The Rogers Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Rogers Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Morristown, Tennessee. In tax year 2024 it gave $133,850 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $1,250 and the largest $40,000. 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$133,850
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$1,250
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$300,761
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2024 was up from $128,670 the year before.
31% 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 | $128,670 | 26 | $182,342 |
| 2024 | $133,850 | 29 | $300,761 |
How to apply
The Rogers 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 Rogers Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 26 | $126,600 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,250 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 14 Ministries | Donation | $40,000 |
| United Way | Donation | $31,450 |
| HC Excell | Donation | $14,000 |
| Cato Institute | Donation | $5,000 |
| Holston Home for Children | Donation | $5,000 |
| Morristown Hamblen Hosp Foundation | Donation | $4,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Morristown | Donation | $3,750 |
| Rotary Am Foundation | Donation | $3,000 |
| Helen Ross McNabb Foundation | Donation | $2,700 |
| First Presbyterian Church | Donation | $2,500 |
| Girls Inc | Donation | $2,500 |
| Hope & Thrive Academy | Donation | $2,500 |
| Lakeway Fca | Donation | $2,000 |
| Ridin' High | Donation | $2,000 |
| Walters State Community College | Scholarship | $1,250 |
| Georgia Southern University | Scholarship | $1,250 |
| Knights of Columbus | Donation | $1,200 |
| Boy Scouts of America | Donation | $1,000 |
| Morristown West High Sch | Donation - golf | $1,000 |
| University of Kentucky | Donation | $1,000 |
| Tennessee Food on Foot Foundation | Donation | $1,000 |
| Junior Achievement of East TN | Donation | $1,000 |
| Lakeway Casa | Donation | $1,000 |
| Friends of Hospice | Donation | $1,000 |
| Stepping Out Inc | Donation | $1,000 |
| Polly Boyd Scholarship Fund | Donation | $500 |
| Senior Citizen Center | Donation | $500 |
| Morristown East High Football Boost | Donation | $500 |
| East Tennessee PBS | Donation | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Donald C Rogers
- Stephanie Liposki
Questions people ask
Does The Rogers Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Rogers Foundation Inc give?
$133,850 in tax year 2024, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $1,250.
Who runs The Rogers Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Donald C Rogers (President) and Stephanie Liposki (Secretary).
What does The Rogers Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and education.