American Principles Project
American Principles Project was created to promote the dignity of the human person as affirmed by America's founding principles, namely that we are all d equal, endowed by our Creator with certain inalienable rights, and among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness." American Principles Project seeks to advocate for policy solutions that uphold and educate Americans about these principles, particularly as they relate to the inherent dignity of workers, parents, students and immigrants as well as the sacredness of all human life and traditional marriage.
American Principles Project at a glance
In short: American Principles Project gave $207K across 4 grants in 2024 (avg $52K), top state Alabama. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $206,900
- -35.8% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 4
- +300.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $51,725
- -84.0% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $50,000
- Total assets
- $2,490,107
- -16.8% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Alabama (48% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who American Principles Project funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 4 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Buckeye Values ($100K). Together the top 4 received $207K.
Grant Size Distribution
14 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 4 grants of 14 (29%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 4 itemized grants.
Cities
How American Principles Project gives
- Giving fell 57% from 2021 to 2024. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $207K (2024) to $3.4M (2020). In 2024 it made 4 grants totaling $207K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Buckeye Values Mountain Brook, AL | General Support | $100,000 |
| Republican Governors Association Washington, DC | Membership | $50,000 |
| Arizona Free Enterprise Club Tempe, AZ | General Support | $50,000 |
| Council for National Policy Washington, DC | General Support | $6,900 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,490,107 | $3,859,846 | $4,379,951 | $206,900 | 4 |
| 2023 | $2,991,120 | $5,294,897 | $4,059,649 | $322,500 | 1 |
| 2022 | $1,909,719 | $5,120,026 | $4,572,477 | $710,000 | 3 |
| 2021 | $808,349 | $2,671,248 | $2,485,920 | $479,000 | 3 |
| 2020 | $593,288 | $6,052,162 | $5,794,471 | $3,398,000 | 3 |
About American Principles Project
Based on IRS filings
American Principles Project is a public charity focused on Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy, based in Arlington, VA. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $2.5M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 4 grants totaling $207K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
American Principles Project is led by Terrence Schilling, President on every filing since 2020; 6 of 12 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Terrence Schilling
President
On filings since 2020
35 hrs/week
$166K (2020) → $247K (2024)
Anthony Labruna
Executive Director
New on the 2024 filing
35 hrs/week
$153K (2024)
Sean Fieler
Chairman
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jon Schweppe
Director of Policy & Government Affairs
Director of Policy & Gov't Affairs → Director of Policy & Government Affairs, 2023
On filings since 2021
15.5 hrs/week
$125K (2021) → $177K (2024)
Paul Dupont
Director of Communications
On filings since 2023
35 hrs/week
$121K (2023) → $149K (2024)
Christopher Madden
Director of Development
New on the 2024 filing
35 hrs/week
$112K (2024)
Bob Case
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Charlie McKinney
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Maggie Gallagher
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Ross Burnam
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Francis Cannon
Treasurer & President Emeritus
On filings since 2020
20 hrs/week
$168K (2020) → $182K (2024)
Ellen Barrosse
Secretary
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (3)
- Former: Adam Korzeniewski (2023) — Executive Director
- Former: Raheem Kassam (2021–2022) — The National Pulse Editor
- Former: David Bathon (2021) — Director of Operations
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 $247K, to Terrence Schilling (President). 6 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about American Principles Project
How much does American Principles Project give each year?
American Principles Project gave $207K across 4 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $323K across 1 grant.
What is American Principles Project's typical grant size?
American Principles Project's median grant in 2024 was $50,000, and its average grant was $51,725, across 4 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does American Principles Project give grants?
American Principles Project's top state is Alabama, with 48% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990. The next largest states were District of Columbia (28%) and Arizona (24%). The most frequent recipient cities were Washington, DC (2 grants).
Does American Principles Project give general operating support?
Yes: 75% of American Principles Project's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (3 of 4) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990.
How large is American Principles Project?
American Principles Project reported $2.5M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $3.9M.
What is American Principles Project?
American Principles Project is a public charity focused on Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy, based in Arlington, VA. It holds $2.5M in total assets as of 2024.
What is American Principles Project's EIN?
American Principles Project's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 26-4613397. 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
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS January 11, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS February 27, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 22, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS March 17, 2025)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS January 14, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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