THE MISSION OF AMERICAN PARADIGM SCHOOLS IS TO DEVELOP, MANAGE, AND SUPPORT DIVERSE SCHOOL COMMUNITIES, WHO ARE GROUNDED IN LITERACY TO PRODUCE ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AND EXPAND OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL STUDENTS. OUR VISION IS WORLD CLASS SCHOOLS IN DIVERSE COMMUNITIES.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$7.5M
+16.5% YoY
Revenue
$5.5M
+27.4% YoY
Net Investment Income
$226K
+154.5% YoY
Expenses
$4.4M
+8.6% YoY
About American Paradigm Schools
Based on IRS filings
American Paradigm Schools is a nonprofit organization focused on Education, based in PHILADELPHIA, PA. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $7.5M in total assets. Net investment income was $226K.
Focus Areas
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
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Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $7,458,220 | $6,400,579 | $6,158,939 |
| Revenue | $5,542,361 | $4,351,471 | $4,624,778 |
| Expenses | $4,444,340 | $4,093,358 | $3,742,485 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $226,306 | $88,916 | $75 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
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Grant Insights
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Top Recipients
Top 0 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
1 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
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No grants recorded for 2024.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| REV DR PETER KOUNTZ | VP/ACTING PRESIDENT | 2 | — |
| RICHARD ELLIS III | SECRETARY/TREASURER | 2 | — |
| ANITA VEGA-KAISER | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| BARBARA SAUNDERS | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| SANDRA FARMER | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| LISA JOHNSON | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| ASHLEY REDFEARN | CEO | 40 | $306,577 |
| SCOTT KRAMER | CHIEF TALENT OFFICER | 40 | $169,452 |
| KRISTINE MAGARGEE | CHIEF ACADEMIC OFFICER | 40 | $234,071 |
Subject Areas
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is American Paradigm Schools?
American Paradigm Schools is a nonprofit organization focused on Education, based in PHILADELPHIA, PA. It holds $7.5M in total assets as of 2024.
How large is American Paradigm Schools?
As of 2024, American Paradigm Schools holds $7.5M in total assets with $5.5M in annual revenue.
Where does American Paradigm Schools operate?
American Paradigm Schools has awarded grants in Pennsylvania.
What is American Paradigm Schools's EIN?
American Paradigm Schools's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 45-2581672. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
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