Tom W Olofson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tom W Olofson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Hidden Hills, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $162,153 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$162,153
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees92%
Giving in 2025 was up from $160,000 the year before.
92% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $80,703 | 2 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $160,000 | 4 | $3.2 million |
| 2025 | $162,153 | 12 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
Tom W Olofson 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 Tom W Olofson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 1 | $60,000 |
| California | 4 | $50,505 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $20,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $6,148 |
| New York | 2 | $5,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Midwest Innocence Project | Legal Representation | $60,000 |
| Pasadena Humane Society | General Support | $30,000 |
| California Veterinary Medical Foundation | General Support | $10,000 |
| Navy Seal Foundation | General Support | $10,000 |
| Home for Our Troops | General Support | $10,000 |
| Van Cliburn Foundation Inc | General Support | $10,000 |
| Cradles to Crayons | General Support | $10,000 |
| Marine Mammal Care Center Los Angeles | General Support | $8,005 |
| Chopin Foundation of the United States | General Support | $6,148 |
| Stecher and Horowitz Foundation | General Support | $3,000 |
| ETM-LA Inc | General Support | $2,500 |
| Hamilton Interchurch Council Food Cupboard | General Support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Scott W Olofson
- Karla Shepard
Questions people ask
Does Tom W Olofson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tom W Olofson Family Foundation give?
$162,153 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Tom W Olofson Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Scott W Olofson (Director/President/Secretary) and Karla Shepard (Director).
What does Tom W Olofson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals.