Donald and Maureen Olson Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Donald and Maureen Olson Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Saint Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $75,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $13,125 and the largest $18,750. 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$75,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$13,125
- Largest grant$18,750
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $88,000 the year before.
0% 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 | $81,789 | 8 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $88,000 | 6 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $75,000 | 6 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Donald and Maureen Olson Charitable 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 Donald and Maureen Olson Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 5 | $60,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grace Lutheran Church | General support | $18,750 |
| The Salvation Army | General support | $15,000 |
| Animal Humane Society | General support | $15,000 |
| Golden Fleece LDG 89 Charitable Fdn | General support | $11,250 |
| Twin Cities Public Television Inc | General support | $7,500 |
| Meeker County Historical Society | General support | $7,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Wells Fargo Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does Donald and Maureen Olson Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Donald and Maureen Olson Charitable Trust give?
$75,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $13,125.
Who runs Donald and Maureen Olson Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Wells Fargo Bank N A (Trustee).
What does Donald and Maureen Olson Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.