Olson Tom & Cynthia Family Foundation
Historical FunderLincoln, Nebraska · EIN 46-1639212 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $2,500.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | SEE ATACHED APPLICATION |
|---|---|
| Address | 9819 THORNWOOD, LINCOLN NE 68512 |
| Phone | 4024755100 |
| Form and materials | THE ORGANIZATION MAKES CONTRIBUTIONS ONLY TO PRE-SELECTED CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE STACIE OLSON MEMORIAL FUND, WHICH IS A SEPARATE SCHOLARSHIP FUND HELD BY THE FOUNDATION. AN APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED TO RECEIVE A SCHOLARSHIP. SEE ATTTACHED SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS. SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE RETURNED TO THE FOUNDATION. TOM & CYNTHIA OLSON FAMILY FOUNDATION 9819 THORNWOOD CIRCLE LINCOLN, NE 68512 |
| Deadlines | NOT APPLICABLE |
| Restrictions | NOT APPLICABLE |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
60% of grants went outside Nebraska.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | General support | $33,400 |
| AMG Charitable Gift Foundation | Greenwood Village, CO | General support | $11,000 |
| Friends of Lied | Lincoln, NE | General support | $4,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Greeley, CO | General support | $4,000 |
| Kimball Public Schools Foundation Inc | Kimball, NE | General support | $3,000 |
| No Co BBB Foundation | Fort Collins, CO | General support | $2,500 |
| Stepping Stones of Windsor | Windsor, CO | General support | $2,500 |
| University Schools Foundation | Greeley, CO | General support | $2,500 |
| Grace Village co Zion Lutheran Church | Wellington, CO | General support | $2,500 |
| Fullerton's Future Inc | Fullerton, NE | General support | $2,500 |
| Bankers Foundation of Colorado | Denver, CO | General support | $2,000 |
| The Community Foundation of Northern CO | Fort Collins, CO | General support | $2,000 |
| The Success Foundation | Greeley, CO | General support | $1,250 |
| Teammates Mentoring Program | Sidney, NE | General support | $1,000 |
| Sidney Public School Foundation | Sidney, NE | General support | $1,000 |
| Cheyenne County Hopsital & Health Center Foundation | Sidney, NE | General support | $1,000 |
| Cheyenne County Community Center Foundation Inc | Sidney, NE | General support | $1,000 |
| Plains West CASA | Sidney, NE | General support | $1,000 |
| Town of Lingle | Lingle, WY | General support | $1,000 |
| The Volunteer Fire Department of Lagrange | LaGrange, WY | General support | $1,000 |
| Haxtun Education Foundation | Haxtun, CO | General support | $1,000 |
| Weld Food Bank | Greeley, CO | General support | $1,000 |
| Windsor Warriors | Windsor, CO | General support | $1,000 |
| Foothills Gateway Rehabilition Center Foundation Trust | Fort Collins, CO | General support | $1,000 |
| The Boys & Girls Club of Weld County | Greeley, CO | General support | $1,000 |
| Northern Colorado Down Syndrome Assoc | Fort Collins, CO | General support | $500 |
| Lisco Reserve Fund | Lisco, NE | General support | $300 |
| The Kings Daughters | Sidney, NE | General support | $250 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $86,200 | 28 |
| 2024 | $65,705 | 30 |
| 2023 | $68,259 | 23 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 5, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621259349100937
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-1639212
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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