Leland J & Dorothy H Olson Charitable Foundation
Accepts applications
Leland J & Dorothy H Olson Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Omaha, Nebraska. In tax year 2024 it gave $9.5 million in 80 grants; the typical grant was $46,500 and the largest $1.1 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$9.5 million
- Number of grants80
- Typical grant$46,500
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$142 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2024 was down from $10.2 million the year before.
31% of its 2024 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 | $10.2 million | 92 | $125 million |
| 2024 | $9.5 million | 80 | $142 million |
How to apply
| Contact | The Leland Dorothy Olson Foundation 13333 California Street Suite 500, Omaha, NE 68154 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (402) 393-8300 |
| What to submit | Large grants of $50,000 or higher - see the organization's website for the large grants process. |
| Deadlines | See organization's website for application requirements. |
| Restrictions | See organization's website. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Leland J & Dorothy H Olson Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 52 | $6.5 million |
| Washington | 25 | $2.8 million |
| Iowa | 1 | $68,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $23,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Salvation Army | Program support | $1.1 million |
| Stanwood Camano Area Foundation | Program support | $1.0 million |
| Food Bank for the Heartland | Program support | $826,926 |
| Stanwood Camano Arts | Program support | $536,000 |
| Westside Foundation | Program support | $454,351 |
| Community Foundation of Snohomish County | Program support | $420,000 |
| Youth Emergency Services | Program support | $412,376 |
| Completely Kids | Program support | $400,000 |
| CRCC Northwest | Program support | $364,435 |
| University of Nebraska Foundation | Program support | $225,425 |
| Avenue Scholars | Program support | $150,000 |
| Bike Works | Program support | $150,000 |
| Casa for Douglas County | Program support | $150,000 |
| Child Saving Institute | Program support | $150,000 |
| Community Resources Foundation | Program support | $150,000 |
| Project Houseworks | Program support | $150,000 |
| Siena Francis House | Program support | $150,000 |
| Teammates Mentoring Program | Program support | $150,000 |
| Nebraska Humane Society | Program support | $105,000 |
| Saving Grace Perishable Food Rescue | Program support | $100,000 |
| Heart Ministry Center | Program support | $85,000 |
| Legal Aid of Nebraska | Program support | $80,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation | Program support | $75,000 |
| Open Door Mission | Program support | $75,000 |
| Together Inc of Metropolitan Omaha | Program support | $75,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of King County | Program support | $70,000 |
| Girls Incorporated of Omaha | Program support | $70,000 |
| Hope Center for Kids | Program support | $70,000 |
| Abide Omaha | Program support | $68,000 |
| Micah House | Program support | $68,000 |
| Heartland Hope Mission | Program support | $64,000 |
| Quality Living Inc | Program support | $59,000 |
| Northstar Foundation | Program support | $58,000 |
| Lutheran Family Services | Program support | $57,000 |
| Dream | Program support | $55,000 |
| Banister's Leadership Academy | Program support | $53,000 |
| Stephen Center Inc | Program support | $50,000 |
| Whispering Roots | Program support | $50,000 |
| Educare of Omaha | Program support | $47,000 |
| Second Chance Outreach | Program support | $47,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Christian Olson
- Karen Olson
- David Olson
- Nancy Olson
- Kendra Swanson
- Mitch Swanson
- Lynn Scott
- Catherine Olson
Questions people ask
Does Leland J & Dorothy H Olson Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: See organization's website for application requirements.
How much does Leland J & Dorothy H Olson Charitable Foundation give?
$9.5 million in tax year 2024, across 80 grants, with a typical grant of $46,500.
Who runs Leland J & Dorothy H Olson Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Christian Olson (President), Karen Olson (Vice President), David Olson (Vice President) and Nancy Olson (Treasurer) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Leland J & Dorothy H Olson Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, human services and food and hunger.