The Olsten Family S Foundation
The Olsten Family S Foundation is a private foundation based in Melville, New York. In its 2025 filing, it stated that it does not conduct direct charitable activities and that its primary purpose is to support other organizations exempt under Section 501(c)(3) through contributions.
The Olsten Family S Foundation at a glance
In short: The Olsten Family S Foundation gave $69K across 10 grants in 2025 (avg $7K), mostly in New York. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $69,217
- -11.3% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 10
- -9.1% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $6,922
- -2.4% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $4,109
- Total assets
- $987,821
- -0.1% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- New York (84% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Olsten Family S Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. The filing lists no required application form or materials and no award restrictions.
- Contact
Application contact: Mr Stuart Olsten
Mailing address: C/O Eisner Advisory Group Llc 175, Broadhollow Rd Suite 250, Melville, NY 11747
Phone: (516) 228-9000
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Olsten Family S Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Crohn's and Colitis Foundation ($25K). Together the top 10 received $69K.
Grant Size Distribution
36 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 34 grants of 36 (94%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2025, 84% of grant dollars went to recipients in New York, 14% to recipients in Florida, and 1% to recipients in Texas.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 10 itemized grants.
Cities
How The Olsten Family S Foundation gives
- 50% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving fell 42% from 2022 to 2025. Method
- In 2025 it paid out 130% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $69K (2025) to $123K (2020). In 2025 it made 10 grants totaling $69K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Crohn's and Colitis Foundation New York, NY | General Support | $25,000 |
| UJA Federation of NY New York, NY | General Support | $15,000 |
| Boca Rio Foundation Boca Raton, FL | General Support | $10,000 |
| Southampton Animal Shelter Hampton Bays, NY | General Support | $5,000 |
| Woodbury Jewish Center Woodbury, NY | General Support | $4,717 |
| The Frick Collection New York, NY | General Support | $3,500 |
| Familial Dysautonomia Foundation New York, NY | General Support | $2,500 |
| Park Avenue Armory New York, NY | General Support | $1,500 |
| Armenian Heart Association Dallas, TX | General Support | $1,000 |
| Sunrise Day Camp Pearl River Oceanside, NY | General Support | $1,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $987,821 | $89,715 | $89,465 | $69,217 | 10 | $72,967 | $74,723 | $56,329 |
| 2024 | $988,571 | $74,756 | $101,935 | $78,012 | 11 | $84,190 | $57,542 | $55,175 |
| 2023 | $1,014,750 | $49,117 | $109,028 | $92,187 | 13 | $95,712 | $35,668 | $51,747 |
| 2022 | $1,074,661 | $10,954 | $134,020 | $119,737 | 1 | $120,847 | $11,683 | $56,918 |
| 2021 | $1,197,727 | $205,831 | $115,488 | $91,466 | 1 | $97,296 | $187,639 | $68,091 |
| 2020 | $1,107,384 | $32,701 | $135,219 | $122,766 | 1 | — | $20,948 | $59,276 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Olsten Family S Foundation reported a distributable amount of $56K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s stated purpose is to support eligible organizations through contributions. Its 2025 grants went to organizations including charities, cultural institutions, and a Jewish community center. The Boca Rio Foundation describes its mission as feeding, curing, educating, and protecting, and says it was formed to give back to local nonprofit organizations. The Frick Collection describes its work as operating an art museum and library for public enjoyment and inspiration and for the study of fine arts and related subjects.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation gave $69,217 through 10 grants. Grant amounts ranged from $1,000 to $25,000, with a median of $4,108. Its largest grants included $25,000 to the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation, $15,000 to UJA Federation of NY, and $10,000 to Boca Rio Foundation. Other listed grants included $5,000 to Southampton Animal Shelter, $4,717 to Woodbury Jewish Center, and $3,500 to The Frick Collection.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Stuart Olsten as president and Gregory Olsten as treasurer and secretary.
The Olsten Family S Foundation is led by Stuart Olsten, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 2 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Stuart Olsten
President
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Gregory Olsten
Treasurer & Secretary
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Steven Hicks (2020–2022) — Treasurer & Secretary
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about The Olsten Family S Foundation
How much does The Olsten Family S Foundation give each year?
The Olsten Family S Foundation gave $69K across 10 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $78K across 11 grants.
What is The Olsten Family S Foundation's typical grant size?
The Olsten Family S Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $4,109, and its average grant was $6,922, across 10 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Olsten Family S Foundation give grants?
The Olsten Family S Foundation gives mostly in New York: 84% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Florida (14%). The most frequent recipient cities were New York, NY (5 grants).
Does The Olsten Family S Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of The Olsten Family S Foundation's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (10 of 10) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Olsten Family S Foundation's largest grantees?
The Olsten Family S Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include Crohn's and Colitis Foundation ($25,000), UJA Federation of NY ($15,000) and Boca Rio Foundation ($10,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 72% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is The Olsten Family S Foundation?
The Olsten Family S Foundation reported $988K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $73K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $56K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Olsten Family S Foundation fund?
The foundation’s stated purpose is to support eligible organizations through contributions. Its 2025 grants went to organizations including charities, cultural institutions, and a Jewish community center. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Olsten Family S Foundation?
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Olsten Family S Foundation's EIN?
The Olsten Family S Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 30-0293077. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Does The Olsten Family S Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 15, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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