Raymond L and Rita M Metzner Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Raymond L and Rita M Metzner Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Osceola, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $47,816 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $9,300. 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$47,816
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$9,300
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2025 was up from $26,758 the year before.
39% 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 | $22,636 | 13 | $930,611 |
| 2024 | $26,758 | 15 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $47,816 | 23 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
Raymond L and Rita M Metzner Charitable Foundation 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.
What Raymond L and Rita M Metzner Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 12 | $24,600 |
| Maryland | 1 | $9,300 |
| Arizona | 1 | $2,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $2,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Catholic Relief Services | Aid families with special needs | $9,300 |
| Lexington Community Foundation | Provide support at fund raising acti | $8,000 |
| Open Door Mission | Aid homeless | $3,800 |
| People's City Mission | Aid homeless | $3,000 |
| Turning Point USA | Education of american values | $2,500 |
| Catholic Social Services | Aid families with special needs | $2,000 |
| Focus on the Family | To be led by the holy sprit in shari | $2,000 |
| Time of Grace Ministry | A reason for hope | $2,000 |
| Tunnels to Towers | Help families of 9/11 1st responders | $2,000 |
| Columbus Rescue Mission | Religious ministry to aid homeless | $1,500 |
| Father Flanagan's Boys Home | Support services for children/famili | $1,000 |
| Fresh Start Inc | Transitional shelter for women | $1,000 |
| Friendship Home of Lincoln Inc | Provide emergency shelter | $1,000 |
| Human Life International | Build a pro-life, pro-family world | $1,000 |
| Matt Talbot Kitchen and Outreach | Defeat hunger and homelessness | $1,000 |
| NE Coaltion for Life Inc Education Trust Fund | Educational assistance | $1,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Health training for expectingmothers | $1,000 |
| St Jude's Children's Research Hospi | Research hospital for children | $1,000 |
| St Peter's Catholic Church | Provide spiritual guidance | $1,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project Inc | To support 9/11 veterans | $1,000 |
| World Vision | 3 sponsor children | $936 |
| City of God | Spreading the gospel message | $480 |
| Spirit Catholic Radio | Broadcast christian music & programs | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Raymond L Metzner
- Ann M Hopwood
- Mark Metzner
Questions people ask
Does Raymond L and Rita M Metzner Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Raymond L and Rita M Metzner Charitable Foundation give?
$47,816 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Raymond L and Rita M Metzner Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Raymond L Metzner (Pres/Treas), Ann M Hopwood (Vice Pres) and Mark Metzner (Secretary).
What does Raymond L and Rita M Metzner Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and housing and homelessness.