The Federated Church of Columbus Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
The Federated Church of Columbus Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Columbus, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $55,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $5,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$55,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$1.1 million
Giving in 2025 was up from $48,000 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $48,000 | 8 | $973,998 |
| 2024 | $48,000 | 8 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $55,000 | 11 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Its grants go to individuals, not organizations. Every grant in its 2025 filing was paid to an individual (for example a scholarship or assistance with costs), so it is not a funding prospect for a nonprofit.
| Contact | Federated Church Foundation 2704 15th Street, Columbus, NE 68601 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (402) 563-4500 |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Federated Church of Columbus Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 11 | $55,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John Petersen
- Marv Zoucha
- Marcia Grant
- Max Porter
- Doug Williams
- Larry Mares
- Terry Millard
Questions people ask
Does The Federated Church of Columbus Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Federated Church of Columbus Foundation Inc give?
$55,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Federated Church of Columbus Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists John Petersen (Secretary), Marv Zoucha (Treasurer), Marcia Grant (VP) and Max Porter (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The Federated Church of Columbus Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.