Karin Larson Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Karin Larson Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Reno, Nevada. In tax year 2025 it gave $4.1 million in 5 grants; the typical grant was $815,800 and the largest $815,800. 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$4.1 million
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$815,800
- Largest grant$815,800
- Assets$96.5 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $3.6 million 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 | $2.2 million | 5 | $80.2 million |
| 2024 | $3.6 million | 5 | $86.9 million |
| 2025 | $4.1 million | 5 | $96.5 million |
How to apply
Karin Larson 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 Karin Larson Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $1.6 million |
| Minnesota | 2 | $1.6 million |
| New Jersey | 1 | $815,800 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Swedish Institute | General support | $815,800 |
| Malibu Pacific Church | General support | $815,800 |
| Union Rescue Mission | General support | $815,800 |
| Urban Promise Ministries | General support | $815,800 |
| Converge North Central | General support | $815,800 |
Officers and trustees
- Capital Bank Trust
Questions people ask
Does Karin Larson Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Karin Larson Charitable Trust give?
$4.1 million in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $815,800.
Who runs Karin Larson Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Capital Bank Trust (Trustee).
What does Karin Larson Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.