Optimist Club of Loch Raven Maryland Foundation Inc
Historical FunderTowson, Maryland · EIN 52-1973885 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $250 and $1,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | DAVE MENZEL |
|---|---|
| Address | 8719 GREEN PASTURE DRIVE, TOWSON MD 21286 |
| Phone | 4108217264 |
| Form and materials | DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF REQUEST AND AMOUNT OF REQUEST |
| Deadlines | N/A |
| Restrictions | N/A |
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
36% of grants went outside Maryland.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wreaths Across America | Columbia Falls, ME | Unrestricted | $9,750 |
| Bello Machre | Glen Burnie, MD | Unrestricted | $1,200 |
| Shop With a Cop | Baltimore, MD | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Fulfiling the Promise | Fiarfax Station, VA | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Patterson Mills Ptsa | Bel Air, MD | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Loyola Clinical | Baltimore, MD | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Veterans (Varhcs) | Washington, DC | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Hoby Maryland | Townson, MD | Unrestricted | $450 |
| Raven Roost #52 | Glen Burnie, MD | Unrestricted | $250 |
| Wtr Community Association | Bridgton, MD | Unrestricted | $200 |
| Children Care Family Support | Richmond, VA | Unrestricted | $200 |
The return also lists 3 grants to individuals ($5,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $20,550 | 14 |
| 2023 | $12,267 | 7 |
| 2022 | Unknown | 0 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Aug 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202642239349100509
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 52-1973885
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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