Mary Stuart Rogers Foundation
The Mary Stuart Rogers Foundation is a private foundation established in 1985 and based in Modesto, California. It operates as a family foundation with a broad philanthropic focus, supporting various charitable causes primarily through grants to educational institutions, social service agencies, arts organizations, and community programs across multiple states.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$7.2M
-0.5% YoY
Annual Giving
$657K
-1.5% YoY
Grant Count
36
+0.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$18K
-1.5% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation gives primarily for higher education, with a particular emphasis on scholarships for students from elementary school through college. Beyond education, the foundation supports Catholic schools and institutions, social service agencies, arts groups, and community organizations. The foundation does not specify narrow subject areas, indicating a potentially broad philanthropic focus.
Grantmaking
The foundation is active in grant distribution, awarding approximately $667,000 annually across multiple grants. In 2023, the foundation made 38 grants, with recent notable grants including:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation operates primarily in California, with funding concentrated in cities including Modesto, Sacramento, and Stockton. It also supports projects in Massachusetts. The foundation has established a notable scholarship program with several hundred Rogers Scholars at California State University, Stanislaus, and supports educational institutions across multiple states.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets: $7.28 million (as of 2023)
Annual Revenue: $794,486 (2023)
Annual Expenses: $862,116 (2023)
Total Giving: $667,125 (2023)
Revenue Composition (2023):
- Total grants and contributions: $300,000
- Investment income and dividends: $271,802
The foundation's expense ratio indicates it spends approximately 108.5% of annual revenue on programs, reflecting draws from its asset base.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $7,249,747 | $7,284,728 | $7,355,273 |
| Revenue | $814,571 | $794,486 | $603,375 |
| Expenses | $794,787 | $862,116 | $1,148,122 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $656,892 | $667,125 | $929,096 |
| Net Investment Income | $644,960 | $279,806 | $91,305 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
190 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Modesto Children's Museum ($125,000), Learningquest Stanislaus Literacy C ($65,000), University of California Merced ($50,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| PIONEER VALLEY SYMPHONY GREENFIELD, MA | GENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | $10,000 |
| STANISLAUS PARTNERS IN EDUCATION MODESTO, CA | GENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | $7,000 |
| OPERA MODESTO MODESTO, CA | GENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | $20,000 |
| CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL MODESTO, CA | GENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | $12,500 |
| ST BERNARDS SCHOOL TRACY, CA | GENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | $12,000 |
| ST STANISLAUS CATHOIC SCHOOL MODESTO, CA | GENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | $15,000 |
| SACRED HEARTH CATHOLIC SCHOOL OF PA PATTERSON, CA | GENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | $18,000 |
| THE JACK AND BUENA FOUNDATION MODESTO, CA | GENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | $40,000 |
| THE SALVATION ARMY RED SHIELD MODESTO, CA | GENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | $5,100 |
| SOCIETY OF ST VINCENT DE PAUL SACRE PATTERSON, CA | GENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSE | $2,500 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The foundation is led by John Stuart Rogers, who serves as President, and June Rogers, who serves as Secretary. Both serve without compensation.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JOHN STUART ROGERS | President | 20 | — |
| JUNE ROGERS | Secretary | 1 | — |
| LOUIS FRIEDMAN | Director | — | — |
| BEVERLY LABELLE | BOARD MEMBER | — | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation continues to support its Rogers Scholars program, with 2025 Rogers Scholars recently announced as continuing a legacy of leadership and service. The foundation has historically been a major philanthropic force in the San Joaquin Valley region, having spent more than $99 million over the past decade on initiatives supporting children, food security, hospice care, and community development.
Rogers Concert 2025 Program \u2022 Music - Lewis & Clark CollegeThe foundation was instrumental in supporting the $15 million endowment for the Gallo Center for the Arts, which helped catalyze the broader $40 million fundraising effort for the venue. Since its opening in 2007, the center has attracted over 400,000 attendees and more than 4,000 donors.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Mary Stuart Rogers Foundation fund?
The foundation gives primarily for higher education, with a particular emphasis on scholarships for students from elementary school through college. Beyond education, the foundation supports Catholic schools and institutions, social service agencies, arts groups, and community organizations. The foundation does not specify narrow subject areas, indicating a potentially broad philanthropic focus.
How do I apply for a grant from Mary Stuart Rogers Foundation?
The foundation is active in grant distribution, awarding approximately $667,000 annually across multiple grants. In 2023, the foundation made 38 grants, with recent notable grants including: • $125,000 to Modesto Children's Museum (2023) • $55,000 to Associated Students Inc California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo (2023) • $40,000 to The Jack and Buena Foundation (2024) • $1,000 to Stanislaus Library Foundation (2024) The foundation indicates it is open to new applicants.
Where does Mary Stuart Rogers Foundation make grants?
The foundation operates primarily in California, with funding concentrated in cities including Modesto, Sacramento, and Stockton. It also supports projects in Massachusetts. The foundation has established a notable scholarship program with several hundred Rogers Scholars at California State University, Stanislaus, and supports educational institutions across multiple states.
What size grants does Mary Stuart Rogers Foundation award?
In 2024, Mary Stuart Rogers Foundation awarded 36 grants totaling $657K — an average of about $18K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Mary Stuart Rogers Foundation's EIN?
Mary Stuart Rogers Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 77-0099519. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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