Roper Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Roper Foundation is a private foundation in Moundville, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $88,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $7,000 and the largest $66,000. 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$88,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$7,000
- Largest grant$66,000
- Assets$700,709
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was up from $70,000 the year before.
40% 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 | $65,950 | 3 | $558,517 |
| 2024 | $70,000 | 5 | $651,562 |
| 2025 | $88,000 | 5 | $700,709 |
How to apply
Roper 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 Roper Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 2 | $74,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $7,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Animal Aid Fund Inc | Prevention of animal cruelty | $66,000 |
| Shelby County Humane Society | Prevention of animal cruelty | $8,000 |
| SPCA of Pittsylvania County | Prevention of animal cruelty | $7,000 |
| Danville Humane Society | Prevention of animal cruelty | $5,000 |
| Rockingham Humane Society | Prevention of animal cruelty | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ruth Ann Cumbo
- Betsy Rogers
- Charlie Burke
Questions people ask
Does Roper Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Roper Foundation give?
$88,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $7,000.
Who runs Roper Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ruth Ann Cumbo (Board Member), Betsy Rogers (Board Member) and Charlie Burke (Board Member).
What does Roper Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals.