John M. Olin Foundation

The John M. Olin Foundation was a private organization established in 1951 that provided funding for research, education, and organizations promoting free-market economics, individual liberty, and conservative principles. It aimed to support academic programs, think tanks, and scholarly work that aligned with these values. By funding initiatives in law, economics, and public policy, the foundation sought to influence public discourse and policy in favor of limited government and free enterprise. It operated until 2005, significantly impacting conservative thought and institutions in the United States.