Centra Foundation Inc is a private 501(c)(3) foundation based in Columbus, Indiana. Founded in 2012, it serves as the charitable arm of Centra Credit Union and is dedicated to the philosophy of "people helping people." The foundation provides financial support to nonprofit organizations located where Centra members live and work.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$333K
+31.5% YoY
Grant Count
67
+13.6% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$5K
+15.8% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The Centra Foundation seeks to create value for members, team members, and communities through charitable giving. The foundation's impact areas include:
- Financial empowerment
- Scholarships and career development
- Social responsibility
- Emergent community needs
The foundation focuses on three primary philanthropic efforts: scholarships, financial education, and community action.
Grantmaking
Average Grant
amount: $222–$85,000
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily serves communities where Centra Credit Union members and employees live and work, with emphasis on:
- Columbus, Indiana
- Indianapolis, Indiana
- Additional service areas in Indiana, New York, and North Carolina
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
2023 Financial Summary:
- Total assets: $30,890
- Total revenues: $254,670
- Total expenses: $273,361
- Total liabilities: $0
- Grants and contributions: $254,609
- Investment income and dividends: $61
Funding Sources: The Centra Foundation is funded by Centra Credit Union, members, team members, and community and business partners.
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Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
239 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADAM MANN | VOTING MEMBER | 1.5 | — |
| BOBBI BROWNING | VOTING MEMBER | 1.5 | — |
| BRAD DAVIS | VOTING MEMBER | 1.5 | — |
| DIANA DUNN | VOTING MEMBER | 1.5 | — |
| HEATHER SHAFER | VOTING MEMBER | 1.5 | — |
| JAMES MURRAY | VOTING MEMBER | 1.5 | — |
| JENNI CARR | VOTING MEMBER | 1.5 | — |
| KARL KISSINGER | VOTING MEMBER | 1.5 | — |
| TELICIA WHITE | VOTING MEMBER | 1.5 | — |
| KEVINA SHUMAKER | CHAIR | 1.5 | — |
| MARQUES JOHNSON | VICE CHAIR | 1.5 | — |
| ADDIE BODE | SECRETARY | 1.5 | — |
| SARAH STAIR | TREASURER | 1.5 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The Centra Foundation announced in January 2026 that scholarship applications for the 2026 Loretta M. Burd Scholarship Program are open, with 34 scholarships to be awarded to graduating high school seniors and adult students for fall 2026.
Centra Foundation receives $450,000 grant from Al Stroobants Foundation toIn December 2024, Centra members, team members, and community members raised more than $70,400 through the Holiday Giving Program to support local children in need across multiple communities served by Centra.
Centra Foundation receives $450K grant from Al Stroobants Foundation to supportSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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