The Paul J Koessler Foundation Inc
Historical FunderWilliamsville, New York · EIN 16-1406642 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $25,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | PJK FOUNDATION INC CO PAUL G SIPPEL |
|---|---|
| Address | 5500 MAIN ST SUITE 208, BUFFALO NY 14221 |
| Phone | 7166261299 |
| Form and materials | NO SPECIFIC FORM REQUESTED |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canisius High School | Buffalo, NY | Charitablecapital campaign | $113,410 |
| Buffalo Maritime Center | Buffalo, NY | Uss tripperecreation | $40,000 |
| Home of My Own of Wny | East Amherst, NY | Charitable | $31,000 |
| Sisters Hospital Foundation | Buffalo, NY | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Bornhava | Amherst, NY | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Buffalo Olmsted Parks Consrcy | Buffalo, NY | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Nativity Miguel Buffalo | Buffalo, NY | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper | Buffalo, NY | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Trocaire College | Buffalo, NY | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Sabah Inc | Buffalo, NY | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Haiti Dental Stgeorge Rc Church | West Falls, NY | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Captain Dave's Cruises | Geneseo, NY | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Foundation of the Roman Catholic | Buffalo, NY | Caritablecatholic educationdinner | $2,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $301,410 | 13 |
| 2023 | $252,000 | 13 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 17, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533219349100758
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 16-1406642
- Profile updated Nov 8, 2026
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