Odd Fellows Temple Independent Order of Odd Fellows DC
ODD FELLOWS TEMPLE is a public charity based in Washington, DC. Formed in 1860, it supports the operations of the Temple and provides members with fellowship, growth, and service in the community; its 2024 filing also reports grants to organizations.
Odd Fellows Temple Independent Order of Odd Fellows DC at a glance
In short: Odd Fellows Temple Independent Order of Odd Fellows DC gave $455K across 14 grants in 2024 (avg $32K), mostly in District of Columbia. 29% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $454,579
- +71.6% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 14
- +27.3% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $32,470
- +34.8% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $11,000
- Total assets
- $16,175,906
- +7.4% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 29% first-time grantees (4 of 14, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- District of Columbia (91% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Odd Fellows Temple Independent Order of Odd Fellows DC
- Contact
Mailing address: 419 Seventh Street Nw, Washington, DC 20004
Phone: (202) 628-2654
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Odd Fellows Temple Independent Order of Odd Fellows DC funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Central Lodge #1 ($177K). Together the top 10 received $427K.
Grant Size Distribution
68 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 61 grants of 68 (90%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 91% of grant dollars went to recipients in DC, 5% to Maryland, 2% to Kentucky, and 1% to Virginia.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 14 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Odd Fellows Temple Independent Order of Odd Fellows DC open to new grantees?
29%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 4 of 14 grantees (29%) were first-time recipients. With only 14 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 7 points. First grants averaged $8K; repeat grants $42K. How we count
Medians: $8K first-time, $23K repeat.
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $265K (2023) to $455K (2024). In 2024 it made 14 grants totaling $455K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Central Lodge #1 Washington, DC | To Assist the Organization | $176,800 |
| Columbian Encampment #1 Washington, DC | To Assist the Organization | $64,800 |
| Grand Lodge IOOF Temple Washington, DC | To Assist the Organization | $59,600 |
| Columbia Lodge #10 Washington, DC | To Assist the Organization | $36,900 |
| Special Olympics DC Washington, DC | To Assist the Organization | $34,000 |
| Story Tapestries Germantown, MD | To Assist the Organization | $11,000 |
| Dav Donation Erlanger, KY | To Assist the Organization | $11,000 |
| Martha's Table Washington, DC | To Assist the Organization | $11,000 |
| House of Ruth Washington, DC | To Assist the Organization | $11,000 |
| Children's Inn Bethesda, MD | To Assist the Organization | $10,550 |
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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 | $16,175,906 | $376,712 | $871,144 | $454,579 | 14 | $90,443 |
| 2023 | $15,059,420 | $833,866 | $662,995 | $264,905 | 11 | $241,751 |
| 2022 | $14,548,746 | $837,496 | $753,486 | $307,693 | 16 | $223,214 |
| 2021 | $15,985,937 | $1,860,552 | $774,299 | $326,100 | 14 | $611,641 |
| 2020 | $14,646,716 | $1,253,040 | $1,071,326 | $288,600 | 13 | $970,642 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization states that it was “chartered by Congress in 1860 to conduct and transact the operations of the Temple, and to provide members with fellowship, growth, and service in the community.”
Its 2024 grants included lodge and fraternal organizations, as well as community organizations. Among the grantees described in their own words, Story Tapestries says it uses the arts to create accessible opportunities and foster an inclusive community. House of Ruth says it helps women, children, and families in need build safe, stable lives, and provides housing and supportive services to vulnerable, abused women and children. Martha’s Table says it works to strengthen children, families, and communities through access to education programs, healthy food, and family supports. Food for Others says it provides free groceries to people experiencing food insecurity in Northern Virginia.
Grantmaking
In 2024, ODD FELLOWS TEMPLE reported 14 grants totaling $454,579. Grant amounts ranged from $5,500 to $176,800, with a median of $11,000.
