Mary Elizabeth Ober Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Mary Elizabeth Ober Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Nashville, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $101,700 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $15,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$101,700
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2025 was up from $95,900 the year before.
23% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $141,500 | 13 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $95,900 | 13 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $101,700 | 15 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Mary Elizabeth Ober Foundation Inc says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Mary Elizabeth Ober Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 15 | $101,700 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Brown County Playhouse | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Hilltop Christian Camp | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Reilly Children's Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Shepherd Community Inc | Charitable | $10,000 |
| St Peter's Lutheran Church School | Charitable | $10,000 |
| First Christian Church Preschool | Charitable | $8,800 |
| Area 10 Council on Aging | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Love Chapel Ecumenical Assembly of | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Ogilville Church Daycare | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Wfhbbloomington Community Radio | Charitable | $3,500 |
| God's Grace Inc | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Joy's House Adult Day Services | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Individual | Charitable | $2,400 |
| Crown Hill Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Ann Wallace
- Charles Wills
- Amy Leinart
Questions people ask
Does Mary Elizabeth Ober Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mary Elizabeth Ober Foundation Inc give?
$101,700 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Mary Elizabeth Ober Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Mary Ann Wallace (President), Charles Wills (Executive Direc) and Amy Leinart (Secretary).
What does Mary Elizabeth Ober Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and education.