American Hospital Association
The American Hospital Association (AHA) is a public charity based in Chicago, Illinois. Formed in 1898, it leads, represents and serves hospitals, health systems and related organizations, and makes grants and contributions to support organizations’ operations or specific projects.
American Hospital Association at a glance
In short: American Hospital Association gave $11.7M across 23 grants in 2024 (avg $507K), mostly in District of Columbia. 61% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $11,651,235
- +299.2% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 23
- +27.8% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $506,575
- +212.4% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $27,375
- Total assets
- $435,317,531
- -1.9% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 61% first-time grantees (14 of 23, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- District of Columbia (90% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to American Hospital Association
- Contact
Mailing address: 155 North Wacker Drive 400, Chicago, IL 60606-1725
Phone: (312) 422-3000
Website: https://aha.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from American Hospital Association
Who American Hospital Association funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Coalition to Strengthen America's Health Care ($8.0M). Together the top 10 received $11.4M.
Grant Size Distribution
86 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 56 grants of 86 (65%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 grant-dollar distribution was reported as 90% to recipients in Washington, DC; 4% to South Dakota; and 4% to Virginia. North Carolina and Maryland were each reported as 0%. These are the reported state shares; the listed grants also include recipients in other states.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 23 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is American Hospital Association open to new grantees?
61%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 14 of 23 grantees (61%) were first-time recipients. With only 23 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 4 points. First grants averaged $216K; repeat grants $959K. How we count
Medians: $35K first-time, $27K repeat.
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2019–2024). 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 2019 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $1.0M (2021) to $11.7M (2024). In 2024 it made 23 grants totaling $11.7M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Coalition to Strengthen America's Health Care Washington, DC | Support Payment | $8,000,000 |
| Aonl Foundation for Nursing Leadership Research and Education Washington, DC | Support Payment | $1,200,000 |
| Majority Forward Washington, DC | Support Payment | $1,000,000 |
| Newheights for America Sioux Falls, SD | Support Payment | $500,000 |
| One Nation Haymarket, VA | Support Payment | $500,000 |
| Healthcare Workforce Coalition Washington, DC | Support Payment | $70,000 |
| Democratic Governors Association Washingon, DC | Support Payment | $50,000 |
| North Carolina Healthcare Foundation Raleigh, NC | Support Payment | $50,000 |
| National Governors Assocation Washington, DC | Support Payment | $45,000 |
| Association of University Programs in Health Administration (Aupha) Washington, DC | Support Payment | $30,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
AHA reported 23 grants in 2024, 18 in 2023 and 16 in 2022.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $435,317,531 | $146,713,516 | $169,315,735 | $11,651,235 | 23 | $1,210,162 |
| 2023 | $443,776,104 | $144,726,544 | $144,871,227 | $2,918,622 | 18 | $9,339,449 |
| 2022 | $416,638,937 | $138,801,841 | $132,219,414 | $1,780,250 | 16 | $4,556,845 |
| 2021 | $399,884,770 | $128,883,920 | $118,628,065 | $1,035,250 | 13 | $6,768,482 |
| 2020 | $353,358,430 | $119,949,830 | $118,252,498 | $2,336,750 | 16 | $6,417,573 |
| 2019 | $303,615,590 | $144,079,676 | $137,455,524 | $1,859,413 | 33 | $9,370,466 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
AHA’s stated mission is “to advance the health of all individuals and communities.” It leads, represents and serves hospitals, health systems and related organizations committed to equitable care and health improvement.
AHA’s stated program areas include discussing health care issues and developing best practices with members; representing and advocating members’ policy positions; and providing membership services such as education, information, networking and leadership opportunities. Its 2025–2027 strategic plan identifies advocacy and representation, thought leadership, knowledge exchange and serving as an agent of change as its primary disciplines.
AHA’s 2024 grants included support for organizations working in nursing leadership, health care workforce advocacy, state health care improvement, hospital representation, health care leadership and public policy. For example, the AONL Foundation for Nursing Leadership Research and Education describes its mission as creating opportunities to bridge science and practice to shape nursing leadership. The Healthcare Workforce Coalition says it brings together health care stakeholders to advocate for a strong and resilient workforce. The North Carolina Healthcare Foundation describes its mission as fostering the collective impact of hospitals, health systems and community partners to improve health in North Carolina. These are the grantees’ stated missions, not AHA’s.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, AHA reported 23 grants totaling $11,651,235. Grant amounts ranged from $5,000 to $8 million, with a median of $27,375. The largest listed grants were $8 million to Coalition to Strengthen America’s Health Care, $1.2 million to AONL Foundation for Nursing Leadership Research and Education, and $1 million to Majority Forward. Each was reported with the purpose “support payment.” Other listed grants included $500,000 each to NewHeights for America and One Nation.
