The James and Laura Rogers Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The James and Laura Rogers Foundation is a private foundation in Kingsport, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.5 million in 6 grants; the typical grant was $175,000 and the largest $762,500. 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$1.5 million
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$175,000
- Largest grant$762,500
- Assets$39.3 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.4 million 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 | $1.3 million | 10 | $31.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 8 | $35.0 million |
| 2025 | $1.5 million | 6 | $39.3 million |
How to apply
The James and Laura Rogers 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 2 | $1.0 million |
| Tennessee | 4 | $510,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Virginia - Athletics Foundation | Operations | $762,500 |
| Kingsport Homeless Ministry Inc | Facility upgrade | $300,000 |
| Barter Foundation | Operations | $250,000 |
| Symphony of the Mountains | Operations | $100,000 |
| Netherland Inn and Boatyard Historic Site | Facility upgrades | $100,000 |
| United Way of Greater Kingsport | Operations | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James P Rogers
- Laura C Rogers
- Anna K Sunderlin
- Jessica L Rogers
- Tamara Westwind
Questions people ask
Does The James and Laura Rogers Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The James and Laura Rogers Foundation give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $175,000.
Who runs The James and Laura Rogers Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James P Rogers (President), Laura C Rogers (Secretary/Treasurer), Anna K Sunderlin (Director) and Jessica L Rogers (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.