Olsson Family Foundation
Historical FunderLincoln, Nebraska · EIN 36-3652262 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $5,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | JOHN S OLSSON |
|---|---|
| Address | 3630 POTOMAC LN, LINCOLN NE 68516 |
| Phone | 4024217241 |
| Form and materials | LETTER-501(C)(3) ORGANIZATIONS. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT & BUDGET FOR FUNDS. INCLUDE IRS EXEMPTION LETTER. |
| Deadlines | MARCH 15. |
| Restrictions | ORGANIZATIONS IN NEBRASKA WITH PRIMARY FOCUS ON LINCOLN. (LANCASTER COUNTY) |
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
0% of grants went outside Nebraska.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family Service Lincoln | Lincoln, NE | General | $20,000 |
| Tabitha Foundation | Lincoln, NE | General | $7,500 |
| Lighthouse | Lincoln, NE | General | $5,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Lincoln | Lincoln, NE | General | $5,000 |
| YMCA of Lincoln | Lincoln, NE | General | $5,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Lincoln Inc | Lincoln, NE | General | $5,000 |
| Ive Got A Name | Lincoln, NE | General | $5,000 |
| Malone Community Center | Lincoln, NE | General | $5,000 |
| Foundation for LPS | Lincoln, NE | General | $4,600 |
| Bright Lights | Lincoln, NE | General | $4,000 |
| Lincoln Literacy Council | Lincoln, NE | General | $3,000 |
| Audubon Nebraska | Lincoln, NE | General | $2,500 |
| Visionary Youth | Lincoln, NE | General | $2,500 |
| Matt Talbot Kitchen & Outreach | Lincoln, NE | General | $2,500 |
| Lincoln Orchestra Association | Lincoln, NE | General | $2,000 |
| Nebraska Trail Foundation | Lincoln, NE | General | $2,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $80,600 | 16 |
| 2024 | $72,100 | 16 |
| 2023 | $75,500 | 15 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 2, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202630929349100313
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-3652262
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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