Elsie M O'connell Testamentary Tr
Historical FunderGlenwood, Iowa · EIN 39-6785837 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,667 and $5,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | LINDSEY SCHOMAKER |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 431, GLENWOOD IA 51534 |
| Phone | 7125273157 |
| Form and materials | GRADUATE OF GLENWOOD COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL IN GLENOOD, IOWA WITH A GRADE POINT AVERAGE OF AT LEAST 2.75. |
| Deadlines | STUDENTS WILL SUBMIT AN ESSAY ONCE A YEAR. |
| Restrictions | 1) STUDENTS MUST DEMONSTRATE A KNOWLEDGE OF THE DIFFERENT FORMS OF GOVERNMENT AND DISPLAY A SENSEOF PATRIOTISM IN THEIR SUBMITTED ESSAY. 2) MUST HAVE A GRADE POINT AVERAGE OF 2.75. |
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
71% of grants went outside Iowa.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Arizona | Tucson, AZ | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Unversity Nebraska Omaha | Omaha, NE | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Iowa State University | Ames, IA | Scholarships | $3,000 |
| Northwestern College | Orange City, IA | Scholarships | $2,500 |
| University Nebraska Lincoln | Lincoln, NE | Scholarships | $2,500 |
| California Polytechnic State Univer | San Luis Obispo, CA | Scholarships | $1,667 |
| Missouri State University | Springfield, MO | Scholarships | $1,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $21,167 | 7 |
| 2024 | $29,000 | 4 |
| 2023 | $30,000 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 15, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611059349100621
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 39-6785837
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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