The Ottosen Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Ottosen Family Foundation is a private foundation in Phoenix, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $893,078 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $300,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$893,078
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$18.9 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2025 was up from $805,000 the year before.
7% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $631,600 | 10 | $15.1 million |
| 2024 | $805,000 | 14 | $16.9 million |
| 2025 | $893,078 | 15 | $18.9 million |
How to apply
The Ottosen Family Foundation 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.
What The Ottosen Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 13 | $823,078 |
| Virginia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Banner Health Foundation | Program support | $300,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Program support | $70,000 |
| Ballet Arizona | Program support | $50,000 |
| St Vincent de Paul Society | Program support | $50,000 |
| St Mary's Food Bank | Program support | $50,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Program support | $50,000 |
| O'Connor Institute | Program support | $50,000 |
| Hospice of the Valley | Public support | $50,000 |
| Barrow Neurological Foundation | Program support | $50,000 |
| Desert Botanical Garden | Program support | $48,078 |
| Tgen Foundation | Program support | $35,000 |
| Rosie's House | Program support | $35,000 |
| Friends of Arizona PBS | Program support | $25,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Program support | $20,000 |
| Heard Museum | Program support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Barbara J Ottosen
- Pamela Lynn Perry
- Donald R Ottosen
Questions people ask
Does The Ottosen Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ottosen Family Foundation give?
$893,078 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs The Ottosen Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Barbara J Ottosen (President), Pamela Lynn Perry (Secretary) and Donald R Ottosen (Treasurer).
What does The Ottosen Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, environment and conservation and arts and culture.