Regal Foundation
Regal Foundation is a private foundation based in Knoxville, Tennessee. Its 2024 filing reports grants to organizations working in areas including education, health, military support, and children and families.
Regal Foundation at a glance
In short: Regal Foundation gave $3.0M across 343 grants in 2024 (avg $9K), mostly in Tennessee. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $3,002,413
- +11.4% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 343
- +20.8% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $8,753
- -7.8% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $679
- Total assets
- $9,993,618
- +8.7% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Tennessee (52% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Regal Foundation
- How to Apply
The filing says applicants must mail the foundation’s original application and grant agreement, a current IRS determination letter showing 501(c)(3) status, and the most recent audit or accounting report with a…
The filing says applicants must mail the foundation’s original application and grant agreement, a current IRS determination letter showing 501(c)(3) status, and the most recent audit or accounting report with a management letter. Eligible organizations must be tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3), or agree to use the grant only for charitable or educational purposes within the meaning of that section. The foundation does not accept requests from non-tax-exempt organizations, individuals, organizations seeking funds for use outside Regal communities, political causes, agencies that discriminate on the listed grounds, requests for travel funds for tours or trips, or requests for sole support of operating or advertising expenses.
- Review Cycle
- Applications are due 120 days before the event or need.
- Deadline
- Applications are due 120 days before the event or need.
- Contact
Application contact: Regal Entertainment Group
Mailing address: 101 E Blount Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37920
Phone: (865) 922-1123
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Regal Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Boys and Girls Clubs of America ($500K). Together the top 10 received $2.3M.
Grant Size Distribution
881 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 856 grants of 881 (97%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, grant dollars went primarily to recipients in Tennessee (52%), Georgia (18%), California (15%), and Iowa (7%); Texas received 2%. The filing also excludes requests for funds to be used outside Regal communities.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 343 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Regal Foundation gives
- 29% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 1291% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 663% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $216K (2021) to $3.0M (2024). In 2024 it made 343 grants totaling $3.0M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boys and Girls Clubs of America Atlanta, GA | Education | $500,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital Memphis, TN | HEALTH | $363,092 |
| Gary Sinise Foundation Franklin, TN | Military | $349,941 |
| Variety of the United States Los Angeles, CA | Children & Family | $237,047 |
| American Red Cross Boone, IA | HEALTH | $216,122 |
| University of Tennessee Foundation Knoxville, TN | Education | $175,500 |
| Boys and Girls Club of the Tennessee Valley Knoxville, TN | Education | $150,000 |
| Variety of Eastern Tennessee Knoxville, TN | Children & Family | $129,848 |
| Historic Tennessee Theatre Knoxville, TN | Education | $80,000 |
| Lollipop Theater Network Los Angeles, CA | HEALTH | $60,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,993,618 | $3,813,653 | $4,583,480 | $3,002,413 | 343 | $3,012,683 | $248,857 | $454,708 |
| 2023 | $9,197,284 | $4,200,012 | $2,688,226 | $2,696,193 | 284 | $2,732,196 | $133,953 | $567,531 |
| 2022 | $8,426,790 | $4,177,990 | $1,995,549 | $1,763,878 | 210 | $1,841,437 | $29,902 | $390,351 |
| 2021 | $7,336,841 | $2,716,788 | $1,057,128 | $215,820 | 44 | $1,096,591 | $9,369 | $264,517 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Regal Foundation reported a distributable amount of $455K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No foundation mission statement is provided. Its 2024 grants included support for education, health, military-related work, and children and families.
Grantees describe a range of services. St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital says its mission is to advance cures and prevention for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment. The Gary Sinise Foundation says it supports veterans, military members, first responders, their families, and families of fallen heroes. Variety of Eastern Tennessee says it funds and provides services for programs supporting children facing hardship in the region. The Historic Tennessee Theatre Foundation says it maintains an endowment to preserve the Knoxville theatre. Lollipop Theater Network says it creates an escape from illness for children and offers them and their families a moment of normalcy.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 343 grants totaling $3,002,413. Grant amounts ranged from $90 to $500,000, with a median of $679.
Among the largest reported grants were $500,000 to Boys and Girls Clubs of America for education; $363,092 to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital for health; $349,941 to Gary Sinise Foundation for military-related work; $237,047 to Variety of the United States for children and families; and $216,122 to the American Red Cross for health. Other notable grants included $175,500 to the University of Tennessee Foundation and $150,000 to Boys and Girls Club of the Tennessee Valley, both for education.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Eduardo Acuna as president, Waverly Maples as CFO, and John Curry as secretary. Directors listed are Todd Boruff, Ben Hill, Jawed Khan, Vikki Neil, Cyndi Rodriguez, and Adam Rymer.
Regal Foundation is led by Eduardo Acuna, President on every filing since 2023; none of the 9 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Eduardo Acuna
President
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Todd Boruff
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Ben Hill
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jawed Khan
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Adam Rymer
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Cyndi Rodriguez
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Vikki Neil
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
John Curry
Secretary
Director → Secretary, 2022
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Waverly Maples
CFO
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (5)
- Former: Brandon Stroud (2021–2023) — Director
- Former: Jackie McClure (2021–2023) — Director
- Former: Andrew Turner (2021–2022) — Director
- Former: Ken Thewes (2021–2022) — Secretary
- Former: Matt Eyres (2021–2022) — President
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Regal Foundation
How much does Regal Foundation give each year?
Regal Foundation gave $3.0M across 343 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $2.7M across 284 grants.
What is Regal Foundation's typical grant size?
Regal Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $679, and its average grant was $8,753, across 343 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Regal Foundation give grants?
Regal Foundation gives mostly in Tennessee: 52% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Georgia (18%) and California (15%). The most frequent recipient cities were Knoxville, TN (33 grants), Greenville, SC (22 grants), Augusta, GA (19 grants) and Gainesville, FL (15 grants).
Does Regal Foundation give general operating support?
Occasionally: 0% of Regal Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (1 of 343) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Recurring purposes include "Health" (164 grants), "Children & Family" (100 grants) and "Education" (73 grants).
Who are Regal Foundation's largest grantees?
Regal Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Boys and Girls Clubs of America ($500,000), St Jude Children's Research Hospital ($363,092) and Gary Sinise Foundation ($349,941), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 40% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Regal Foundation?
Regal Foundation reported $10.0M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $3.0M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $455K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Regal Foundation fund?
No foundation mission statement is provided. Its 2024 grants included support for education, health, military-related work, and children and families. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Regal Foundation?
The filing says applicants must mail the foundation’s original application and grant agreement, a current IRS determination letter showing 501(c)(3) status, and the most recent audit or accounting report with a… Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Regal Foundation's EIN?
Regal Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 13-4249812. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
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Grantable. (2026). Regal Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 11, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/regal-foundation-morg_17c4d8ec1e5c4c299f32107aaaf846f2
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