Pete and Wilma Olsen Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Pete and Wilma Olsen Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $140,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $40,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$140,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2024 was down from $145,000 the year before.
18% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $125,000 | 11 | $2.2 million |
| 2023 | $145,000 | 13 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $140,000 | 11 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
Pete and Wilma Olsen 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 Pete and Wilma Olsen Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 9 | $120,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $10,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ronald McDonald House Charities of Western Washington & Alaska | General support | $40,000 |
| Benaroya Research Institute | General support | $10,000 |
| Camp Korey | General support | $10,000 |
| Coast Guard Foundation Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Friends of the Va Puget Sound Fisher House | General support | $10,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation of Alaska & Washington (Western Washington) | General support | $10,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation of Alaska & Washington (Eastern Washington) | General support | $10,000 |
| Shriner's Children Hospital for Children (Spokane Wa) | General support | $10,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Young Life | General support | $10,000 |
| Youth Eastside Services | General support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Barbara R Olsen
- Cynthia Adams
Questions people ask
Does Pete and Wilma Olsen Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pete and Wilma Olsen Foundation give?
$140,000 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Pete and Wilma Olsen Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Barbara R Olsen (Director) and Cynthia Adams (Director).
What does Pete and Wilma Olsen Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and veterans.