Florence Rogers Charitable Trust
The Florence Rogers Charitable Trust is a private foundation based in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Its 2026 grants supported organizations working in areas including education, health, arts and culture, emergency assistance, and community services.
Florence Rogers Charitable Trust at a glance
In short: Florence Rogers Charitable Trust gave $230K across 35 grants in 2026 (avg $7K), mostly in North Carolina. 11% of 2026 grantees were new. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $230,160
- -3.9% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 35
- -10.3% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $6,576
- +7.1% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $5,000
- Total assets
- $3,310,375
- -1.6% vs 2025
- New grantees (estimate)
- 11% first-time grantees (4 of 35, 2026)
- Primary geography
- North Carolina (99% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Florence Rogers Charitable Trust
- How to Apply
Applicants should submit a complete statement explaining the grant’s necessity and purpose, the project’s significance and expected accomplishments, a detailed budget showing how all funds will be spent, and a…
Applicants should submit a complete statement explaining the grant’s necessity and purpose, the project’s significance and expected accomplishments, a detailed budget showing how all funds will be spent, and a statement that the organization will report at project completion on how funds were spent. The trust considers requests on their merits, with primary emphasis on organizations operating in Fayetteville and Cumberland County or southeastern North Carolina, and on “seed money” for new ideas; it prefers not to become involved with established programs seeking new revenues.
- Review Cycle
- Applications are accepted anytime. The trust states that it will provide notice of approval, rejection, or requests for additional information within 30 days.
- Deadline
- Applications are accepted anytime.
- Contact
Application contact: The Florence Rogers Charitable Trus
Mailing address: PO Box 36006, Fayetteville, NC 28303
Phone: (910) 484-2033
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Florence Rogers Charitable Trust funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Methodist University ($35K). Together the top 10 received $150K.
Grant Size Distribution
168 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 168 grants of 168 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2026, 99% of grant dollars went to recipients in North Carolina and 1% to recipients in South Carolina. The trust states that it places primary emphasis on requests from organizations operating in Fayetteville and Cumberland County or southeastern North Carolina, while considering requests from any location on their merits.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 35 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Florence Rogers Charitable Trust open to new grantees?
11%
first-time grantees, 2026
In 2026, 4 of 35 grantees (11%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $1K; repeat grants $7K. How we count
Medians: $1K first-time, $5K repeat.
- 83% of 2026 grantees were also funded in 2025. Method
- Giving grew 20% from 2023 to 2026. Method
- In 2026 it paid out 108% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2021–2026). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $191K (2023) to $265K (2022). In 2026 it made 35 grants totaling $230K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Methodist University Fayetteville, NC | Patho Simulator Equipment | $35,355 |
| Better Health of Cumberland County Fayetteville, NC | Diabetes Management & Direct Aid Services | $20,000 |
| Cape Fear Botanical Garden Fayetteville, NC | Interacting Kaleidoscope Program | $20,000 |
| Cape Fear Regional Theatre Fayetteville, NC | Student Matinee Series | $17,500 |
| American Red Cross Fayetteville, NC | Disaster Response & Preparedness | $10,000 |
| Fayetteville Urban Ministry Fayetteville, NC | Food Emergency Assistance Program | $10,000 |
| FTCC Foundation Fayetteville, NC | Client Aid and Counseling | $10,000 |
| Praise Fellowship Church of God Fayetteville, NC | Christmas for Children | $10,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House of Charities Durham, NC | Medical Treatment for Families | $10,000 |
| NC Symphony Raleigh, NC | Music Education Programs | $7,500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $3,310,375 | $531,708 | $573,001 | $230,160 | 35 | $321,859 | $286,204 | $296,860 |
| 2025 | $3,364,061 | $425,002 | $486,818 | $239,528 | 39 | $304,682 | $244,542 | $279,771 |
| 2024 | $3,423,479 | $356,361 | $472,989 | $200,743 | 27 | $259,469 | $146,053 | $267,152 |
| 2023 | $3,541,054 | $134,077 | $441,364 | $191,415 | 30 | $253,827 | $92,463 | $265,764 |
| 2022 | $3,847,131 | $433,401 | $537,021 | $265,010 | 37 | $325,463 | $223,918 | $301,277 |
| 2021 | $3,948,383 | $240,758 | $481,546 | $216,747 | 34 | — | $62,879 | $280,570 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Florence Rogers Charitable Trust reported a distributable amount of $297K for 2026 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the trust is provided. Its 2026 grants went to organizations including Methodist University, which describes its purpose as providing undergraduate and graduate education grounded in the liberal arts; Better Health of Cumberland County, which says it addresses unmet health needs through education, assistance, and referral; and Cape Fear Botanical Garden, which describes work in nature, conservation, education, research, and community arts and culture.
Other 2026 recipients included Fayetteville Urban Ministry, whose stated mission is to show compassion for neighbors in need; Vision Resource Center, which provides services for blind and visually impaired people; and AGAPE Pregnancy Support Services, which assists with pregnancy and the care of infants and children.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2026, the trust made 35 grants totaling $230,160. Awards ranged from $452 to $35,355, with a median grant of $5,000. The largest listed award was $35,355 to Methodist University for patho simulator equipment. Other notable grants included $20,000 to Better Health of Cumberland County for diabetes management and direct aid services; $20,000 to Cape Fear Botanical Garden for its Interacting Kaleidoscope program; and $17,500 to Cape Fear Regional Theatre for its student matinee series.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2026 filing lists Jesse Tally and J William Lambert as co-trustees.
Florence Rogers Charitable Trust's 2026 filing lists 2 officers; all 2 officers listed in 2026 are compensated.
Officers on the 2026 filing
J. William Lambert
Co-Trustee
On filings since 2021
10 hrs/week
$20K (2021) → $20K (2026)
Jesse Tally
Co-Trustee
On filings since 2021
10 hrs/week
$20K (2021) → $20K (2026)
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2026. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2026 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2026 filing was $20K, to Jesse Tally (Co-Trustee). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Florence Rogers Charitable Trust
How much does Florence Rogers Charitable Trust give each year?
Florence Rogers Charitable Trust gave $230K across 35 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2025 it gave $240K across 39 grants.
What is Florence Rogers Charitable Trust's typical grant size?
Florence Rogers Charitable Trust's median grant in 2026 was $5,000, and its average grant was $6,576, across 35 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Florence Rogers Charitable Trust that year got $1K on average.
Where does Florence Rogers Charitable Trust give grants?
Florence Rogers Charitable Trust gives mostly in North Carolina: 99% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Fayetteville, NC (28 grants), Raleigh, NC (2 grants) and Spring Lake, NC (2 grants).
Does Florence Rogers Charitable Trust give general operating support?
Not in 2026: none of the 35 grants with a stated purpose on Florence Rogers Charitable Trust's 2026 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support.
Who are Florence Rogers Charitable Trust's largest grantees?
Florence Rogers Charitable Trust's largest 2026 grantees include Methodist University ($35,355), Better Health of Cumberland County ($20,000) and Cape Fear Botanical Garden ($20,000), according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 33% of its itemized 2026 grant dollars.
How large is Florence Rogers Charitable Trust?
Florence Rogers Charitable Trust reported $3.3M in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $322K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $297K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Florence Rogers Charitable Trust fund?
No mission statement for the trust is provided. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Florence Rogers Charitable Trust?
Applicants should submit a complete statement explaining the grant’s necessity and purpose, the project’s significance and expected accomplishments, a detailed budget showing how all funds will be spent, and a… Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Florence Rogers Charitable Trust's EIN?
Florence Rogers Charitable Trust's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 56-6074515. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2026.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS May 14, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
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