Alpha Phi Alpha Foundation of Akron
Alpha Phi Alpha Foundation of Akron is a private foundation based in Akron, Ohio. It gave $29,000 in grants to 13 recipients in 2024, with all reported grant dollars going to organizations in Ohio.
Alpha Phi Alpha Foundation of Akron at a glance
In short: Alpha Phi Alpha Foundation of Akron gave $29K across 13 grants in 2024 (avg $2K), mostly in Ohio. 31% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $29,000
- -32.1% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 13
- +18.2% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $2,231
- -42.5% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $1,500
- Total assets
- $583,064
- -3.6% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 31% first-time grantees (4 of 13, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Ohio (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990 filing, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990 filing, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Alpha Phi Alpha Foundation of Akron
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 662 Wolf Ledges Parkway, Akron, OH 44311
Phone: (330) 376-8787
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Alpha Phi Alpha Foundation of Akron funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was University of Akron ($9K). Together the top 10 received $28K.
Grant Size Distribution
67 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 67 grants of 67 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All reported 2024 grant dollars went to recipients in Ohio.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 13 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Alpha Phi Alpha Foundation of Akron open to new grantees?
31%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 4 of 13 grantees (31%) were first-time recipients. With only 13 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 8 points. First grants averaged $1K; repeat grants $3K. How we count
Medians: $1K first-time, $2K repeat.
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $26K (2022) to $49K (2021). In 2024 it made 13 grants totaling $29K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Akron Akron, OH | Grant | $8,500 |
| Project Grad of Akron Akron, OH | Grant | $5,000 |
| March of Dimes Cleveland, OH | Grant | $3,000 |
| Akron Urban League Akron, OH | Grant | $2,500 |
| Akron Zoological Park Akron, OH | Grant | $2,500 |
| Haven of Rest Ministries Akron, OH | Grant | $1,500 |
| Leadership Akron Akron, OH | Grant | $1,500 |
| NAACP - Akron Branch Akron, OH | Grant | $1,000 |
| Akron Community Foundation Akron, OH | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Aropi Akron, OH | Grant | $1,000 |
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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 | $583,064 | $11,801 | $35,416 | $29,000 | 13 | $11,686 |
| 2023 | $604,896 | $216,917 | $52,901 | $42,685 | 11 | $197,585 |
| 2022 | $536,237 | $11,368 | $38,552 | $26,200 | 11 | $11,368 |
| 2021 | $596,358 | $174 | $70,540 | $49,300 | 17 | $75 |
| 2020 | $664,854 | $74,473 | $55,002 | $35,000 | 15 | $74,473 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants went to organizations including educational, community, leadership, conservation, and human-services organizations. For example, Akron Zoological Park says it connects people with wildlife while inspiring lifelong learning and conservation action. Leadership Akron says its mission is to inspire, strengthen, and empower leaders and help create a greater Akron. United Disability Services says it provides and supports inclusive, life-enriching options through person-centered programs and advocacy.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 13 grants totaling $29,000. Grants ranged from $400 to $8,500, with a median grant of $1,500. Among the largest reported grants were $8,500 to the University of Akron, $5,000 to Project Grad of Akron, $3,000 to March of Dimes, and $2,500 each to Akron Urban League and Akron Zoological Park.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists these trustees: Charles Parnell, Charles DeBose, Paul Stallings, Tony Barnes, Todd Jackson, Charles L Green, Samuel D DeShazior, Larry Thomas, and Malcolm J Costa.
Alpha Phi Alpha Foundation of Akron's 2024 filing lists 9 officers; none of the 9 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Charles DeBose
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Charles L Green
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Charles Parnell
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Larry Thomas
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Malcolm J Costa
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Paul Stallings
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Samuel D DeShazior
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Todd Jackson
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tony Barnes
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (3)
- Former: Anthony Barnes (2023) — Trustee
- Former: Albert Bragg (2020–2022) — Trustee
- Former: Daryl Brown (2020–2022) — Trustee
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.
Frequently asked questions about Alpha Phi Alpha Foundation of Akron
How much does Alpha Phi Alpha Foundation of Akron give each year?
Alpha Phi Alpha Foundation of Akron gave $29K across 13 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing. In 2023 it gave $43K across 11 grants.
What is Alpha Phi Alpha Foundation of Akron's typical grant size?
Alpha Phi Alpha Foundation of Akron's median grant in 2024 was $1,500, and its average grant was $2,231, across 13 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing. Organizations receiving their first grant from Alpha Phi Alpha Foundation of Akron that year got $1K on average.
Where does Alpha Phi Alpha Foundation of Akron give grants?
Alpha Phi Alpha Foundation of Akron gives mostly in Ohio: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Akron, OH (12 grants).
Does Alpha Phi Alpha Foundation of Akron give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 13 grants with a stated purpose on Alpha Phi Alpha Foundation of Akron's 2024 IRS Form 990 filing were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Grant" (12 grants).
Who are Alpha Phi Alpha Foundation of Akron's largest grantees?
Alpha Phi Alpha Foundation of Akron's largest 2024 grantees include University of Akron ($8,500), Project Grad of Akron ($5,000) and March of Dimes ($3,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing. Together they received 57% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Alpha Phi Alpha Foundation of Akron?
Alpha Phi Alpha Foundation of Akron reported $583K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing. Its revenue that year was $12K.
What does Alpha Phi Alpha Foundation of Akron fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants went to organizations including educational, community, leadership, conservation, and human-services organizations. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Alpha Phi Alpha Foundation of Akron?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Alpha Phi Alpha Foundation of Akron's EIN?
Alpha Phi Alpha Foundation of Akron's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 34-1620911. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Alpha Phi Alpha Foundation of Akron accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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