Ferris Olson Family Foundation for Ocean Stewardship
Preselected recipients only
Ferris Olson Family Foundation for Ocean Stewardship is a private foundation in Centennial, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $49,950 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$49,950
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$337,750
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $50,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $25,000 | 2 | $183,284 |
| 2024 | $50,000 | 6 | $311,676 |
| 2025 | $49,950 | 3 | $337,750 |
How to apply
Ferris Olson Family Foundation for Ocean Stewardship 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Ferris Olson Family Foundation for Ocean Stewardship funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $20,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $15,000 |
| Puerto Rico | 1 | $14,950 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Bay Foundation | Program support | $20,000 |
| Ocean Rescue Alliance International | Program support | $15,000 |
| Caribbean Manatee Conservation Center | Program support | $14,950 |
Officers and trustees
- Pamela Ferris-Olson
- James Olson
- Brian Ferris
- Shelley Dini
Questions people ask
Does Ferris Olson Family Foundation for Ocean Stewardship accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ferris Olson Family Foundation for Ocean Stewardship give?
$49,950 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Ferris Olson Family Foundation for Ocean Stewardship?
Its 2025 filing lists Pamela Ferris-Olson (President), James Olson (Treasurer), Brian Ferris (Secretary) and Shelley Dini (Board Member).
What does Ferris Olson Family Foundation for Ocean Stewardship fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and international.