Academyhealth
AcademyHealth is a Washington, DC-based public charity and member-based organization of health services researchers, policymakers, and practitioners. Its mission is to improve health and health care by advancing evidence to inform policy and practice. It supports the health services research field through grantmaking and programs that develop people, partnerships, and research infrastructure and help translate evidence for decision-makers and communities.
Academyhealth at a glance
In short: Academyhealth gave $2.6M across 33 grants in 2024 (avg $79K), top state Pennsylvania. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $2,613,121
- +1048.0% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 33
- +725.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $79,185
- +39.1% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $74,962
- Total assets
- $12,800,272
- -26.2% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Pennsylvania (21% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Academyhealth
- Contact
Mailing address: 1666 K Street Nw 1100, Washinton, DC 20006
Phone: (202) 292-6700
Website: https://academyhealth.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Academyhealth funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was University of Pittsburgh ($375K). Together the top 10 received $1.5M.
Grant Size Distribution
37 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 16 grants of 37 (43%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 grant dollars were distributed among recipients in multiple states. The largest reported shares went to Pennsylvania (21%), Massachusetts (16%), South Carolina (10%), Virginia (9%), and Michigan (8%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 33 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2023 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $228K (2023) to $2.6M (2024). In 2024 it made 33 grants totaling $2.6M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Pittsburgh Pittsburgh, PA | Co leads and participates in the strategic oversight of all tasks, project and milestones, and progress reports | $375,231 |
| University of Maryland Baltimore County Baltimore, MD | Provides guidance on all aspects of the project related to quantitative and qualitative research in support of the implementing doula care programs in medicaid to advance racial in severe maternal morbidity project | $194,886 |
| University of South Carolina Columbia, SC | Provides guidance on all aspects of the project related to quantitative and qualitative research in support of the implementing doula care programs in medicaid to advance racial in severe maternal morbidity project | $194,819 |
| Uc Regentsuniversity of California San Francisco San Francisco, CA | Provides oversight of all activities for the cross-site evaluation in partnership with dr. Cope, including data collection, analysis, and related dissemination. This role will additionally entail representation during meetings with hrsa as well as co-leadership of the blended academyhealth-ucsf measurement & evaluation (task 3) support team | $131,173 |
| University of Kentucky Research Foundation Lexington, KY | Provides guidance on all aspects of the project related to quantitative and qualitative research in support of the implementing doula care programs in medicaid to advance racial in severe maternal morbidity project | $127,238 |
| University of Michigan Ann Arbor, MI | Provides guidance on all aspects of the project related to quantitative and qualitative research in support of the implementing doula care programs in medicaid to advance racial in severe maternal morbidity project | $118,596 |
| Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond, VA | Provides guidance on all aspects of the project related to quantitative and qualitative research in support of the implementing doula care programs in medicaid to advance racial in severe maternal morbidity project | $106,850 |
| Black Mother's Breastfeeding Association Detroit, MI | Provides subject matter expertise on survey and focus group instruments and assist with outreach to medicaid beneficiaries | $101,484 |
| Grayhall St. Paul, MN | Provides consultative expertise and research services which include project management, engagement, collaborating with other doula agencies and produce brief summary of findings. | $100,610 |
| Family Voices Concord, MA | Provides project management assistance, and partnership for the meetings and workshops | $94,413 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $12,800,272 | $16,134,169 | $17,463,813 | $2,613,121 | 33 | $59,606 |
| 2023 | $17,335,428 | $17,876,007 | $15,385,232 | $227,629 | 4 | $61,949 |
| 2022 | $15,559,119 | $12,169,245 | $12,316,579 | — | — | $54,423 |
| 2021 | $12,302,710 | $10,997,597 | $10,901,772 | — | — | $59,997 |
| 2020 | $10,944,130 | $11,432,438 | $11,320,761 | — | — | $73,619 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
AcademyHealth’s stated mission is to improve health and health care for all by advancing evidence to inform policy and practice. Its filing describes work to strengthen the health services research ecosystem through career development, mentorship, training, peer learning, research methods, data infrastructure, collaboration, and support for translating findings into accessible, actionable information. It also hosts national conferences and provides a collaborative forum for members.