AHA also offers the AHA Quest for Quality Prize Grant, listed as active. It recognizes hospitals and health systems for leadership and innovation in improving care quality and advancing health. Applicants should demonstrate exceptional quality, safe and patient- and family-centered care, partnerships with community organizations to improve community health, and innovative care models. One winner and up to two finalists are to be recognized at the 2026 AHA Leadership Summit; the committee may also present Citations of Merit.
AHA’s Grant Services supports hospitals and health systems, State Hospital Associations and other health care organizations with funding-opportunity searches, eligibility and fit assessments, proposal support, grant-process management and strategic planning. Service options and included proposal-development support vary by tier.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Joanne M. Conroy as chair, Christina Freese Decker as chair elect, John M. Haupert as past chair, and Richard J. Pollack as president and CEO. Trustees listed include Bill Gassen, Bob Trestman, Dennis W. Pullin, Heidi Duncan, John Lynch III and Joseph R. Impicciche.
American Hospital Association is led by Richard J Pollack, President & CEO on every filing since 2019; 28 of 44 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Richard J Pollack
President & CEO
On filings since 2019
40 hrs/week
$4M (2019) → $5.8M (2024)
M Michelle Hood
Executive Vice President COO & President Hf
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$888K (2020) → $1.9M (2024)
Christopher M. Derienzo
Senior Vice President Cpe & President Hret
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$678K (2023) → $887K (2024)
Joanne M Conroy
Chair
Trustee → Chair-Elect, 2023
Chair-Elect → Chair, 2024
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
$15K (2023) → $36K (2024)
Russell R. Gronewold
Trustee
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
$782 (2021) → $3K (2024)
Dennis W. Pullin
Trustee
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
$2K (2022) → $0 (2024)
Heidi Duncan
Trustee
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
$4K (2022) → $3K (2024)
John Lynch III
Trustee
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
$995 (2022) → $2K (2024)
Michael Abrams
Trustee
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
$4K (2022) → $3K (2024)
Marc L. Boom
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
$12K (2024)
Terika Richardson
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
$635 (2023) → $738 (2024)
Michael Mayo
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
$2K (2024)
Tim McManus
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
$1K (2024)
Phyllis A. Cowling
Trustee
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Joseph R. Impicciche
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Lori Morgan
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mary Ann Fuchs
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Schonay Barnett-Jones
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Steve Purves
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Victoria W. Bayless
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Bill Gassen
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Bob Trestman
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kurt Barwis
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Laura Kaiser
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Matt Willie
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Michael Ugwueke
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Steve Diaz
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Alicia N Mitchell
Senior Vice President Communications
On filings since 2019
40 hrs/week
$532K (2019) → $701K (2024)
Ashley B Thompson
Senior Vice President Public Policy
On filings since 2019
40 hrs/week
$623K (2019) → $993K (2024)
Douglas C Shaw
Senior Vice President Business Development
Senior Vice President Field Engagement → Senior Vice President Business Development, 2021
On filings since 2019
40 hrs/week
$495K (2019) → $871K (2024)
John M Haupert
Past Chair
Chair-Elect → Chair, 2023
Chair → Past Chair, 2024
On filings since 2019
5 hrs/week
$818 (2019) → $22K (2024)
Lisa Kidder Hrobsky
Gvp Fed Rel-Adv Pol Affrs
On filings since 2019
40 hrs/week
$326K (2019) → $712K (2024)
Melinda R Hatton
General Counsel & Secretary
Senior Vice President & General Counsel → General Counsel & Secretary, 2022
On filings since 2019
40 hrs/week
$886K (2019) → $297K (2024)
Susan Gergely
Aha Senior Vice President Chief People Officer
Aha Senior Vice President Chief Hr Officer → Aha Senior Vice President Chief People Officer, 2021
On filings since 2019
40 hrs/week
$425K (2019) → $807K (2024)
Susan M Solomon
Group Vice President Dep General Counsel
On filings since 2019
40 hrs/week
$406K (2019) → $473K (2024)
Jeanette Porter
Aha Senior Vice President Field Engagement
On filings since 2021
40 hrs/week
$324K (2021) → $602K (2024)
Joy Lewis
Senior Vice President Health Eqty Executive Director Ifdhe
On filings since 2021
40 hrs/week
$363K (2021) → $587K (2024)
Molly Smith
Gvp & Public Policy
On filings since 2021
40 hrs/week
$350K (2021) → $434K (2024)
Stacey L. Hughes
Executive Vice President Gov Rel & Public Pol
On filings since 2021
40 hrs/week
$911K (2021) → $1.7M (2024)
Chad I. Golder
Senior Vice President General Counsel Secretary
Gvp Deputy General Counsel → Senior Vice President General Counsel Secretary, 2024
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$402K (2022) → $1.1M (2024)
James E. Tyler Jr.
