Richard B & Barbara B Odlin Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Richard B & Barbara B Odlin Foundation is a private foundation in Spotsylvania, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $49,000 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $8,000. 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$49,000
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$8,000
- Assets$541,641
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $49,000 the year before.
32% of its 2025 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 | $25,000 | 17 | $451,868 |
| 2024 | $49,000 | 25 | $502,247 |
| 2025 | $49,000 | 30 | $541,641 |
How to apply
Richard B & Barbara B Odlin 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 Richard B & Barbara B Odlin Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $9,000 |
| Virginia | 8 | $8,000 |
| Washington | 3 | $8,000 |
| California | 3 | $6,000 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $5,000 |
| Oregon | 3 | $3,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $3,000 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $2,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan Opera | General fund | $8,000 |
| San Francisco Opera | General fund | $3,000 |
| Seattle Opera | General fund | $3,000 |
| Washington State Historical Society | General fund | $3,000 |
| Individual | General fund | $3,000 |
| City of Hopeorg | General fund | $2,000 |
| Tavon Learning Center | General fund | $2,000 |
| Stew Pot Community Services | General fund | $2,000 |
| Individual | Gaza | $2,000 |
| St Mary of the Annunication Church | General fund | $1,000 |
| Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank | General fund | $1,000 |
| Thomas Aquinas College | General fund | $1,000 |
| Catholic Charities Diocese of Arlin | General fund | $1,000 |
| The Laboure Society | General fund | $1,000 |
| Father Vincent Capodanno High Schoo | General fund | $1,000 |
| Commonwealth Catholic Charities | General fund | $1,000 |
| Archdiocese for Military Services U | General fund | $1,000 |
| The Harbor | General fund | $1,000 |
| The Basilica of the National Shrine | General fund | $1,000 |
| Sacred Heart Church | General fund | $1,000 |
| Individual | General fund | $1,000 |
| Individual | General fund | $1,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA | General fund | $1,000 |
| Individual | General fund | $1,000 |
| Diocese of Richmond | Annual appeal | $1,000 |
| South County Community Food Bank | General fund | $1,000 |
| Catholic Relief Services | General fund | $1,000 |
| Weta | General fund | $1,000 |
| Our Lady of Lourdes Church | General fund | $1,000 |
| Companions of St Anthony | General fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mike Wise
- Julia Lord
- Allison Wise
Questions people ask
Does Richard B & Barbara B Odlin Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Richard B & Barbara B Odlin Foundation give?
$49,000 in tax year 2025, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Richard B & Barbara B Odlin Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mike Wise (Trustee), Julia Lord (Trustee) and Allison Wise (Trustee).
What does Richard B & Barbara B Odlin Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, faith communities and human services.