PO Box, 2959, Winstonsalem, NC 27102 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (336) 741-0536 |
| What to submit | Applications should be submitted in written form with the organization's section 501(c)(3) exemption letter attached. Applicants should provide a description of the activity for which money is needed, a description of the proposed project, and a list of the organization's board of directors. For additional details and requirements email: raifoundation@rjrt.com |
| Restrictions | Awards are generally directed towards educations, arts, and social services/basic needs. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Reynolds American Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 35 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 177 | $2.7 million |
| District of Columbia | 9 | $582,772 |
| Illinois | 5 | $57,258 |
| New York | 11 | $52,280 |
| Missouri | 4 | $10,050 |
| California | 7 | $8,167 |
| Indiana | 6 | $7,945 |
| Louisiana | 4 | $7,788 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $7,465 |
| Oregon | 1 | $7,208 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Red Cross | Charitable activtities | $475,000 |
| Crossnore Communities for Children | Charitable activtities | $250,000 |
| Family Services Inc | Charitable activtities | $250,000 |
| R J Reynolds Home Field Advantage Inc | Charitable activtities | $250,000 |
| Salem College | Charitable activtities | $149,600 |
| Crosby Scholars | Charitable activtities | $100,000 |
| Dream Center of Forsyth County | Charitable activtities | $100,000 |
| Horizons Residential Care | Charitable activtities | $100,000 |
| Hospital Hospitality House of Winston Salem | Charitable activtities | $100,000 |
| Imprints Cares | Charitable activtities | $100,000 |
| Lead Girls of NC Inc | Charitable activtities | $100,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank of NWNC | Charitable activtities | $100,000 |
| Smart Start of Forsyth County | Charitable activtities | $100,000 |
| The Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars | Charitable activtities | $100,000 |
| United Way | Charitable activtities | $90,864 |
| Authoring Action | Charitable activtities | $65,000 |
| Greater Mt Airy Ministry of Hospitality Inc DBA the Shepherd's House | Charitable activtities | $62,325 |
| The Arts Council Inc | Charitable activtities | $60,000 |
| National Merit Scholarships | Scholarships | $55,400 |
| Exchange Club Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse of NC | Charitable activtities | $50,000 |
| Goler Depot Street Renaiisance Corp | Charitable activtities | $50,000 |
| Heart Math Tutoring | Charitable activtities | $50,000 |
| Hospice & Palliative Care Center | Charitable activtities | $50,000 |
| Intl Center for Clubhouse Development (DBA Clubhouse International) | Charitable activtities | $50,000 |
| The Shalom Project Inc | Charitable activtities | $50,000 |
| Triad Cultural Arts | Charitable activtities | $50,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Charitable activtities | $30,000 |
| Winston-Salem Mixxer Inc | Charitable activtities | $30,000 |
| Bethesda Center for the Homeless Inc | Charitable activtities | $25,000 |
| Cancer Services Inc | Charitable activtities | $25,000 |
| Dream Team Foundation Inc | Charitable activtities | $25,000 |
| Pretty in Pink Foundation Inc | Charitable activtities | $25,000 |
| YWCA of Winston-Salem & Forsyth County | Charitable activtities | $25,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters Services Inc | Charitable activtities | $18,495 |
| Dress for Success Winston-Salem | Charitable activtities | $15,000 |
| Heroes Helping Heroes Inc | Charitable activtities | $12,500 |
| Caldwell Academy | Charitable activtities | $10,302 |
| Community Care Center for Forsyth County Inc | Charitable activtities | $10,000 |
| Greennest | Charitable activtities | $9,992 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Charitable activtities | $7,772 |
Officers and trustees
- Shay Mustafa
- Mary Elizabeth Barwick
- Javier Suarez
- Beverly Crews
- Monique Petree Q1-Q2 2024
- Derrick Manuel
- Mandy Hasty
- Krystal Forbes James Q1-Q2 2024
- Lyndsey Fredericks
- Nathan Bohon
- Stephan Bonaparte
- Timothy Nestor Q3-Q4
- Dalton Fishel
- Patrudu Makena
- Ray Paulin
Questions people ask
Does Reynolds American Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Reynolds American Foundation give?
$3.5 million in tax year 2024, across 280 grants, with a typical grant of $460.
Who runs Reynolds American Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Shay Mustafa (Chair), Mary Elizabeth Barwick (President), Javier Suarez (Treasurer) and Beverly Crews (Secretary) among 15 officers and trustees.
What does Reynolds American Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, education and youth programs.