Offerdahl Family Foundation
The Offerdahl Family Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation based in Incline Village, Nevada. Established in 2015, it operates as a 501(c)(3) organization with tax-exempt status. The foundation supports philanthropic initiatives across multiple U.S. states and cities, with a focus on advancing public policy understanding and community development.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$581K
+62.2% YoY
Grant Count
46
-2.1% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$13K
+65.7% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation primarily funds works that increase understanding of public policies based on the principles of limited government, free markets, individual liberty, and peace. Beyond this core focus, the foundation supports a broad range of initiatives including education, human services, and community-based programs without specifying particular subject areas for funding.
Grantmaking
The foundation made 47 grants in 2024. Recent grant recipients include:
Grant Range
of approximately $4,000-$5,000. The foundation does not accept applications.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation supports initiatives across multiple U.S. states including Nevada, California, Virginia, Texas, New York, North Dakota, and others. It funds diverse initiatives across major cities including New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, as well as smaller communities.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
2024 Financial Data:
- Total Assets: $1,585,391
- Total Revenue: $1,276,181
- Total Expenses: $585,915
- Net Income: $690,266
2023 Financial Data:
- Total Assets: $259,000
- Total Giving: $629,000
- Number of Grants: 59
The foundation maintains zero liabilities and operates with no employees.
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Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
182 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Ndsu Foundation ($266,910), Competitive Enterprise Institute ($67,000), Cato Institute ($30,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ALEC ARLINGTON, VA | A NONPARTISAN, VOLUNTARY MEMBERSHIP ORGANIZATION OF STATE LEGISLATORS DEDICATED TO THE PRINCIPLES OF LIMITED GOVERNMENT, FREE MARKETS AND FEDERALISM | $2,000 |
| BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB NORTH LAKE TAHOE KINGS BEACH, CA | TO INSPIRE AND ENABLE ALL YOUTH, ESPECIALLY THOSE WHO NEED US THE MOST, TO REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL AS PRODUCTIVE, CARING, RESPONSIBLE CITIZENS. | $23,500 |
| CARE CHEST RENO, NV | FOUNDED IN 1990 BY THREE RENO PHARMACISTS AS A GRASSROOTS EFFORT TO RECYCLE MEDICAL EQUIPMENT, C*A*R*E* CHEST IS A MULTI-SERVICE NON-PROFIT AGENCY RECOGNIZED BY AREA HOSPITALS, LOW-INCOME CLINICS AND SOCIAL SERVICE AGENCIES AS A VITAL MEDICAL RESOURCE FOR NORTHERN NEVADA'S IMPOVERISHED AND UNDERSERVED POPULATIONS. | $2,500 |
| CATO INSTITUTE WASHINGTON, DC | WORKS TO INCREASE THE UNDERSTANDING OF PUBLIC POLICIES BASED ON THE PRINCIPLES OF LIMITED GOVERNMENT, FREE MARKETS, INDIVIDUAL LIBERTY, AND PEACE. | $30,000 |
| CHARITY NAVIGATOR HARLAN, IA | TO HELP INCREASE THE DEPTH AND BREADTH OF EQUIPPING DONORS WITH TOOLS AND INFORMATION TO MAKE INFORMED, IMPACTFUL PHILANTHROPIC CHOICES. | $2,500 |
| CLASSICAL TAHOE INCLINE VILLAGE, NV | TO PRESENT WORLD-CLASS PERFORMANCES, NURTURE COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS AND PROVIDE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS THAT ALL INSPIRE, CONNECT, AND TRANSFORM LIVES. | $2,500 |
| COMPETITIVE ENTERPRISE INSTITUTE WASHINGTON DC, DC | THE COMPETITIVE ENTERPRISE INSTITUTE (CEI) IS A NON-PROFIT LIBERTARIAN THINK TANK THAT ADVOCATES FOR LIMITED GOVERNMENT AND FREE MARKETS. CEI'S MISSION IS TO PROMOTE ECONOMIC FREEDOM, OPPORTUNITY, AND PROSPERITY. | $67,000 |
| DOCTORS WITHOUT BORDERS NEW YORK, NY | DOCTORS WITHOUT BORDERS (MSF) PROVIDES MEDICAL AID TO PEOPLE IN NEED, REGARDLESS OF THEIR RACE, RELIGION, GENDER, OR POLITICAL AFFILIATION. MSF'S PURPOSE IS TO PROVIDE IMPARTIAL, INDEPENDENT, AND HIGH-QUALITY MEDICAL CARE TO PEOPLE AFFECTED BY CONFLICT, DISEASE, AND DISASTERS | $5,000 |
| ELECTRONIC FRONTIER FOUNDATION EFF SAN FRANCISCO, CA | THE EFF'S MISSION IS TO ENSURE THAT TECHNOLOGY SUPPORTS FREEDOM, JUSTICE, AND INNOVATION | $5,000 |
| FIRE FOUNDATION PHILEDELPHI, PA | A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION THAT DEFENDS FREE SPEECH AND FREE THOUGHT IN THE UNITED STATES | $2,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Richard Offerdahl serves as President of the foundation and does not receive compensation for his role. Linda Offerdahl is listed as a primary contact and has been involved in community engagement, including membership in the Rotary Club. The Offerdahls have lived in Incline Village for over 30 years and raised three children in the community.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| RICHARD OFFERDAHL | PRESIDENT | — | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
Richard Offerdahl made a historic $25 million gift to the North Dakota State University College of Engineering in February 2024. This major contribution supports the college's future development and represents a significant investment in engineering education and research. The foundation's investment in NDSU Foundation research initiatives has quadrupled the pace of agricultural research with global impact.
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Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Offerdahl Family Foundation fund?
The foundation primarily funds works that increase understanding of public policies based on the principles of limited government, free markets, individual liberty, and peace. Beyond this core focus, the foundation supports a broad range of initiatives including education, human services, and community-based programs without specifying particular subject areas for funding.
How do I apply for a grant from Offerdahl Family Foundation?
The foundation made 47 grants in 2024. Recent grant recipients include: • **Competitive Enterprise Institute** - $67,000 (2024) - A non-profit libertarian think tank advocating for limited government and free markets • **Cato Institute** - $30,000 (2024) - Works to increase understanding of public policies based on principles of limited government, free markets, individual liberty, and peace • **Boys and Girls Club of North Lake Tahoe** - To inspire and enable youth to reach their full potentia…
Where does Offerdahl Family Foundation make grants?
The foundation supports initiatives across multiple U.S. states including Nevada, California, Virginia, Texas, New York, North Dakota, and others. It funds diverse initiatives across major cities including New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, as well as smaller communities.
What size grants does Offerdahl Family Foundation award?
In 2024, Offerdahl Family Foundation awarded 46 grants totaling $581K — an average of about $13K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Offerdahl Family Foundation's EIN?
Offerdahl Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 47-2780646. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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