Wendell & Doris Rogers Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wendell & Doris Rogers Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Southfield, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $445,000 in 36 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$445,000
- Number of grants36
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$8.2 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was up from $425,000 the year before.
25% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $425,000 | 35 | $7.9 million |
| 2024 | $445,000 | 36 | $8.2 million |
How to apply
Wendell & Doris Rogers Charitable 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Wendell & Doris Rogers Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 34 | $432,500 |
| California | 1 | $7,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Faith Christian Schools | General purpose | $30,000 |
| Metro Detroit Youth Clubs | General purpose | $30,000 |
| Michigan Science Center | General purpose | $30,000 |
| Briliant Detroit | General purpose | $27,500 |
| Michigan Freedom Center | General purpose | $22,000 |
| Ashes to Glory Foundation | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Single Momm | General purpose | $17,500 |
| Care House Oakland County | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Living and Learning Enrichment Center | General purpose | $15,000 |
| On My Own Michigan | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Racquet Up Detroit | General purpose | $15,000 |
| The Guidance Centerkids Talk Children's Advocacy Center | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Avalon Healing Center | General purpose | $13,000 |
| Kids on the Go | General purpose | $12,500 |
| St Vincent de Paul | General purpose | $12,000 |
| Downtown Boxing Youth League | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Friends of the Children - Detroit | General purpose | $10,000 |
| St Vincent & Sarah Fisher Center | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Sacred Heart Vetern Village | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Beds 4 Kids | General purpose | $9,000 |
| Friends of Foster Kids | General purpose | $9,000 |
| Arc of Northwest Wayne County | General purpose | $7,500 |
| Beyond 26 | General purpose | $7,500 |
| Detroit Institute for Children | General purpose | $7,500 |
| Humble Design Inc | General purpose | $7,500 |
| North Oakland Scamp Funding Corporation | General purpose | $7,500 |
| Semper Fi & Americas Fund | General purpose | $7,500 |
| Team Guts Inc | General purpose | $7,500 |
| Children's Literary Network | General purpose | $7,500 |
| Down Syndrome Assn of West Michigan | General purpose | $7,500 |
| Alternatives for Girls | General purpose | $5,000 |
| American Diabetes Association | Camp midicha | $5,000 |
| Mi Work Matters | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Vista Maria | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Samaritas | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Iosco County Coats for Kids | General purpose | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Donald Clayton
- Margaret Amsden
- J Thomas Macfarlane
Questions people ask
Does Wendell & Doris Rogers Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wendell & Doris Rogers Charitable Foundation give?
$445,000 in tax year 2024, across 36 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Wendell & Doris Rogers Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Donald Clayton (President), Margaret Amsden (Treasurer) and J Thomas Macfarlane (Secretary).
What does Wendell & Doris Rogers Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and education.