John & Marilyn Olson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John & Marilyn Olson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Sidney, Montana. In tax year 2025 it gave $89,000 in 42 grants; the typical grant was $1,250 and the largest $6,000. 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$89,000
- Number of grants42
- Typical grant$1,250
- Largest grant$6,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2025 was up from $88,000 the year before.
5% 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 | $233,000 | 41 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $88,000 | 42 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $89,000 | 42 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
John & Marilyn Olson 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 John & Marilyn Olson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Montana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Montana | 39 | $84,000 |
| North Dakota | 2 | $4,500 |
| West Virginia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boys & Girls Club of the Mondak | General purpose | $6,000 |
| Richland County Food Bank | General purpose | $6,000 |
| Foundation for Community Care | General purpose | $5,000 |
| R C Coalition Against Domestic Violence | General purpose | $5,000 |
| R C Emergency Shelter Coalition | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Roi Foundation Inc | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Eastern Montana Community Mental Health Center | General purpose | $4,000 |
| Northeastern Arts Network | General purpose | $4,000 |
| Pella Lutheran Church | General purpose | $4,000 |
| Springbrook Bible Camp | General purpose | $4,000 |
| Eagle Foundation | General purpose | $3,000 |
| Flathead Lutheran Bible Camp | General purpose | $3,000 |
| Mon-Dak Heritage Center | General purpose | $3,000 |
| Fairview Food Bank | General purpose | $2,000 |
| Fort Peck Fine Arts Council | General purpose | $2,000 |
| Montana Council for Economic Education | General purpose | $2,000 |
| Richland Shriners International | General purpose | $2,000 |
| Sidney Area Dollars for Scholars | General purpose | $2,000 |
| Sidney Gymnastics Club | General purpose | $2,000 |
| Sunrise Women's Clinic | General purpose | $2,000 |
| Valley County Community Foundation | General purpose | $1,500 |
| Arts Council of Big Sky | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts Foundation | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Flathead Lakers | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Greater Glendive Community Foundation | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Intermountain | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Montana's Outdoor Legacy Foundation | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Richland County Public Library Foundation | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Sidney Fire Department | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Sidney Public Schools | General purpose | $1,000 |
| St John's Home Foundation | General purpose | $1,000 |
| The Lifeguard Group | General purpose | $1,000 |
| The Bresee Center | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Christikon | General purpose | $500 |
| Emmaus House | General purpose | $500 |
| Federation of Fly Fishers | General purpose | $500 |
| Glacier National Park Conservancy | General purpose | $500 |
| Public Landwater Access Association | General purpose | $500 |
| Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation | General purpose | $500 |
| Save the Maah Daah Hey | General purpose | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Marilyn J Olson
- Karen M Olson-Beenken
- J Randall Olson
- Erin M Anderson
Questions people ask
Does John & Marilyn Olson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John & Marilyn Olson Family Foundation give?
$89,000 in tax year 2025, across 42 grants, with a typical grant of $1,250.
Who runs John & Marilyn Olson Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Marilyn J Olson (Secretary/Treasurer), Karen M Olson-Beenken (Vice President), J Randall Olson (President) and Erin M Anderson (Director).
What does John & Marilyn Olson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, arts and culture and faith communities.