Regal Foundation
Accepts applications
Regal Foundation is a private foundation in Knoxville, Tennessee. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.6 million in 343 grants; the typical grant was $679 and the largest $500,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$4.6 million
- Number of grants343
- Typical grant$679
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$10.0 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.7 million the year before.
71% 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 | $2.7 million | 284 | $9.2 million |
| 2024 | $4.6 million | 343 | $10.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Regal Entertainment Group 101 E Blount Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37920 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (865) 922-1123 |
| What to submit | The following documents must be mailed: 1. Regal foundation original application and grant agreement 2. A valid, current copy of the IRS federal-exempt letter showing the organization is classified as a 501(c)(3) organization. 3. A copy of the most recent audit or accounting report with a management letter. |
| Deadlines | 120 days prior to the event/need |
| Restrictions | In order to be eligible, an organization must: 1. Be exempt from taxation under section 501(c)(3) of the united states internal revenue code, and/or 2. Agree to use the grant only for purposes that are charitable or educational within the meaning of section 501(c)(3) of the united states internal revenue code. Regal foundation does not accept grants to/for: 1. Organizations that are not tax-exempt 2. Individuals requesting assistance 3. Organizations requesting funds for use outside of regal communities 4. Political causes 5. Agencies that discriminate based on race, color, creed, sexual orientation or nationality 6. Travel funds for tours or trips 7. Sole support of operating or advertising expenses |
What Regal Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 41 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 48 | $1.6 million |
| Georgia | 30 | $545,879 |
| California | 49 | $454,355 |
| Iowa | 3 | $219,508 |
| Texas | 11 | $49,369 |
| New York | 22 | $33,862 |
| North Carolina | 17 | $30,289 |
| South Carolina | 31 | $26,137 |
| Florida | 40 | $13,770 |
| Arizona | 2 | $13,168 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boys and Girls Clubs of America | Education | $500,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Health | $363,092 |
| Gary Sinise Foundation | Military | $349,941 |
| Variety of the United States | Children & family | $237,047 |
| American Red Cross | Health | $216,122 |
| University of Tennessee Foundation | Education | $175,500 |
| Boys and Girls Club of the Tennessee Valley | Education | $150,000 |
| Variety of Eastern Tennessee | Children & family | $129,848 |
| Historic Tennessee Theatre | Education | $80,000 |
| Lollipop Theater Network | Health | $60,000 |
| Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers Foundation | Health | $55,500 |
| Variety of Southern California | Children & family | $44,000 |
| American Heart Association (Knoxville) | Health | $40,000 |
| Fort Sanders Foundation | Health | $30,000 |
| Zoo Knoxville | Education | $27,500 |
| Helen Ross McNabb Foundation | Health | $25,000 |
| East Tennessee Children's Hospital | Health | $23,279 |
| Dogwood Arts Festival Inc (City of Knoxville) | Education | $22,500 |
| Variety Boys and Girls Club of Boyle Heights | Education | $20,000 |
| Knoxville Opera | Education | $15,000 |
| Childhelp Inc | Children & family | $13,000 |
| Friends of the Smokies | Education | $12,500 |
| American Cancer Society Inc (Nashville) | Health | $10,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee | Children & family | $10,000 |
| Dogwood Arts Festival Inc | Education | $10,000 |
| JDRF Tennessee | Health | $10,000 |
| Knoxville Area Urban League | Education | $10,000 |
| Knoxville Track & Field Club Inc (Knoxville Track Club) | Health | $10,000 |
| Sertoma Center Inc | Education | $10,000 |
| Harlem Lacrosse and Leadership Corporation (Friends of T Rothman) | Education | $7,500 |
| Variety of Georgia | Children & family | $6,500 |
| Catherine's House | Children & family | $6,102 |
| Knoxville Catholic High School | Education | $6,000 |
| The Wordplayers | Education | $6,000 |
| Arthritis Foundation (Specify Chapter Event With Payment) | Health | $5,000 |
| Chabad of Knoxville | Education | $5,000 |
| First Baptist Church Concord (Concord Christian School) | Education | $5,000 |
| First Tee of Greater Knoxville | Education | $5,000 |
| Global Smile Foundation Inc | Health | $5,000 |
| Ijams Nature Center (Twilight at Ijams) | Education | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Eduardo Acuna
- Waverly Maples
- John Curry
- Todd Boruff
- Ben Hill
- Jawed Khan
- Vikki Neil
- Cyndi Rodriguez
- Adam Rymer
Questions people ask
Does Regal Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: 120 days prior to the event/need.
How much does Regal Foundation give?
$4.6 million in tax year 2024, across 343 grants, with a typical grant of $679.
Who runs Regal Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Eduardo Acuna (President), Waverly Maples (Cfo), John Curry (Secretary) and Todd Boruff (Director) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does Regal Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and health.