About Athena Protection Foundation
OUR MISSION
Mitigate crime through education and ensure crime victims and their families can access every available resource in their time of need.
OUR VISION
A future where survivors, families, and first responders are supported through coordinated advocacy, education, healing resources, and community partnerships—empowered to heal, thrive, and strengthen our communities.
Why We Exist
Athena Protection Foundation was founded in Detroit on the belief that one traumatic incident doesn’t just impact a single person—it ripples through families, first responders, and entire communities.
In the aftermath of crime, too many are left to navigate the system alone. APF was created to close that gap by providing advocacy, education, resources, and hope in a safe, compassionate space.
We bring people and partners together to reduce barriers, elevate voices, and create pathways to healing, stability, and renewed strength.
SURVIVORS
Support, advocacy, and empowerment
FAMILIES
Resources, guidance, and healing together
FIRST RESPONDERS
Support, training, and wellness
TOGETHER, WE HEAL. TOGETHER, WE THRIVE.
Dan McKinley
OUR BOARD
A dedicated team of community leaders, professionals, and advocates committed to our mission and the people we serve.
Board Member Name
Board Member Name
Board Member Name
Board Member Name
Dan McKinley
OUR VALUES
DIGNITY
We honor every person with respect and compassion.
ACCESSIBILITY
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ACCOUNTABILITY
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COLLABORATION
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EMPOWERMENT
Collaborate with us to expand impact in our community.
HEALING
Help raise awareness and share our mission.
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Federal EIN 46-5320377
UEI
Q5K2Z56Y2RV5 / CAGE: 7SVR9
Proudly Serving
Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb Counties in Southeast Michigan
Financial Transparency
Annual reports, Form 990s, and financial information available upon request.
Policies & Governance
Guided by strong governance, ethical standards, and a commitment to compliance.
We are a donor-supported organization.
Your support helps us protect, educate, heal, and serve
OUR PARTNERSHIP APPROACH
We collaborate with trusted clinical providers, victim-service organizations, educators, first responders, faith leaders, and community partners to deliver coordinated, survivor-centered care. We do not provide clinical services directly—our clinical partners provide and coordinate care.
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