The largest reported grants included $176,800 to Central Lodge #1, $64,800 to Columbian Encampment #1, $59,600 to Grand Lodge IOOF Temple, $36,900 to Columbia Lodge #10, and $34,000 to Special Olympics DC. Other recipients included Story Tapestries ($11,000), House of Ruth ($11,000), Martha’s Table ($11,000), Food for Others ($6,159), and Arc of DC ($7,550). The filing lists the purpose of the grants as “to assist the organization.”
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Bob Lucian, Steve McMahan, Paul Messenger, and Chris Bulbulia as trustees; Virginia Pham as treasurer; James Mason as assistant treasurer; Bryan Conley as assistant secretary; George Reader as vice president; Charles Renninger as secretary; and Joseph Van Name as president of the board of trustees.
Odd Fellows Temple Independent Order of Odd Fellows DC is led by Joseph Van Name, President Board of Trustee on every filing since 2020; 3 of 10 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Joseph Van Name
President Board of Trustee
On filings since 2020
12 hrs/week
$87K (2020) → $62K (2024)
Bob Lucian
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$300 (2020) → $0 (2024)
Paul Messenger
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$225 (2020) → $0 (2024)
Steve McMahan
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$300 (2020) → $0 (2024)
Chris Bulbulia
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Bryan Conley
Assistant Secretary
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$375 (2020) → $0 (2024)
Charles Renninger
Secretary
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$550 (2020) → $600 (2024)
George Reader
Vice President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$550 (2020) → $600 (2024)
James Mason
Assistant Treasurer
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$400 (2020) → $0 (2024)
Virginia Pham
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$600 (2020) → $0 (2024)
Former officers (2)
- Former: Richard Lyons (2020–2023) — Trustee
- Former: James L. Harris (2020) — Vice President
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 $62K, to Joseph Van Name (President Board of Trustee). 3 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Odd Fellows Temple Independent Order of Odd Fellows DC
How much does Odd Fellows Temple Independent Order of Odd Fellows DC give each year?
Odd Fellows Temple Independent Order of Odd Fellows DC gave $455K across 14 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $265K across 11 grants.
What is Odd Fellows Temple Independent Order of Odd Fellows DC's typical grant size?
Odd Fellows Temple Independent Order of Odd Fellows DC's median grant in 2024 was $11,000, and its average grant was $32,470, across 14 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from Odd Fellows Temple Independent Order of Odd Fellows DC that year got $8K on average.
Where does Odd Fellows Temple Independent Order of Odd Fellows DC give grants?
Odd Fellows Temple Independent Order of Odd Fellows DC gives mostly in District of Columbia: 91% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Washington, DC (10 grants).
Does Odd Fellows Temple Independent Order of Odd Fellows DC give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 14 grants with a stated purpose on Odd Fellows Temple Independent Order of Odd Fellows DC's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "To Assist the Organization" (14 grants).
Who are Odd Fellows Temple Independent Order of Odd Fellows DC's largest grantees?
Odd Fellows Temple Independent Order of Odd Fellows DC's largest 2024 grantees include Central Lodge #1 ($176,800), Columbian Encampment #1 ($64,800) and Grand Lodge IOOF Temple ($59,600), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 66% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Odd Fellows Temple Independent Order of Odd Fellows DC?
Odd Fellows Temple Independent Order of Odd Fellows DC reported $16.2M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $377K.
What does Odd Fellows Temple Independent Order of Odd Fellows DC fund?
The organization states that it was “chartered by Congress in 1860 to conduct and transact the operations of the Temple, and to provide members with fellowship, growth, and service in the community.” See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Odd Fellows Temple Independent Order of Odd Fellows DC?
Odd Fellows Temple Independent Order of Odd Fellows DC has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Odd Fellows Temple Independent Order of Odd Fellows DC's EIN?
Odd Fellows Temple Independent Order of Odd Fellows DC's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 53-0087680. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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 15, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 9, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 14, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 4, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 14, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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