Jeannette and Curt Olson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jeannette and Curt Olson Foundation is a private foundation in Granite Falls, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $115,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $4,500 and the largest $29,500. 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$115,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$4,500
- Largest grant$29,500
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees6%
Giving in 2025 was up from $105,000 the year before.
6% 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 | $103,000 | 19 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $105,000 | 17 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $115,000 | 16 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
Jeannette and Curt 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 Jeannette and Curt Olson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 15 | $110,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| City of Granite Falls | Public park improvements | $29,500 |
| Yellow Medicine East Dollars for Scholars | Scholarships to high school seniors | $25,000 |
| Neighbors United Resource Center Food Shelf | Feed the needy | $15,000 |
| Avera Foundation | Granite falls ambulance fund | $5,000 |
| Granite Falls Congregational Church | Operational expenses | $5,000 |
| Granite Falls Living at Home Block Nurse Program | Health services to elderly residents | $5,000 |
| Granite Falls Lutheran Church | Operational expenses | $5,000 |
| Yellow Medicine East | Educational needs | $5,000 |
| Minnesota West Foundation | Scholarships | $4,000 |
| Granite Falls Historical Society | Operational expenses | $3,000 |
| Project Turnabout | Resident assistance | $3,000 |
| Pheasants Forever | Youth education | $2,500 |
| Granite Area Arts Council | Operating expenses | $2,000 |
| Pioneer PBS | Operating expenses | $2,000 |
| The Yes House | Operating expenses | $2,000 |
| Yellow Medicine County Historical Society | Operational expenses | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Spencer H Kvam
- John Virnig
- Barry Evenstad
- Brad Peterson
Questions people ask
Does Jeannette and Curt Olson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jeannette and Curt Olson Foundation give?
$115,000 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $4,500.
Who runs Jeannette and Curt Olson Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Spencer H Kvam (President), John Virnig (Vice-Preside), Barry Evenstad (Treasurer) and Brad Peterson (Secretary).
What does Jeannette and Curt Olson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and seniors.