American Documentary Inc
A national non-profit media arts organization, American Documentary strives to make essential documentaries accessible as a catalyst for public discourse. We collaborate with passionate filmmakers to amplify their voices, nuture the nonfiction community, and conduct community outreach.
American Documentary Inc at a glance
In short: American Documentary Inc gave $46K across 6 grants in 2024 (avg $8K), top state District of Columbia. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $45,500
- -17.3% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 6
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $7,583
- -17.3% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $7,500
- Total assets
- $2,513,738
- -30.2% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- District of Columbia (18% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990 filing, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990 filing, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who American Documentary Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 6 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was The Howard University ($8K). Together the top 6 received $46K.
Grant Size Distribution
12 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 12 grants of 12 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 6 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 $46K (2024) to $55K (2023). In 2024 it made 6 grants totaling $46K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Howard University Washington, DC | Engagement and Outreach Grant | $8,000 |
| Georgia Public Tele Commmisio Atlanta, GA | Engagement and Outreach Grant | $7,500 |
| PBS Utah Salt Lake City, UT | Engagement and Outreach Grant | $7,500 |
| Praire Public Broadcasting Fargo, ND | Engagement and Outreach Grant | $7,500 |
| Rocky Mountain Public Media Denver, CO | Engagement and Outreach Grant | $7,500 |
| West Virginia PBF Inc Charleston, WV | Engagement and Outreach Grant | $7,500 |
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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 | $2,513,738 | $4,116,919 | $5,071,699 | $45,500 | 6 | $37,697 |
| 2023 | $3,601,996 | $4,460,880 | $5,302,127 | $55,000 | 6 | $7,655 |
| 2022 | $4,813,016 | $5,823,487 | $4,926,183 | — | — | $25,999 |
| 2021 | $4,468,317 | $5,634,331 | $5,010,208 | — | — | $2,912 |
| 2020 | $3,643,424 | $4,749,864 | $5,693,675 | — | — | $4,350 |
About American Documentary Inc
Based on IRS filings
American Documentary Inc is a nonprofit organization focused on Arts, Culture & Humanities, based in Brooklyn, NY. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $2.5M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 6 grants totaling $46K. Net investment income was $38K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
American Documentary Inc is led by Erika Dilday, Executive Director on every filing since 2021; 5 of 17 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Erika Dilday
Executive Director
On filings since 2021
40 hrs/week
$138K (2021) → $235K (2024)
Chris Plaut
Board Chair
Treasurer → Board Chair, 2021
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Asad Muhammad
Vice President & Community Eng.
Vice President → Vice President & Community Eng., 2022
On filings since 2021
40 hrs/week
$103K (2021) → $119K (2024)
Chris White
Vice President, Prgm. & Prod.
Vice President & Programming → Vice President, Prgm. & Prod., 2023
On filings since 2021
40 hrs/week
$103K (2021) → $118K (2024)
Betty Cordero
Senior Dr. Finance & Ops
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$100K (2024)
Cecilia Mejia
Vp.external Affair
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$122K (2024)
Anjali Kumar
Board Member
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Beth Viner
Board Member
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Danielle Lee
Board Member
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jane Hirt
Treasurer
Board Member → Treasurer, 2023
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
John Bredar
Secretary
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Joi Thomas Adams
Board Member
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kellie Castruita Specter
Board Member
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Michael Isip
Vice Chair
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Zain Habboo
Board Member
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Juanita Anderson
Executive at Large
Board Member → Executive at Large, 2024
On filings since 2022
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Mark Contreras
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (7)
- Former: Ann Tenenbaum (2020–2022) — Emeritus
- Former: Maori Karmael Holmes (2020–2021) — Board Member
- Former: Carolyn Strauss (2020) — Board Member
- Former: Justine Nagan (2020) — Executive Director
- Former: Kristal Choy (2020) — Vice President Finance & Bus.
- Former: Margaret Drain (2020) — Board Chair
- Former: Opeyemi Olukemi (2020) — Vice President Dig. Prod
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 $235K, to Erika Dilday (Executive Dir.). 5 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about American Documentary Inc
How much does American Documentary Inc give each year?
American Documentary Inc gave $46K across 6 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing. In 2023 it gave $55K across 6 grants.
What is American Documentary Inc's typical grant size?
American Documentary Inc's median grant in 2024 was $7,500, and its average grant was $7,583, across 6 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
Where does American Documentary Inc give grants?
American Documentary Inc's top state is District of Columbia, with 18% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing. The next largest states were Georgia (16%) and Utah (16%).
Does American Documentary Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 6 grants with a stated purpose on American Documentary Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990 filing were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Engagement and Outreach Grant" (6 grants).
Who are American Documentary Inc's largest grantees?
American Documentary Inc's largest 2024 grantees include The Howard University ($8,000), Georgia Public Tele Commmisio ($7,500) and PBS Utah ($7,500), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing. Together they received 51% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is American Documentary Inc?
American Documentary Inc reported $2.5M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing. Its revenue that year was $4.1M.
What is American Documentary Inc?
American Documentary Inc is a nonprofit organization focused on Arts, Culture & Humanities, based in Brooklyn, NY. It holds $2.5M in total assets as of 2024.
What is American Documentary Inc's EIN?
American Documentary Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 13-3447752. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
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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