German American Society
Preselected recipients only
German American Society is a private foundation in Portland, Oregon. In tax year 2024 it gave $17,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$17,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$9.9 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $10,593 the year before.
100% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $10,593 | 3 | $9.8 million |
| 2024 | $17,000 | 3 | $9.9 million |
How to apply
German American Society 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 German American Society funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 2 | $12,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chemetka Community College | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Washington State University | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Portland State University | Scholarship | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Annette Kienberger
- Steven Easterday
- Rebecca Sievers
- Hermann Stepberger
- Karla Marzineck
- Gerhard Letzing
- Dirk Pollworth
- Doris Oldenburg
- Randy Abbott
- Christian Stehr
- Judy-Ann Jacobs
- Uwe Plumhoff
- Hans Boehm
- Mallory Hartwig
- Neal Spinler
Questions people ask
Does German American Society accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does German American Society give?
$17,000 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs German American Society?
Its 2024 filing lists Annette Kienberger (President), Steven Easterday (Vice President), Rebecca Sievers (Secretary) and Hermann Stepberger (Treasurer) among 15 officers and trustees.
What does German American Society fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.