Dr David & Karen Olson Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyLA Crosse, Wisconsin · EIN 46-4203595 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$205K
Organizations funded14
Typical grant$20,000
Total assets$4.7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $20,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
100% of grants went outside Wisconsin.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Second Harvest Heartland | St Paul, MN | Humanitarian | $20,000 |
| Ujamaa Place | St Paul, MN | Humanitarian | $20,000 |
| Twin Cities Public Television | St Paul, MN | Education | $20,000 |
| St Paul Chamber Orchestra | St Paul, MN | Music and education | $20,000 |
| Lutheran Social Services | Minneapolis, MN | Humanitarian | $20,000 |
| Minnesota Public Radio | St Paul, MN | Education | $20,000 |
| Friends of the St Paul Public Library | Saint Paul, MN | Education and literacy | $20,000 |
| Planned Parenthood North Central States Foundation | St Paul, MN | Medical | $20,000 |
| Concordia University | St Paul, MN | Education | $10,000 |
| Minnesota Orchestra | Minneapolis, MN | Musical education | $10,000 |
| People Incorporated | Eagan, MN | Humanitarian | $10,000 |
| Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity | St Paul, MN | Humanitarian | $5,000 |
| Guthrie Theater | Minneapolis, MN | Arts | $5,000 |
| Penumbra Theatre | St Paul, MN | Humanitarian | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $205,000 | 14 |
| 2024 | $190,000 | 11 |
| 2023 | $215,000 | 15 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 4, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611249349102151
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-4203595
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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