Olson Family Foundation Trust
Preselected recipients only
Olson Family Foundation Trust is a private foundation in Orange, California. In tax year 2023 it gave $310,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $100,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$310,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$5.0 million
How to apply
Olson Family Foundation Trust 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 Olson Family Foundation Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8 | $165,000 |
| Missouri | 2 | $115,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $20,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Salem Lutheran Church- Forgiven Loa | General | $100,000 |
| Lutheran Bible Translators | General | $80,000 |
| Concordia Seminary St Louis | General | $35,000 |
| Vision International University | General | $25,000 |
| Faith Comes by Hearing | General | $20,000 |
| Fikisha | General | $10,000 |
| Lutheran Social Services of Souther | General | $10,000 |
| Wycliffe Bible Translators | General | $10,000 |
| Animal Assistance League of Orange | General | $5,000 |
| Concordia University Irvine- Music | General | $5,000 |
| Orange County Rescue Mission | General | $5,000 |
| The Sheepfold | General | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Craig Olson
- Jane Olson
Questions people ask
Does Olson Family Foundation Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Olson Family Foundation Trust give?
$310,000 in tax year 2023, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Olson Family Foundation Trust?
Its 2023 filing lists Craig Olson (Trustee) and Jane Olson (Trustee).
What does Olson Family Foundation Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.