John L & Margaret M Riegel Foundation
Invitation OnlyKnoxville, Tennessee · EIN 13-6154512 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$38K
Organizations funded26
Typical grant$1,000
Total assets$252K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $1,500.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
92% of grants went outside Tennessee.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manomet | Plymouth, MA | For Area Conservation | $10,000 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | Hagerstown, MD | Promote a cure for Parkinsons | $4,000 |
| Alzheimer's East Tennessee | Knoxville, TN | Advancement of the cure for Alzheimers | $3,000 |
| Berkshire School | Sheffield, MA | Funds to Provide Education | $2,000 |
| East Woods School | Oyster Bay, NY | Funds to Provide Education | $2,000 |
| Neighborhood Coalition | New York, NY | Help Provide Shelter For The Homeless | $2,000 |
| Williams College | Williamstown, MA | For Educational Programs | $1,500 |
| Brooks School | North Andover, MA | Funds to provide education | $1,000 |
| Cooper Union | New York, NY | Provide funds for education | $1,000 |
| Darien Foundation | Darien, CT | Betterment of the community | $1,000 |
| Flying Kites | Dedham, MA | For Advancement of Education | $1,000 |
| Npr | Washington, DC | Non Profit Journalism | $1,000 |
| Riegelsville Historical Society | Riegelsville, PA | Promotion of community History | $1,000 |
| Riegelsville Library | Riegelsville, PA | Community Reading Programs | $1,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | Maryville, TN | To Purchase food for the needy | $1,000 |
| Tufts University | Medford, MA | For the Promotion of Education | $1,000 |
| Latinitas | Austin, TX | Betterment of the community | $800 |
| Darien Public Library | Darien, CT | To promote reading programs | $500 |
| Deerfield Academy | Deerfield, MA | To provide funds for education | $500 |
| Doctors without Borders | Hagerstown, MD | For improvement of Healthcare | $500 |
| Pasadena Humane Society | Pasadena, CA | Animal Care and Services | $500 |
| Person To Person | Stamford, CT | To Help those needing assistance | $500 |
| Red Cross | Washington, DC | Shelter for the Homeless | $500 |
| World Central Kitchen | Washington, DC | To Purchase food for the needy | $500 |
| National Immigration Law Center | Los Angeles, CA | Defends Rights of Low Income Immigrants | $250 |
| Public Citizen | Washington, DC | Consumer Advocacy | $250 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $38,300 | 26 |
| 2024 | $39,000 | 24 |
| 2023 | $41,000 | 20 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621329349101977
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 13-6154512
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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