George&marion Buerkel Oscar&ella Zoellner Fdn
Preselected recipients only
George&marion Buerkel Oscar&ella Zoellner Fdn is a private foundation in North Powder, Oregon. In tax year 2025 it gave $133,400 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $5,250 and the largest $41,900. 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$133,400
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$5,250
- Largest grant$41,900
- Assets$3.3 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was down from $162,174 the year before.
11% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $138,666 | 15 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $162,174 | 11 | $3.1 million |
| 2025 | $133,400 | 12 | $3.3 million |
How to apply
George&marion Buerkel Oscar&ella Zoellner Fdn 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 George&marion Buerkel Oscar&ella Zoellner Fdn funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 8 | $100,900 |
| Idaho | 2 | $16,500 |
| Utah | 2 | $16,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Various Eo Community Grants | Various community grants | $41,900 |
| Easten Oregon University | Scholarships | $28,500 |
| Individual | Scholarships | $12,500 |
| Utah State | Scholarships | $12,000 |
| Blue Mt Comm College | Scholarships | $8,000 |
| Oregon State Univ | Scholarship | $5,500 |
| Shriners Hospitl for Children | Community grant | $5,000 |
| Baker Co Fair HW | Community grant | $4,000 |
| Baker Co Livestock | Connunity grant | $4,000 |
| Individual | Community grant | $4,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $4,000 |
| Lewis-Clark State College | Scholarship | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bruce Henderson
- Young Henderson
- Allen Bingham
- Elmer Hill
- Steve Jones
- Jane Bohn
Questions people ask
Does George&marion Buerkel Oscar&ella Zoellner Fdn accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does George&marion Buerkel Oscar&ella Zoellner Fdn give?
$133,400 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $5,250.
Who runs George&marion Buerkel Oscar&ella Zoellner Fdn?
Its 2025 filing lists Bruce Henderson (Director), Young Henderson (President), Allen Bingham (Treasurer) and Elmer Hill (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does George&marion Buerkel Oscar&ella Zoellner Fdn fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.