The 2024 grants included research and evaluation partnerships related to implementing doula care programs in Medicaid and severe maternal morbidity, as well as project management, stakeholder engagement, and dissemination. Grantees represented universities, hospitals, advocacy groups, and community organizations. For example, Black Mothers’ Breastfeeding Association describes its mission as reducing racial inequities in breastfeeding for African Americans. Family Voices says it works toward family-centered care for children and youth with special health care needs or disabilities, while Patient Advocate Foundation describes providing case management and financial aid to people with serious illnesses. These are the grantees’ stated missions, not AcademyHealth’s.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, AcademyHealth reported 33 grants totaling $2,613,121. Grant amounts ranged from $17,517 to $375,231, with a median of $74,962.
The largest reported grant was $375,231 to the University of Pittsburgh for strategic oversight and participation in project tasks, milestones, and progress reporting. Other notable grants included $194,886 to the University of Maryland Baltimore County and $194,819 to the University of South Carolina for research support related to doula care programs in Medicaid and severe maternal morbidity; $131,173 to the UC Regents/University of California, San Francisco, for cross-site evaluation; and $101,484 to Black Mothers’ Breastfeeding Association for expertise on research instruments and outreach to Medicaid beneficiaries.
AcademyHealth’s website provides information about funding opportunities from foundations and government agencies, including fellowships and scholarships.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Aaron Carroll as president and CEO from March 18, 2024, and Lisa Simpson as president and CEO until March 31, 2024. It lists Lucy Savitz as chair of the board, Rasu Shrestha as vice chair, Ming Jack Po as treasurer, and Ninez Ponce as secretary. Alice S. Adams, Richardo Correa, Cheryl Damberg, and Shekinah A. Fashaw-Walters are also listed as directors.
Academyhealth is led by Aaron Carroll, President & CEO on the 2024 filing; 14 of 28 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Aaron Carroll
President & CEO
New on the 2024 filing
55 hrs/week
$475K (2024)
Lisa Simpson
President & CEO
New on the 2024 filing
55 hrs/week
$1.3M (2024)
Lucy Savitz
Director - Chair of the Board
Director- Secretary → Director- Vice Chair of the Board, 2023
Director- Vice Chair of the Board → Director - Chair of the Board, 2024
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Angelica Rodriquez
Membership Director
Director → Membership Director, 2024
On filings since 2023
55 hrs/week
$153K (2023) → $165K (2024)
Lauren Adams
Senior Director
On filings since 2023
55 hrs/week
$156K (2023) → $170K (2024)
Stacy Halbert
It Director
Director → It Director, 2024
On filings since 2023
55 hrs/week
$148K (2023) → $159K (2024)
Amy Hammer
Senior Director
New on the 2024 filing
55 hrs/week
$187K (2024)
Susan Kennedy
Senior Director
New on the 2024 filing
55 hrs/week
$154K (2024)
Alice S. Adams
Director
Director- Chair of Th → Director- Past Chair of Board, 2023
Director- Past Chair of Board → Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Charles N. Kahn III
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Cheryl Damberg
Director
Director - Vice Chair of the Board → Director - Chair of the Board, 2023
Director - Chair of the Board → Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lucia Savage
Director
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ming Jack Po
Director - Treasurer
Director - Treasurer → Director- Treasurer, 2023
Director- Treasurer → Director - Treasurer, 2024
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ninez Ponce
Director - Secretary
Director- Secretary → Director - Secretary, 2024
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Andrew M. Ibrahim
Director
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Eric C. Schneider
Director
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Hong-Lun Tiunn
Director - Student Representative
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lusine Poghosyan
Director
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Richardo Correa
Director
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Shekinah A. Fashaw-Walters
Director
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kristin Rosengren
Vice President
On filings since 2020
55 hrs/week
$174K (2020) → $236K (2024)
Margo Edmunds
Vice President
On filings since 2020
55 hrs/week
$208K (2020) → $254K (2024)
Michael Gluck
