Anna Paulina Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Anna Paulina Foundation is a private foundation in Flint, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.3 million in 45 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $302,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$2.3 million
- Number of grants45
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$302,000
- Assets$58.5 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2.0 million the year before.
22% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $258,450 | 25 | $31.0 million |
| 2024 | $2.0 million | 46 | $40.1 million |
| 2025 | $2.3 million | 45 | $58.5 million |
How to apply
Anna Paulina Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Anna Paulina Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 36 | $2.2 million |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $40,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $16,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $7,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Whaley Children's Center | Ilp capacity expansion | $302,000 |
| Food Bank of Eastern Michigan | Northgate building | $300,000 |
| YWCA of Greater Flint | Girls aspire leadership | $235,000 |
| Voices for Children Advocacy Center | Trauma focused therapy | $200,000 |
| Sylvester Broome Empowerment Village | Antidote studio expansion | $150,000 |
| Active Boys in Christ | Summer STEM trades program | $150,000 |
| Carriage Town Ministries | Unrestricted general | $114,000 |
| Neighborhood Engagement Hub | Community tool-shed | $110,000 |
| Greater Flint Arts Council | Gfac building renovations | $100,000 |
| Shelter of Flint | Post placement assistance | $100,000 |
| Hurley Foundation | Hurley's food farmacy | $100,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters | Mentoring program support | $75,000 |
| Ctr for Higher Educational Achievement | Adult literacy programs | $50,000 |
| American Red Cross | Unrestricted general | $40,000 |
| Flint Children's Museum | Unrestricted general | $34,500 |
| YMCA of Flint | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
| United Way of Genesee County | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| Young Life of Genesee County | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| Salvation Army | Unrestricted general | $15,000 |
| Flint Institute of Arts | Building reserves | $10,000 |
| Mackinac Center for Public Policy | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Old Newsboys of Flint | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Flint Institute of Music | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of America | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Shriners' Hospitals for Children | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Humane Society of Genesee Co | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Goodwill Industries of Mid-Michigan Inc | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| North End Soup Kitchen | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Forgotten Man Ministries in Flint | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Crim Fitness Foundation | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Crossover Downtown Outreach Ministry | Food pantry | $5,000 |
| Free Medical Clinic of Genesee County | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Mercy Ships | Unrestricted general | $2,000 |
| Foundation for MCC (Mott Cmty College) | Unrestricted general | $2,000 |
| Wkar at Msu | Unrestricted general | $2,000 |
| Flint Community Players | Unrestricted general | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John Koegel
- Kathryn Koegel
- Lisa Koegel
- Jane Koegel
- Katlyn Koegel
- Cameron Koegel
- Anne Rocco
- Jeffry D Rocco
- Andrea Rocco
- Mark Neithercut
Questions people ask
Does Anna Paulina Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Anna Paulina Foundation give?
$2.3 million in tax year 2025, across 45 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Anna Paulina Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John Koegel (President), Kathryn Koegel (Trustee), Lisa Koegel (Trustee) and Jane Koegel (Trustee) among 10 officers and trustees.
What does Anna Paulina Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, food and hunger and education.