Senior Vice President Associate Svcs, CFO & Treasurer
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$224K (2022) → $694K (2024)
John L. Riggi
Senior Advr Cybersecurity-Risk
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$446K (2022) → $575K (2024)
Peter Markos
Gvp & CIO
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$59K (2023) → $351K (2024)
Christina Freese Decker
Chair Elect
Trustee → Chair Elect, 2024
On filings since 2022
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (46)
- Former: Wright L Lassiter III (2019–2023) — Immediate Past Chair
- Former: Bruce D. White (2021–2023) — Trustee
- Former: D. Montez Carter (2021–2023) — Trustee
- Former: Douglas S. Brown (2021–2023) — Trustee
- Former: James R. Prister (2021–2023) — Trustee
- Former: Janice E. Nevin (2021–2023) — Trustee
- Former: Mary Beth Kingston (2021–2023) — Trustee
- Former: Nicholas R Tejeda (2021–2023) — Trustee
- Former: Warner L. Thomas (2021–2023) — Trustee
- Former: Gail M Lovinger (2019–2022) — Senior Vice President & Secretary
- Former: Robert I Sarkis (2019–2022) — Vice President Chief Information Officer
- Former: Rodney F Hochman (2019–2022) — Immediate Past Chair
- Former: Sylvia J Young (2019–2022) — Trustee
- Former: C Wright Pinson (2020–2022) — Trustee
- Former: Mary N Mannix (2020–2022) — Trustee
- Former: Michael J Charlton (2020–2022) — Trustee
- Former: Ronald C Werft (2020–2022) — Trustee
- Former: Roxie C Wells (2020–2022) — Trustee
- Former: Christina Y Fisher (2019–2021) — Senior Vice President & CFO
- Former: Delvecchio S Finley (2019–2021) — Trustee
- Former: Gloria J Kupferman (2019–2021) — Chief Data Strategy Officer
- Former: Gregory P Poulsen (2019–2021) — Trustee
- Former: Harsh K Trivedi (2019–2021) — Trustee
- Former: Marna R Borgstrom (2019–2021) — Trustee
- Former: Melinda L Estes (2019–2021) — Immediate Past Chair
- Former: Rebecca Hultberg (2019–2021) — Trustee
- Former: Susan Fox (2019–2021) — Trustee
- Former: Thomas P Nickels (2019–2021) — Senior Advisor, Gov. Rel & Public Policy
- Former: Brian A Gragnolati (2019–2020) — Immediate Past Chair
- Former: Candice L Saunders (2019–2020) — Trustee
- Former: Christina R Campos (2019–2020) — Trustee
- Former: Claire M Zangerle (2019–2020) — Trustee
- Former: David Entwistle (2019–2020) — Trustee
- Former: Douglas P Cropper (2019–2020) — Trustee
- Former: Glenn A Robinson (2019–2020) — Trustee
- Former: Maryjane Wurth (2019–2020) — Executive Vice President COO & President Hf
- Former: Peter J Wright (2019–2020) — Trustee
- Former: Robert F Casalou (2019–2020) — Trustee
- Former: Mary B Maertens (2020) — Trustee
- Former: David R Molmen (2019) — Trustee
- Former: Eileen R O'Keefe (2019) — Acting Senior Executive Memb. Relations
- Former: Jason A Spring (2019) — Trustee
- Former: Nancy P Howell Agee (2019) — Immediate Past Chair
- Former: Ryan L Frazier (2019) — Aha Senior Vice President Member Relations
- Former: Vanessa Ervin (2019) — Trustee
- Former: William F Carpenter III (2019) — Trustee
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2024. "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 $5.8M, to Richard J Pollack (President & CEO). 28 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about American Hospital Association
How much does American Hospital Association give each year?
American Hospital Association gave $11.7M across 23 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $2.9M across 18 grants.
What is American Hospital Association's typical grant size?
American Hospital Association's median grant in 2024 was $27,375, and its average grant was $506,575, across 23 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from American Hospital Association that year got $216K on average.
Where does American Hospital Association give grants?
American Hospital Association gives mostly in District of Columbia: 90% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Washington, DC (8 grants).
Does American Hospital Association give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 23 grants with a stated purpose on American Hospital Association's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Support Payment" (23 grants).
Who are American Hospital Association's largest grantees?
American Hospital Association's largest 2024 grantees include Coalition to Strengthen America's Health Care ($8,000,000), Aonl Foundation for Nursing Leadership Research and Education ($1,200,000) and Majority Forward ($1,000,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 88% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is American Hospital Association?
American Hospital Association reported $435.3M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $146.7M.
What does American Hospital Association fund?
AHA’s stated mission is “to advance the health of all individuals and communities.” It leads, represents and serves hospitals, health systems and related organizations committed to equitable care and health improvement. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from American Hospital Association?
American Hospital Association has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check aha.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is American Hospital Association's EIN?
American Hospital Association's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 36-0726140. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS October 27, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS October 27, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 14, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 15, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 5, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 16, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2019–2024
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