Paulsen Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Paulsen Family Foundation is a private foundation in Uniondale, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $225,500 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$225,500
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$8.8 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was down from $435,000 the year before.
33% of its 2024 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 | $435,000 | 47 | $8.0 million |
| 2024 | $225,500 | 30 | $8.8 million |
How to apply
Paulsen Family 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 Paulsen Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 9 | $53,000 |
| California | 3 | $50,000 |
| North Carolina | 9 | $45,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $31,000 |
| Utah | 2 | $20,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $15,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Earth Justice | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Democracy Forward Foundation | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Outdoor Afro | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Outdoor Alliance | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| She Jumps | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Trust for Public Land | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Asheville on Bikes | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Live Thrive | Unrestricted grant | $10,000 |
| Northeast Georgia Sobra | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Georgia Cycling Association | Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| Asheville Greenworks | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Beacon Hill Middle School | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Bikepacking Roots | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Decatur Education Foundation | Unrestricted grant | $5,000 |
| Georgia Aquarium | Unrestricted grant | $5,000 |
| Hope for Horses | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Psgah Area Sorba | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Southern Appalachian Highlands | Unrestricted grant | $5,000 |
| Beloved Asheville | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Utia Institute of Agriculture | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Go Georgia | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| North Carolina Sustainable Energy Assoc | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Mountain True | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Soccer in the Streets | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Duke University | Marine lab annual fund | $2,500 |
| Free Bikes 4 Kidz Atlanta | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Riverlink | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| World Wildlife Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Katherine C Paulsen
- Caroline E Paulsen
Questions people ask
Does Paulsen Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Paulsen Family Foundation give?
$225,500 in tax year 2024, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Paulsen Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Katherine C Paulsen (Director) and Caroline E Paulsen (Director).
What does Paulsen Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and animals.