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Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Olson Institute for Agriculture & Education is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives within the agriculture and education sectors. With a total of $100,000 in grants paid in 2024 to two grantees, this funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the Olson Institute can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

TO PROVIDE GRANTS TO SUPPORT AGRICULTURE AND EDUCATION.
Total Funding Given
$100K
2024
Grantees funded
2
Multi-year grantees
100%
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Total No. of Grants
2
Median 1st year grant
$55K
Median 2nd year grant
$60K
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Michael Mills
Board Member
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Susan Crook
Board Member
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William D McBrearty
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to OLSON INST FOR AGRICULTURE & EDUCA?
No. OLSON INST FOR AGRICULTURE & EDUCA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does OLSON INST FOR AGRICULTURE & EDUCA give?
OLSON INST FOR AGRICULTURE & EDUCA primarily gives to organizations located in Utah and Hawaii. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are OLSON INST FOR AGRICULTURE & EDUCA’s grants?
The largest share of grants from OLSON INST FOR AGRICULTURE & EDUCA fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $55 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does OLSON INST FOR AGRICULTURE & EDUCA make each year?
In 2024, OLSON INST FOR AGRICULTURE & EDUCA awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $100 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did OLSON INST FOR AGRICULTURE & EDUCA fund recently?
In 2024, OLSON INST FOR AGRICULTURE & EDUCA awarded grants to about 2 grantees. Recent grantees include BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY and POLYNESIAN CULTURAL CENTER. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to OLSON INST FOR AGRICULTURE & EDUCA?
OLSON INST FOR AGRICULTURE & EDUCA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.