The Grand Lodge of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows of Indiana Inc
Fraternal organization organized to improve and elevate the character of mankind by promoting the principles of friendship, love, truth, faith, hope, charity and universal justice. To help make the world a better place to live by aiding each other, the community, the less fortunate, the youth, the elderly, the environment and the community in every way possible. To promote good will and harmony amongst peoples and nations through the principle of universal fraternity, holding the belief that all men and women regardless of race, nationality, religion, social status, gender, rank and station are brothers and sisters.
The Grand Lodge of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows of Indiana Inc at a glance
In short: The Grand Lodge of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows of Indiana Inc gave $20K across 1 grant in 2026 (avg $20K), mostly in Indiana. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $20,000
- Grants made (2026)
- 1
- Average grant
- $20,000
- Median grant
- $20,000
- Total assets
- $6,159,065
- +7.4% vs 2025
- Primary geography
- Indiana (100% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2026; updated November 2026.
Who The Grand Lodge of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows of Indiana Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Grant Size Distribution
3 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 2 grants of 3 (67%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2026 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
How The Grand Lodge of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows of Indiana Inc gives
- Giving held roughly steady from 2023 to 2026 (+0%). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2022 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $20K (2023) to $540K (2022). In 2026 it made 1 grant totaling $20K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1 individual scholarship Recipients not named | — | $20,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $6,159,065 | $614,773 | $216,798 | $20,000 | 1 | $571,423 |
| 2025 | $5,734,058 | $892,049 | $729,340 | — | — | $845,161 |
| 2024 | $5,365,011 | $591,126 | $141,287 | — | — | $534,724 |
| 2023 | $4,601,184 | $188,725 | $131,678 | $20,000 | 1 | $142,357 |
| 2022 | $4,202,872 | $398,036 | $680,797 | $540,000 | 1 | $348,779 |
| 2021 | $5,024,624 | $212,670 | $94,254 | — | — | $164,292 |
About The Grand Lodge of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows of Indiana Inc
Based on IRS filings
The Grand Lodge of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows of Indiana Inc is a public charity, based in Indianapolis, IN. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2026. As of 2026, the organization holds $6.2M in total assets. In 2026, it awarded 1 grant totaling $20K. Net investment income was $571K.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The Grand Lodge of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows of Indiana Inc's 2026 filing lists 5 officers; none of the 5 officers listed in 2026 report compensation.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Diana K. Merritt
Grand Secretary
On filings since 2021
$13K (2021) → $0 (2026)
Jeffrey N. Dager
Grand Treasurer
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Louis Ketchum
Grand Master
Grand Warden → Grand Master, 2026
On filings since 2024
No compensation reported
J. Patrick Romack
Past Grand M
Grand Master → Past Grand M, 2026
On filings since 2025
No compensation reported
Kenneth King
Grand Warden
New on the 2026 filing
No compensation reported
Former officers (9)
- Former: Rick Clowers (2023–2025) — Past Grand M
- Former: Gregory Simms (2025) — Grand Warden
- Former: Kathy Reed (2021–2024) — Past Grand M
- Former: Michael Trump (2021–2023) — Past Grand M
- Former: Raymond T. Scott (2021–2023) — Grand Representative
- Former: Sam Martin (2023) — Grand Warden
- Former: John Klaehn (2021–2022) — Deputy Grand
- Former: Richard Clowers (2022) — Grand Warden
- Former: Eugene Swain (2021) — Past Grand M
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2026. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
No officer or director reported compensation in the available filings.
Frequently asked questions about The Grand Lodge of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows of Indiana Inc
How much does The Grand Lodge of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows of Indiana Inc give each year?
The Grand Lodge of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows of Indiana Inc gave $20K across 1 grant in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990.
How large is The Grand Lodge of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows of Indiana Inc?
The Grand Lodge of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows of Indiana Inc reported $6.2M in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $615K.
Where does The Grand Lodge of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows of Indiana Inc operate?
The Grand Lodge of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows of Indiana Inc has awarded grants in Indiana.
What is The Grand Lodge of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows of Indiana Inc's EIN?
The Grand Lodge of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows of Indiana Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 35-0406640. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2026.
Data last updated November 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS October 14, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS October 2, 2023)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS September 21, 2026)
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