Florence Rogers Charitable Trust
Accepts applications
Florence Rogers Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Fayetteville, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $230,160 in 35 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $35,355. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$230,160
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$35,355
- Assets$6.2 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was down from $239,528 the year before.
17% 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 | $200,743 | 27 | $5.7 million |
| 2024 | $239,528 | 39 | $5.6 million |
| 2025 | $230,160 | 35 | $6.2 million |
How to apply
| Contact | The Florence Rogers Charitable Trus PO Box 36006, Fayetteville, NC 28303 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (910) 484-2033 |
| What to submit | Grant applicants should submit a complete statement about the necessity and purpose of the grant. A statement as to the significance of the project and what it is expected to accomplish. A detailed budget showing how all funds will be spent. A statement that the applicant organization will furnish a report at the completion of the project, showing that all funds were spent to satisfy the purpose of the grant. |
| Deadlines | Application accepted anytime. Notice of approval, rejection, or requests for info within 30 days |
| Restrictions | All requests, wherever originating or proposed to be achieved, will be considered on their merits; however, the trust places primary emphasis on grant requests that meet the following two criteria: 1) requests by organizations with operations in fayetteville and cumberland county, or southeast North Carolina 2) requests for "seed money" to try new ideas (the trust prefers not to become involved with established programs in search of new revenues). |
What Florence Rogers Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 34 | $228,160 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Methodist University | Patho simulator equipment | $35,355 |
| Better Health of Cumberland County | Diabetes management & direct aid services | $20,000 |
| Cape Fear Botanical Garden | Interacting kaleidoscope program | $20,000 |
| Cape Fear Regional Theatre | Student matinee series | $17,500 |
| American Red Cross | Disaster response & preparedness | $10,000 |
| Fayetteville Urban Ministry | Food emergency assistance program | $10,000 |
| FTCC Foundation | Client aid and counseling | $10,000 |
| Praise Fellowship Church of God | Christmas for children | $10,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House of Charities | Medical treatment for families | $10,000 |
| NC Symphony | Music education programs | $7,500 |
| Cumberland County Council on Older Adults | Meal boxes | $7,117 |
| Abney Chapel Seventh Day Adventist | Food pantry & thanksgiving baskets | $7,000 |
| Fayetteville Area Operation Inasmuch | Feeding program | $7,000 |
| United Outreach Services | Foster care program and foster children supplies | $6,976 |
| Airborne & Special Operations Museum Foundation | Celebrations | $5,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America Occonechee Council | Scout reach program | $5,000 |
| Girl Scouts - NC Coastal Pines | Community engagement program in cumberland county | $5,000 |
| United Way of Cumberland County | Dolly parton imagination library | $5,000 |
| Vision Resource Center | Holiday celebrations | $4,899 |
| Greater Life of Fayetteville | Refrigerator, christmas assistance | $4,063 |
| The Soul Harvest Apostolic Church | Thanksgiving and christmas baskets | $3,500 |
| Spring Lake Family Support Services | Grocery & fuel cards | $3,000 |
| Women of Conversation | Food/suppllies for event, computer | $2,500 |
| Childrens Cancer Partners of the Carolina | Assist families with children with cancer | $2,000 |
| Agape Pregnancy Support Services | Assistance for familiies | $1,500 |
| Carolyn Allen Ministries | Widows support program | $1,500 |
| Mi Portions - MJ Inc | Coats & shoes for children | $1,500 |
| Parents Rock Readiness | Hurricane relief | $1,500 |
| Knights of Columbus | Wheelchair ramps | $1,200 |
| Empact One Foundation | Computers & monitors | $1,000 |
| Unchain Cumberland County | Holiday meal & food boxes | $840 |
| Mt Olive Missionary Church | Freezer | $799 |
| The Jems Project | School supplies | $759 |
| Employment Source | Holiday meal | $700 |
| New Hope Ministry | Holiday meal & clothing | $452 |
Officers and trustees
- Jesse Tally
- J William Lambert
Questions people ask
Does Florence Rogers Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Application accepted anytime. Notice of approval, rejection, or requests for info within 30 days.
How much does Florence Rogers Charitable Trust give?
$230,160 in tax year 2025, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Florence Rogers Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Jesse Tally (Co-Trustee) and J William Lambert (Co-Trustee).
What does Florence Rogers Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and human services.