Sophia and Elmer Oerter Charitable Foundation
Historical FunderColumbia, Illinois · EIN 37-1213789 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,600 and $26,250.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | THERESA GAIL HOLCOMB |
|---|---|
| Address | 121 WEST LEGION AVENNUE, COLUMBIA IL 62236 |
| Phone | 6182817111 |
| Form and materials | LETTER INCLUDING DESCRIPTION AND USE OF MONIES REQUESTED |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
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
0% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia American Legion Post 581 | Columbia, IL | Parking lot and pavilion | $75,000 |
| Immaculate Conception Parish | Columbia, IL | Capital projects grant | $26,250 |
| Regional Office of Education | Waterloo, IL | High school awards expenses | $19,802 |
| Maple Grove Civic Association | Columbia, IL | Parking lot paving | $18,600 |
| Boy Scouts of America | Belleville, IL | Children's camp activities | $10,000 |
| Monroe County Illinois | Waterloo, IL | Community memorial bench | $1,600 |
| Waterloo American Legion Post 6504 | Waterloo, IL | Historical books | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $152,252 | 7 |
| 2023 | $167,738 | 13 |
| 2022 | $181,217 | 14 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 14, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202513189349101201
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 37-1213789
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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