Raglesville Lake Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Raglesville Lake Foundation is a private foundation in Townsend, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $500,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $500,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$500,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$500,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $180,000 the year before.
100% of its 2025 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 | $190,000 | 2 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $180,000 | 1 | $2.1 million |
| 2025 | $500,000 | 1 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Raglesville Lake 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 Raglesville Lake Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 1 | $500,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Tennessee Medical Center | Medical care | $500,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Melton
- Ragan Melton
- Kristin Lhatso
Questions people ask
Does Raglesville Lake Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Raglesville Lake Foundation give?
$500,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $500,000.
Who runs Raglesville Lake Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mark Melton (President & Director), Ragan Melton (Secretary & Director) and Kristin Lhatso (Director).
What does Raglesville Lake Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.