The Graymer Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Graymer Foundation is a private foundation in Vero Beach, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $17.0 million in 38 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $4.1 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$17.0 million
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$4.1 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2024 was up from $716,000 the year before.
13% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $716,000 | 35 | $15.0 million |
| 2024 | $17.0 million | 38 | $0 |
How to apply
The Graymer 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 The Graymer Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 14 | $8.3 million |
| Ohio | 2 | $4.1 million |
| Colorado | 1 | $4.1 million |
| Pennsylvania | 4 | $164,000 |
| New Jersey | 6 | $130,000 |
| West Virginia | 1 | $69,000 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $54,000 |
| New York | 2 | $48,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $30,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Dayton Foundation | General | $4.1 million |
| Indian River Community Foundation | General | $4.1 million |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving Inc | General | $4.1 million |
| The Graymer Phoenix Foundation Inc | General | $4.1 million |
| The Hillside School | General | $75,000 |
| Davis & Elkins College | General | $69,000 |
| Wildlands Conservancy | General | $61,000 |
| Land Conservancy of New Jersey | General | $55,000 |
| Fdn for Morristown Medical Center | General | $50,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers | General | $33,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | General | $30,000 |
| St Edwards School-Development | General | $25,000 |
| Duke University-Development Office | General | $21,000 |
| Step Forward Scholarship Fund | General | $20,000 |
| Vna & Hospice Foundation | General | $20,000 |
| Elizabethtown College | General | $17,000 |
| Cleveland Clinic Irc Foundation | General | $15,000 |
| Flagler College | General | $15,000 |
| Friends of Aullwood Audubon Center | General | $15,000 |
| Indian River Land Trust | General | $15,000 |
| Puppies Behind Bars | General | $15,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | General | $13,000 |
| Panther Valley Public Library | General | $11,000 |
| Civil Air Patrol - NJ Wing | General | $10,000 |
| Environmental Learning Center | General | $10,000 |
| Feeding America | General | $10,000 |
| Gifford Youth Achievement Center | General | $10,000 |
| Halo | General | $10,000 |
| Humane Society of Vero Beach | General | $10,000 |
| Indian River Habitat for Humanity | General | $10,000 |
| Old Friends Inc | General | $10,000 |
| Shining Light Garden Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| Wounded Warriors | General | $10,000 |
| Aopa Air Safety Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| Interfaith Food Pantry | General | $5,000 |
| Lehigh Valley Health Network LP | General | $5,000 |
| Nourish NJ | General | $5,000 |
| Peddie School Off of Alum&dvlpmt | General | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Stacy Rogers Golding
- David S Rogers
- Stuart G Rogers
- Ann Bronwyn Rogers Parlette
Questions people ask
Does The Graymer Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Graymer Foundation give?
$17.0 million in tax year 2024, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Graymer Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Stacy Rogers Golding (Secretary/Treasurer), David S Rogers (President), Stuart G Rogers (Vice President) and Ann Bronwyn Rogers Parlette (Trustee).
What does The Graymer Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and health.