Paulette Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Paulette Family Foundation is a private foundation in Richmond, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $127,300 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$127,300
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2025 was up from $79,500 the year before.
39% 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 | $59,900 | 10 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $79,500 | 14 | $2.8 million |
| 2025 | $127,300 | 20 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
Paulette 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 Paulette Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 16 | $94,300 |
| Maryland | 3 | $31,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | Fund discovery of CF therapies and cure | $25,000 |
| St Christopher's School | support school to prepare boys to lead lives of honor and integrity | $25,000 |
| St Stephen's Church | Support Church's activities | $15,000 |
| Individual | $15,000 | |
| MCV Foundation | Support MCV's mission of supporting VCU Health and Health Sciences | $10,000 |
| Chesapeake Bay Foundation | Restore the Chesapeake Bay | $5,000 |
| New Community School | Support the school's mission - empower students with dyslexia | $5,000 |
| YMCA of Greater Richmond | Support Youth Development and Healthy Living | $5,000 |
| St Catherine's School | Support the school's mission | $5,000 |
| South Hill Presbyterian Church | provide financial support to the church | $5,000 |
| Caritas | Support their mission to help people experiencing homelessness and/or addiction | $2,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Support their mission of providing homes to those in need | $2,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Support local communities by empowering coaches and athletes to change the work through gospel | $2,000 |
| Virginia War Memorial | support organization to honor veterans | $1,500 |
| George C Marshall Foundation | Promote leadership qualities | $1,000 |
| Individual | Support the charity to distribute food to 29 counties/5 cities in Central Virginia | $1,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | Help fund the wishes of critical ill children | $1,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Support cancer research | $1,000 |
| Renasissance School | provide support to help students with college preparations | $500 |
| Presbyterian Church of Radford | provide financial support to the church | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Carolyn E Paulette
- William A Paulette
Questions people ask
Does Paulette Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Paulette Family Foundation give?
$127,300 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs Paulette Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Carolyn E Paulette (President) and William A Paulette (Treasurer).
What does Paulette Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and education.