Nancy Nichols Olson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Nancy Nichols Olson Foundation is a private foundation in Rockford, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $27,500 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$27,500
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$191,637
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was down from $47,250 the year before.
25% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $18,100 | 7 | $286,049 |
| 2024 | $47,250 | 15 | $226,588 |
| 2025 | $27,500 | 12 | $191,637 |
How to apply
Nancy Nichols Olson 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 Nancy Nichols Olson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 9 | $19,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Marsh Cemetary Association | Civic | $5,000 |
| Second Congregational Church | Civic | $5,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America | Civic | $5,000 |
| Keith Country Day School | Civic | $3,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers | Civic | $2,000 |
| YMCA of Rock River Valley | Civic | $2,000 |
| Friends of Coranado Foundation | Civic | $2,000 |
| Hope Village - Tiny Housing Alterna | Civic | $1,000 |
| Catholic Diocese of Rockford | Civic | $1,000 |
| Shatter Our Silence | Civic | $500 |
| Red Shed School | Civic | $500 |
| St Peter Catholic Church | Civic | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Nobel D Olson
Questions people ask
Does Nancy Nichols Olson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Nancy Nichols Olson Foundation give?
$27,500 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Nancy Nichols Olson Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Nobel D Olson (Director).
What does Nancy Nichols Olson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, faith communities and education.