American Paradigm Schools
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.
American Paradigm Schools at a glance
- Total assets
- $8,776,334
- +17.7% vs 2024
- Revenue (2025)
- $6,090,289
- +9.9% vs 2024
- Net investment income (2025)
- $231,080
- +2.1% vs 2024
- Expenses (2025)
- $4,836,790
- +8.8% vs 2024
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated October 2026.
Who American Paradigm Schools funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Grant Size Distribution
1 grant across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 1 grant of 1 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $100 (2022) to $30K (2021). In 2024 it reported $4K in grants paid, as a total without an itemized list.
Hatched bars: grants paid as reported on the IRS filing, which lists no individual grants for that year.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tacony Academy Charter School Philadelphia, PA | To Purchase Computers for the School | $30,000 |
Ready to take the next step with American Paradigm Schools?
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,776,334 | $6,090,289 | $4,836,790 | — | — | $231,080 |
| 2024 | $7,458,220 | $5,542,361 | $4,444,340 | $3,600 | Total only | $226,306 |
| 2023 | $6,400,579 | $4,351,471 | $4,093,358 | $652 | Total only | $88,916 |
| 2022 | $6,158,939 | $4,624,778 | $3,742,485 | $100 | Total only | $75 |
| 2021 | $5,425,515 | $4,747,014 | $3,974,259 | $30,000 | 1 | $683 |
"Total only": grants paid as reported on the IRS filing, which lists no individual grants for that year.
About American Paradigm Schools
Based on IRS filings
American Paradigm Schools is a public charity focused on Education, based in Philadelphia, PA. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2025. As of 2025, the organization holds $8.8M in total assets. Net investment income was $231K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
American Paradigm Schools is led by Ashley Redfearn, CEO since 2022 (on filings since 2021); 3 of 11 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Ashley Redfearn
CEO
Chief Executive Officer → CEO, 2022
On filings since 2021
40 hrs/week
$194K (2021) → $268K (2025)
Peter Kountz
President
Chairman → Vice President & Acting President, 2024
Vice President & Acting President → President, 2025
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kristine Magargee
Chief Academic Officer
On filings since 2021
40 hrs/week
$178K (2021) → $214K (2025)
Scott Kramer
Chief Talent Officer
On filings since 2021
40 hrs/week
$127K (2021) → $155K (2025)
Richard Ellis III
Vice President
Secretary & Treasurer → Vice President, 2025
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Anita Vega-Kaiser
Board Member
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Barbara Saunders
Secretary
Board Member → Secretary, 2025
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Sandra Farmer
Board Member
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lisabeth Henry
Treasurer
New on the 2025 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Nikola Lonchar
Board Member
New on the 2025 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Reginald Howard
Board Member
New on the 2025 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (7)
- Former: Lisa Johnson (2022–2024) — Board Member
- Former: Joseph Bauer (2022–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Gerald Santilli (2021–2022) — CEO & President
- Former: Jennifer Tran (2021) — Trustee
- Former: John Hayes (2021) — Trustee
- Former: Mark Piech (2021) — President
- Former: Mary Catherine Santilli (2021) — Chief Business Officer
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $268K, to Ashley Redfearn (CEO). 3 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about American Paradigm Schools
How large is American Paradigm Schools?
American Paradigm Schools reported $8.8M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $6.1M.
What is American Paradigm Schools?
American Paradigm Schools is a public charity focused on Education, based in Philadelphia, PA. It holds $8.8M in total assets as of 2025.
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 2021–2025.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS March 14, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS May 4, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS May 2, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS May 12, 2025)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS April 27, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2024
Explore Open Grants
Browse active grant opportunities in American Paradigm Schools's focus areas in our free grants database
Similar Funders
Similar funders in Pennsylvania
The Pittsburgh Foundation
Pittsburgh, PA
The Pittsburgh Foundation funds nonprofits working in basic needs, equity and social justice, environmental action, arts and culture, and economic mobility, with most opportunities for organizations in Allegheny County or primarily serving its residents. Its 2024 grants had a median amount of about $18,600, though awards varied widely. The profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.
Assets
$1.5B
Grants
1,132
Total Given
$64.0M
The William Penn Foundation
Philadelphia, PA
The William Penn Foundation funds arts and culture, children and families, civic participation, the environment and public spaces, and workforce training, primarily in the Philadelphia region. Its 2024 median grant was $50,000, though awards varied widely. It accepts unsolicited requests through limited open applications and invites letters of inquiry from public charities.
Assets
$3.4B
Grants
1,027
Total Given
$148.8M
Dick's Sporting Goods Foundation
Coraopolis, PA
DICK’S Sporting Goods Foundation primarily funds youth sports participation in under-resourced communities, including equipment, registration costs and facilities, and also supports outdoor access and education. Its 2025 grants ranged from $626 to $2.5 million, with a median of $5,000, and Sports Matter funding has reached all 50 states. Sports Matter opportunities are by invitation only; the foundation says 501(c)(3) grant requests should be submitted in writing.
Assets
$34.5M
Grants
964
Total Given
$18.0M
Hillman Family Foundations
Pittsburgh, PA
The 18 independently operated foundations support projects in areas such as arts and culture, health, education, economic development, and community improvement, with a preference for Pittsburgh and southwestern Pennsylvania; each foundation has its own geographic focus. In 2024, grants ranged from $75 to $5 million, with a median of $20,000. The 2024 filing says unsolicited requests are accepted, beginning with a brief letter of intent through the online portal.
Assets
$1.9B
Grants
814
Total Given
$88.8M
Pidc Financing Corporation
Philadelphia, PA
PIDC Financing Corporation administers Pennsylvania business loans for real estate, leasehold improvements, and equipment, as well as partner-funded grants for Philadelphia economic, cultural, civic, historical, storefront, and stormwater projects. Its 2024 filing reports no grants, so no typical giving level is stated; grant partners select recipients, and the profile does not state whether unsolicited requests are accepted.
Assets
$6.7M
Grants
774
Total Given
$16.4M
The Philadelphia Foundation
Philadelphia, PA
The Philadelphia Foundation supports economic mobility and other community needs through grants to nonprofits, including workforce development, direct services, and initiatives addressing urgent regional challenges. In 2024, its median grant was $25,500, and its primary service area is Greater Philadelphia; whether it accepts unsolicited requests is not stated.
Assets
$704.6M
Grants
715
Total Given
$39.1M
More similar funders
More Funders in Pennsylvania
The filing figures on this page are open data under CC BY 4.0. About GrantGraph Open
Figures come from American Paradigm Schools's IRS filings (methodology). AI-written summaries, news items and logos are not covered by the open licence. Spot an error? Email hello@grantable.co.
American Paradigm Schools down — hundreds of funders to go?