The Rogers Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Rogers Family Foundation is a private foundation in St Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $773,000 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$773,000
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was up from $379,033 the year before.
21% of its 2025 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 | $292,153 | 16 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $379,033 | 19 | $2.8 million |
| 2025 | $773,000 | 20 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
The Rogers 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 The Rogers Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 6 | $412,000 |
| Illinois | 3 | $160,000 |
| California | 2 | $55,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $50,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $40,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $30,000 |
| New York | 3 | $22,000 |
| Alaska | 1 | $2,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tufts College | General support | $200,000 |
| Tufts College | General support | $185,000 |
| Karkhana Global | General support | $125,000 |
| Casa Foundation | General support | $50,000 |
| Maryville University | General support | $40,000 |
| UCLA Foundation | General support | $30,000 |
| White Mountain Science | General support | $30,000 |
| Firewheel STEM Institute | General support | $25,000 |
| YMCA of the USA | General support | $25,000 |
| Codman Community Farms | General support | $20,000 |
| Violin Acoustics | General support | $20,000 |
| Project Syncere | General support | $10,000 |
| Museum of Science | General support | $5,000 |
| Northern Alaska Environmental Center | General support | $2,000 |
| Bard Prison Initiative | General support | $1,000 |
| Boston Symphony Hall | General support | $1,000 |
| Colorado Cattlemen's Agricultural Land Trust | General support | $1,000 |
| Lincoln School Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| Scratch Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| Wild Salmon Center | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Catherine M Rogers
- Christopher B Rogers
- Jeffrey M McDonnell
Questions people ask
Does The Rogers Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Rogers Family Foundation give?
$773,000 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Rogers Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Catherine M Rogers (Trustee), Christopher B Rogers (Trustee) and Jeffrey M McDonnell (Trustee).
What does The Rogers Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and arts and culture.