Robertson Family Foundation Inc
Historical FunderRoanoke, Virginia · EIN 54-2036566 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2025)$879K
Organizations funded44
Typical grant$12,500
Total assets$15.5M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $18,468.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | BJ ROBERTSON EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR |
|---|---|
| Address | 3130 CHAPARRAL DRIVE STE 108, ROANOKE VA 24018 |
| Phone | 5405957876 |
| ROBERTSONFAMILYFOUND@GMAIL.COM | |
| Form and materials | INFORMATION ON THE ROBERTSON FAMILY FOUNDATION, INC.'S GRANT PROCESS IS LOCATED ON THE FOUNDATION'S WEBSITE., WWW.THEROBERTSONFAMILYFOUNDATION.ORG. |
| Deadlines | GRANT SUBMISSION DEADLINES ARE POSTED ON THE FOUNDATION'S WEBSITE. |
| Restrictions | GUIDELINES ON GRANT RESTRICTIONS AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS ARE POSTED ON THE FOUNDATION'S WEBSITE AT WWW.THEROBERSTONFAMILYFOUNDATION.ORG. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
20% of grants went outside Virginia.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastlake Community Church | Moneta, VA | Bleachers for football field | $200,000 |
| Frankie Lemmon Foundation | Raleigh, NC | 1-3 grade expansion | $63,000 |
| Renewanation | Roanoke, VA | Chuch/Family and christian education programs | $50,000 |
| SPCA of Martinsville Henry Co | Martinsville, VA | New van | $39,169 |
| Carilion Foundation | Roanoke, VA | Mental health services children | $30,000 |
| Restoration Housing | Roanoke, VA | Elderly affordable housing | $30,000 |
| Hope Nc | Chapel Hill, NC | Community access fund and pavilion construction | $25,000 |
| Mill Mountain Zoo | Roanoke, VA | Veterinary clinic equipment project | $25,000 |
| Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy | Moneta, VA | Scholarship program | $25,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity Franklin Co | Rocky Mount, VA | Critical home repairs | $21,000 |
| Healing Strides of Virginia | Boones Mill, VA | Equine-Assisted services | $20,000 |
| Esteamed Coffee | Cary, NC | Social events program | $18,468 |
| Renick Community Center | Renick, WV | General operating | $15,125 |
| Feeding American Swva | Salem, VA | General operation/food bank&distribution | $15,000 |
| Fruits of Labor (Seed Sowers Inc) | Meadow Bridge, WV | The seeds project | $15,000 |
| Gods Pit Crew | Danville, VA | Creative team equipment upgrades | $15,000 |
| Good Samaritan Hospice | Roanoke, VA | Hospice care | $15,000 |
| Local Office on Aging | Roanoke, VA | Meals on wheels program | $15,000 |
| Roanoke Valley SPCA | Roanoke, VA | Sara jane & mickey second chance fund/care fund | $15,000 |
| Sml Gives | Moneta, VA | Food distribution program | $15,000 |
| Roanoke Rescue Mission | Roanoke, VA | Women & childrens center playground | $12,891 |
| Agape Center | Moneta, VA | Facility improvements | $12,500 |
| Via Centers for Neurodevelopment | Roanoke, VA | Roanoke day school playground | $12,500 |
| American Adverting Federation of Roanoke | Roanoke, VA | Two episodes of buzz | $10,000 |
| Community Storehouse | Martinsville, VA | Food programs | $10,000 |
| Family Promise of Greater Roanoke | Roanoke, VA | Emergency family shelter program | $10,000 |
| Free Clinic of Franklin County | Rocky Mount, VA | Operating funds | $10,000 |
| Greenbrier Co Young Life | Lewisburg, WV | Intern program | $10,000 |
| Made 4 Me | Raleigh, NC | Making abilities possible | $10,000 |
| Mill Mountain Theater | Roanoke, VA | Young audiences program | $10,000 |
| Renovation Alliance | Roanoke, VA | General operating | $10,000 |
| Rx Partnership | Richmond, VA | Gen operating/access to medication program | $10,000 |
| St Francis Service Dogs | Roanoke, VA | Fund the training of a service dog | $10,000 |
| Young Life Martinsville Henry Co | Martinsville, VA | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Adult Center of Roanoke Valley | Salem, VA | Sue nutter scholarship fund | $10,000 |
| Free Roanoke | Roanoke, VA | General operating | $7,500 |
| 5 Points Music Foundation | Roanoke, VA | Group teletherapy for tbi & spinal cord injury survivors | $7,500 |
| Greensboro Cerebral Palsy Assn | Greensboro, NC | Communication boards | $7,225 |
| Salem Roanoke County Food Pantry | Salem, VA | Snack buddies | $6,500 |
| Salem Area Ecumenical Ministries | Salem, VA | Food support | $6,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Swva | Roanoke, VA | Power hour program | $5,000 |
| Samartians' Purse | Boone, NC | Disaster relief | $5,000 |
| West End Center | Roanoke, VA | Summer programs | $5,000 |
| Beyond Boundaries | Richmond, VA | Outdoor adventure roanoke | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $879,378 | 44 |
| 2024 | $634,040 | 39 |
| 2023 | $633,301 | 43 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641349349100234
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 54-2036566
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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