Rocker Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rocker Family Foundation is a private foundation in Hammond, Louisiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $128,150 in 42 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $26,000. 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$128,150
- Number of grants42
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$26,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2025 was up from $71,000 the year before.
71% 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 | $79,350 | 31 | $0 |
| 2024 | $71,000 | 43 | $0 |
| 2025 | $128,150 | 42 | $0 |
How to apply
Rocker Family 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 Rocker Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 32 | $96,350 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $9,000 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $9,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $3,000 |
| California | 1 | $2,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,500 |
| Virginia | 2 | $1,300 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Charitable giving | $26,000 |
| Individual | Charitable giving | $25,000 |
| Msu | Charitable giving | $9,000 |
| Individual | Charitable giving | $8,000 |
| Soar | Charitable giving | $6,600 |
| St Anna's Episcopal Church | Charitable giving | $6,000 |
| Back Porch Church | Charitable giving | $5,000 |
| Cutaneous Lymphoma Foundation | Charitable giving | $5,000 |
| American Express | Charitbale giving | $3,000 |
| Holy Ghost Church | Chartiable giving | $3,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club Metro la | Charitable giving | $2,500 |
| Northshore STEM Coalition | Charitable giving | $2,500 |
| Individual | Charitable giving | $2,000 |
| Options | Charitable giving | $1,500 |
| Northsore Community Foundation | Charitable giving | $1,500 |
| University of Texas SW | Charitable giving | $1,500 |
| Hammond Union of Police | Charitable giving | $1,500 |
| Hammond Regional Arts Center | Charitable giving | $1,250 |
| Child Advocacy Services | Charitable giving | $1,000 |
| Northshore Food Bank | Charitable giving | $1,000 |
| Wyes | Charitable giving | $1,000 |
| Hammond Rotary Club | Charitable giving | $1,000 |
| The 18th Ward | Charitable giving | $1,000 |
| Oldp Church | Charitable giving | $1,000 |
| Southeastern Foundation | Charitable giving | $1,000 |
| Fishing for Charities | Charitable giving | $1,000 |
| Individual | Charitable giving | $1,000 |
| National Park Foundation | Charitable giving | $1,000 |
| NPR | Charitable giving | $1,000 |
| Individual | Charitable giving | $1,000 |
| City of Hammond | Charitable giving | $500 |
| Tarc | Charitable giving | $500 |
| Cas Hope House | Charitable giving | $500 |
| Bayou State Escadrille | Chartiable giving | $500 |
| Individual | Charitable giving | $500 |
| Ishf | Charitable giving | $500 |
| Ace of Hearts | Charitable giving | $500 |
| St Michael the Archangel High Shco | Charitable giving | $500 |
| Cypress Springs Prayer Center | Charitable giving | $500 |
| Individual | Charitable giving | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Alberta S Rocker
- Michael A Rocker
- Pamela R Wesley
- Kim Edwards
- Courtney Lemoine
Questions people ask
Does Rocker Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rocker Family Foundation give?
$128,150 in tax year 2025, across 42 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Rocker Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Alberta S Rocker (Board Member), Michael A Rocker (President), Pamela R Wesley (Treasurer) and Kim Edwards (Vice Preside) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Rocker Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.