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The James Samuel Rogers Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based approach, making grants by invitation only. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals, which means potential grantees must establish connections prior to applying for funding. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

COUNCIL ON AGING - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Irvine, CA
$153K
28%

ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
IRVINE, CA
$52.1K
10%

FRIENDS OF LA ANIMAL SHELTERS
Beverly Hills, CA
$42K
8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE JAMES SAMUEL ROGERS FOUNDATION?
No. THE JAMES SAMUEL ROGERS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE JAMES SAMUEL ROGERS FOUNDATION give?
THE JAMES SAMUEL ROGERS FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California, District Of Columbia, and Connecticut. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE JAMES SAMUEL ROGERS FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE JAMES SAMUEL ROGERS FOUNDATION fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $1,824. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE JAMES SAMUEL ROGERS FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE JAMES SAMUEL ROGERS FOUNDATION awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $42 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE JAMES SAMUEL ROGERS FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE JAMES SAMUEL ROGERS FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include COUNCIL ON AGING - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA, ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, and FRIENDS OF LA ANIMAL SHELTERS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE JAMES SAMUEL ROGERS FOUNDATION?
THE JAMES SAMUEL ROGERS FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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