The Rodgers Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Rodgers Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $504,000 in 52 grants; the typical grant was $5,500 and the largest $50,000. 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$504,000
- Number of grants52
- Typical grant$5,500
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$12.5 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was down from $590,250 the year before.
25% 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 | $422,750 | 37 | $10.5 million |
| 2024 | $590,250 | 54 | $11.2 million |
| 2025 | $504,000 | 52 | $12.5 million |
How to apply
The Rodgers Family Foundation Inc 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 Rodgers Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 20 | $156,000 |
| Vermont | 5 | $122,000 |
| Massachusetts | 11 | $54,500 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $45,000 |
| California | 4 | $38,500 |
| Connecticut | 4 | $25,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $21,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $16,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $16,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Tatter Blue Archives Institute | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $50,000 |
| Dorset Theatre Festival | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $47,000 |
| Beloit College | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $45,000 |
| Vermonters for A Clean Environment Inc | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $35,000 |
| Alliance 180 Inc | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $25,000 |
| The Doe Fund | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $25,000 |
| American Folk Art Museum | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $20,000 |
| Southwestern Vermont Health Care Foundation Inc | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $20,000 |
| New Energy Nexus | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $15,000 |
| Dartmouth Natural Resources Trust | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $12,500 |
| Vote Solar | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $12,500 |
| Unc-Chapel Hill | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $11,000 |
| Chabad at Yale University Inc | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $10,000 |
| Charitywater | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $10,000 |
| Earthjustice Gift Processing Center | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $10,000 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council Inc | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $10,000 |
| On the Rise | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood South Atlantic Inc | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $10,000 |
| Rainforest Action Network | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $10,000 |
| Southern Vermont Arts Center | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $10,000 |
| Tinmouth Methodist Church | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $10,000 |
| Zeiterion Theatre Inc | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $10,000 |
| Greens Farms Academy Inc | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $7,500 |
| The Food Bank for Westchester | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $7,500 |
| Abortion Care Network | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $6,000 |
| Southern Environmental Law Center | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $6,000 |
| Community Cooks | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $5,000 |
| Community Servings Inc | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $5,000 |
| Neighbor's Link | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $5,000 |
| Waterside School | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $5,000 |
| Bard College-Bpi | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $2,500 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Northern Westchester | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $2,500 |
| Cambridge Center for Adult Education | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $2,500 |
| Cambridge Historical Society | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $2,500 |
| Camp Dudley YMCA | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $2,500 |
| Choate Rosemary Hall | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $2,500 |
| Maire Christine Giordeno Dance | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $2,500 |
| Northern Westchester Hospital Assoc | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $2,500 |
| Shea Tree Center | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $2,500 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America Inc | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $2,250 |
Officers and trustees
- Joshua S Rubenstein Esq
- Alexander B Guettel
- Jonathan C Byer
- Constance P Beaty
- Adam A Guettel
- Richard R Beaty
- Nina Beaty
Questions people ask
Does The Rodgers Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Rodgers Family Foundation Inc give?
$504,000 in tax year 2025, across 52 grants, with a typical grant of $5,500.
Who runs The Rodgers Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Joshua S Rubenstein Esq (President), Alexander B Guettel (Vice-President), Jonathan C Byer (Treasurer/Secretary) and Constance P Beaty (Member/Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The Rodgers Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and environment and conservation.