Vice President
Senior Director → Vice President, 2023
On filings since 2020
55 hrs/week
$193K (2020) → $230K (2024)
Elizabeth Cope
Vice President
On filings since 2023
55 hrs/week
$168K (2023) → $184K (2024)
Deborah Edwards
CFO & Vice President
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$132K (2024)
Holly Hueston
CFO & Vice President
New on the 2024 filing
55 hrs/week
$149K (2024)
Teasha Powell Pelham
Vice President
New on the 2024 filing
55 hrs/week
$206K (2024)
Rasu Shrestha
Director - Vice Chair of the Board
Director → Director - Vice Chair of the Board, 2024
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (25)
- Former: Amy Hammer Ms (2020–2023) — Senior Director
- Former: Atul Grover MD PhD (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Bruce Landon Md Mba Msc (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Deborah Edwards Ma (2020–2023) — CFO & Vice President
- Former: Elizabeth Yano PhD (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Eric C. Schneider Md Msc (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Fadia Tohme Shaya PhD MPH (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Lisa Simpson Mbbch MPH (2020–2023) — President & CEO
- Former: Reed V. Tuckson Md Facp (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Victor Montori MD (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Gennice Carter (2023) — Director
- Former: Natelie Lawson (2023) — Director- Student Representative
- Former: Teasha Powell Pelham Ms (2023) — Vice President
- Former: Bonnie Cluxton JD MPH (2020–2022) — Vice President
- Former: Claire D. Brindis Dr Ph (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Helen Burstin MD MPH (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Shekinah Fashaw Msph (2020–2022) — Director- Student Representative
- Former: Ninez Ponce Ph D. MPP (2021–2022) — Director
- Former: Anne Beal MD MPH (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: John Z. Ayanian MD MPP (2020–2021) — Director- Treasurer
- Former: Darrell J. Gaskin PhD (2020) — Director
- Former: Karen Minyard Phd Mn (2020) — Director
- Former: Laurence C. Baker PhD (2020) — Director
- Former: Robin Newhouse PhD RN (2020) — Director
- Former: Shoshanna Sofaer Dr Ph (2020) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $1.3M, to Lisa Simpson (President and CEO (Until 3/31/24)). 14 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Academyhealth
How much does Academyhealth give each year?
Academyhealth gave $2.6M across 33 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $228K across 4 grants.
What is Academyhealth's typical grant size?
Academyhealth's median grant in 2024 was $74,962, and its average grant was $79,185, across 33 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does Academyhealth give grants?
Academyhealth's top state is Pennsylvania, with 21% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990. The next largest states were Massachusetts (16%) and South Carolina (10%). The most frequent recipient cities were Boston, MA (5 grants), Richmond, VA (3 grants) and Philadelphia, PA (2 grants).
Does Academyhealth give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 33 grants with a stated purpose on Academyhealth's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support.
Who are Academyhealth's largest grantees?
Academyhealth's largest 2024 grantees include University of Pittsburgh ($375,231), University of Maryland Baltimore County ($194,886) and University of South Carolina ($194,819), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 29% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Academyhealth?
Academyhealth reported $12.8M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $16.1M.
What does Academyhealth fund?
AcademyHealth’s stated mission is to improve health and health care for all by advancing evidence to inform policy and practice. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Academyhealth?
Academyhealth has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check academyhealth.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Academyhealth's EIN?
Academyhealth's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 52-1260918. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 14, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 17, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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Grantable. (2026). Academyhealth funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 15, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/academyhealth-morg_a798d9c6e0ec483d88fff69ee820cacd
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