Colina Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Colina Foundation is a private foundation in Grosse Ile, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $180,615 in 34 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$180,615
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$4.1 million
- New grantees59%
Giving in 2024 was down from $187,341 the year before.
59% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $187,341 | 33 | $3.8 million |
| 2024 | $180,615 | 34 | $4.1 million |
How to apply
Colina 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Colina Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 21 | $126,385 |
| Colorado | 6 | $35,400 |
| Florida | 1 | $6,000 |
| New York | 2 | $5,500 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $830 |
| Ohio | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Detroit Public Television | Educate as to Importance of Water | $25,000 |
| Ecology Center | Healthy Environment | $12,000 |
| Book Trust | Free Books for Schools (Pre-K, Elementary) | $10,000 |
| Fish & Loaves | Choice Pantry | $10,000 |
| Girl Scouts of SE Michigan | Steam | $10,000 |
| National Kidney Foundation of Michigan | Nutrition | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mtns | Health Education | $10,000 |
| Vista Maria | Help At-Risk Young Women | $10,000 |
| Ripple Effects Community Inclusion Center | Autistic/Disability Education | $7,000 |
| Community Grown Gardens | Nutrition, Science, STEM | $6,385 |
| Community Foundation of Northern Colorado | Teaching Philanthropy, Community Benefit | $6,000 |
| Reef Environmental Education Foundation | Protect Coral Reef | $6,000 |
| Wayne Metro CAA | Financial Education | $6,000 |
| EarthJustice | Environmental Health | $5,000 |
| KidsPak | Feeding Kids | $5,000 |
| STEM Greenhouse | After School Program | $5,000 |
| Time to Share | Furnishings for Low Income | $5,000 |
| Treetops Collective | Help Refugee Women | $5,000 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council | Promote Protection of Natural Resources | $4,500 |
| Friends of Detroit River | Educate as to Importance of Water | $4,000 |
| The Henry Ford | History Education | $2,500 |
| Sustainable Living Association | Hiring Coordinator for Youth Event | $2,400 |
| Generous Hands | Food Insecurity | $2,000 |
| MiCAN | Healthy Environment | $2,000 |
| Project Self-Sufficiency | Food Insecurity | $2,000 |
| Council of Michigan Foundations | Professional Networking | $1,500 |
| American Stroke Association | Stroke Prevention Research | $1,000 |
| Center for Reproductive Rights | Operating Support | $1,000 |
| Free Speech for People | Operating Support | $1,000 |
| St Philip Lutheran Church | Speaker Series | $1,000 |
| Exponent Philanthropy | Professional Networking | $830 |
| Friends of Shelter Dogs | Protect Shelter Dogs | $500 |
| Lincoln Park Farmers Market | Better Nutrition | $500 |
| Michigan State University | Awareness of PFAS in Water System | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- John Colina
- Nancy Colina
- JoMarie Goerge
- Lori Colina-Lee
- Simon Lee
- Michael Goerge
- Tyler Goerge
- Cassandra Goerge
- Annika Gurrola
- Issac Zeke Nave
Questions people ask
Does Colina Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Colina Foundation give?
$180,615 in tax year 2024, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Colina Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John Colina (President), Nancy Colina (Secretary/Treasurer), JoMarie Goerge (Trustee) and Lori Colina-Lee (Trustee) among 10 officers and trustees.
What does Colina Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and food and hunger.