International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 659
The objects of the international brotherhood of electrical workers are:to organize all workers in the entire electrical industry in the local union 659 jurisdiction of the united states and canada, including all those in public utilities and electrical manufacturing, into local unions,to promote reasonable methods of work,to cultivate feelings of friendship among those of our industry,to settle all disputes between employers and employees by arbitration (if possible),to assist each other in sickness or distress,to secure employment,to reduce the hours of daily labor,to secure adequate pay for our work,to seek a higher and higher standard of living,to seek security for the individual,and by legal and proper means to elevate the moral, intellectual and social conditions of our members, their families and dependents, in the interest of a higher standard of citizenship.
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 659 at a glance
In short: International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 659 gave $16K across 2 grants in 2024 (avg $8K), mostly in Oregon. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $15,820
- -84.2% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 2
- +100.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $7,910
- -92.1% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $7,910
- Total assets
- $4,937,654
- +19.7% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Oregon (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 659 funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was NW Pacific Lineman Rodeo ($10K). Together the top 2 received $16K.
Grant Size Distribution
8 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 7 grants of 8 (88%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 2 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $16K (2024) to $100K (2023). In 2024 it made 2 grants totaling $16K.
Hatched bars: grants paid as reported on the IRS filing, which lists no individual grants for that year.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| NW Pacific Lineman Rodeo Portland, OR | Gen'l Support for Rodeo-100 Served | $10,000 |
| Crater Lake Elecical JATC Central Point, OR | Nat'l Training & Contest-35 Served | $5,820 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,937,654 | $5,136,618 | $4,417,573 | $15,820 | 2 | $202,348 |
| 2023 | $4,125,444 | $4,749,947 | $4,066,704 | $100,000 | 1 | $104,773 |
| 2022 | $3,202,601 | $3,991,003 | $3,645,797 | $35,000 | 2 | $-24,867 |
| 2021 | $3,284,171 | $3,853,441 | $3,262,563 | $27,850 | Total only | $128,789 |
| 2020 | $2,682,903 | $3,545,759 | $2,872,469 | $23,078 | 3 | $81,379 |
"Total only": grants paid as reported on the IRS filing, which lists no individual grants for that year.
About International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 659
Based on IRS filings
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 659 is a public charity, based in Central Point, OR. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $4.9M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 2 grants totaling $16K. Net investment income was $202K.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 659 is led by Jeff Anderson, President on every filing since 2020; all 14 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Jeff Anderson
President
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
$2K (2020) → $3K (2024)
Craig Woods
Board Member
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
$2K (2020) → $3K (2024)
Donald McElroy
Assistant Busi Mngr
Assistant Bus Mnger → Assistant Busi Mngr, 2022
On filings since 2020
46 hrs/week
$144K (2020) → $169K (2024)
Kathleen D. Joy
Secretary
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
$3K (2020) → $3K (2024)
Matt Eilenberger
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
$2K (2020) → $2K (2024)
Michael Scarminach
Board Member
Financial Secretary → Board Member, 2023
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
$160K (2020) → $2K (2024)
Robert Atkinson
Vice President
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
$3K (2020) → $8K (2024)
Christopher Farrell
Board Member
On filings since 2021
0.5 hrs/week
$5K (2021) → $2K (2024)
Michael Meek
Assistant Busi Mngr
Assistant Bus Mnger → Assistant Busi Mngr, 2022
On filings since 2021
46 hrs/week
$136K (2021) → $163K (2024)
Shane Long
Board Member
On filings since 2021
0.5 hrs/week
$2K (2021) → $2K (2024)
Thomas Hutton
Assistant Busi Mngr
Assistant Bus Mnger → Assistant Busi Mngr, 2022
On filings since 2021
46 hrs/week
$136K (2021) → $163K (2024)
Nicholas Carpenter
Financial Secretary
Ass't Busi Mgnr → Financial Secretary, 2023
On filings since 2022
49 hrs/week
$144K (2022) → $183K (2024)
Ryan Smith
Development Coordinator
Ass't Busi Mgnr → Development Coordinator, 2024
On filings since 2023
46 hrs/week
$153K (2023) → $163K (2024)
Johnny Walker
Ass't Busi Mgnr
New on the 2024 filing
46 hrs/week
$158K (2024)
Former officers (7)
- Former: Jon Flegel (2020–2023) — Financial Secretary
- Former: James Davidson (2022–2023) — Ass't Busi Mgnr
- Former: Kathy McUne (2020–2021) — Office Representative
- Former: Mark Nelson (2020–2021) — Organizer & Bus Mgnr
- Former: Anthony Adkinson (2020) — Board Member
- Former: Jeff Brown (2020) — Assistant Bus Mnger
- Former: Julie Smitherman (2020) — Board Member
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $183K, to Nicholas Carpenter (Financial Sec). 14 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 659
How much does International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 659 give each year?
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 659 gave $16K across 2 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $100K across 1 grant.
How large is International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 659?
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 659 reported $4.9M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $5.1M.
Where does International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 659 operate?
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 659 has awarded grants in Oregon, Washington.
What is International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 659's EIN?
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 659's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 93-0196211. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 10, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 14, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 15, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 15, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 12, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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