Anderson-Rogers Foundation Grant

Anderson-Rogers Foundation Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Anderson Rogers Foundation Inc
Last Updated: November 26, 2025

Summary

The Anderson-Rogers Foundation Grant supports U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations focused on environmental protection, animal welfare, climate change mitigation, and social support. Established in 2001, this family foundation prioritizes innovative projects and general operating support for small organizations facing financial constraints. Note that applicants must first submit a letter of inquiry, as the foundation does not fund scholarships or grants to individuals or religious organizations, nor does it support organizations outside the U.S.

Overview

NOTE: Before submitting a complete proposal, applicants must send a brief letter of inquiry. The pre-application letter is not an optional step; please do not send a full proposal.  Due to the volume of requests and budgetary limitations, we unfortunately have to decline most submissions. If we decide to move forward with your organization's proposal, we will contact you for more information within twelve weeks. We are not able to provide updates or feedback on initial submissions. The Anderson-Rogers Foundation is a small family foundation created in 2001 by the descendants of John G. and Sallie Haynes Anderson and Charles H. and Bertha Harper Rogers. Initial funding was provided by Porter W. Anderson, Jr., whose co-invention of a widely administered vaccine for bacterial meningitis brought him wealth too late in life to enjoy squandering it. The Foundation is particularly interested in funding programs in the following areas: Environmental protection, including programs to preserve and     restore habitat and protect endangered animals.Animal WelfareClimate change mitigation​Promotion and implementation of environmentally sound agricultural practices and food systems; food security.Social support programs and community building.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. The Anderson-Rogers Foundation makes grants to U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations that address a variety of social and environmental needs.

Ineligibility

The Foundation does not fund scholarships or make grants to individuals or religious organizations. With the exception of current grantees, we do not support organizations outside of the United States.