John W and Mary M Koessler Foundation Inc
Historical FunderBuffalo, New York · EIN 16-1406643 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $10,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | The John and Mary Koessler Foundati |
|---|---|
| Address | 976 Delaware Avenue Suite 2, Buffalo NY 14209 |
| Phone | 7168319044 |
| bill@onyxadvisors.com | |
| Form and materials | None |
| Deadlines | 12/01 |
| Restrictions | None |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside New York.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| FeedMore WNY Foundation | Buffalo, NY | To advance the mission of feeding people in Western New York | $10,000 |
| Catholic Charities | Buffalo, NY | Charity | $10,000 |
| Buffalo City Mission | Buffalo, NY | Charitable | $5,000 |
The return also lists 3 grants to individuals ($16,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $41,000 | 6 |
| 2023 | $40,000 | 4 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Jun 26, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202511779349100606
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 16-1406643
- Profile updated Nov 10, 2026
Facts on this page come from the foundation's own IRS Form 990-PF filings as published by the IRS. Grantvello does not know whether a foundation is accepting proposals right now: a past grant is not an open opportunity. Always confirm current guidelines with the funder before applying.