Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence
The Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence (ACADV) is a public charity filing Form 990, based in Little Rock, Arkansas. Founded in 1981, it is a coalition of domestic violence service providers and supporters working across rural and urban communities in the state.
Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence at a glance
In short: Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence gave $2.6M across 28 grants in 2025 (avg $94K), mostly in Arkansas. 0% of 2025 grantees were new. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $2,631,389
- +11.2% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 28
- -3.4% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $93,978
- +15.2% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $79,207
- Total assets
- $838,082
- +4.5% vs 2024
- New grantees (estimate)
- 0% first-time grantees (0 of 28, 2025)
- Primary geography
- Arkansas (100% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence
- Contact
Mailing address: 124 W Capitol Avenue Suite 885, Little Rock, AR 72201
Phone: (501) 907-5612
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Peace at Home Family Shelter ($364K). Together the top 10 received $1.6M.
Grant Size Distribution
81 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $50–100K range: 38 grants of 81 (47%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2025 filing reports that 100% of grant dollars went to Arkansas recipients. The website describes ACADV’s work as serving rural and urban communities across Arkansas.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 28 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence open to new grantees?
0%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 0 of 28 grantees (0%) were first-time recipients. How we count
- 100% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2023–2025). 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 2023 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $1.6M (2023) to $2.6M (2025). In 2025 it made 28 grants totaling $2.6M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Peace at Home Family Shelter Fayetteville, AR | Arpa Subreicepient Grant | $363,893 |
| Saline County Safe Haven Inc Benton, AR | Arpa Subreicepient Grant | $219,046 |
| Family Crisis Center Jonesboro, AR | Arpa Subreicepient Grant | $217,641 |
| Options Inc Monticello, AR | Arpa Subreicepient Grant | $141,314 |
| Restoration of Hope Stuttgart, AR | Arpa Subreicepient Grant | $130,587 |
| River Valley Shelter for Women Russellville, AR | Arpa Subreicepient Grant | $114,925 |
| Families in Transition West Memphis, AR | Arpa Subreicepient Grant | $112,759 |
| Northwest Arkansas Women's Shelter Rogers, AR | Arpa Subreicepient Grant | $102,934 |
| Crisis Intervention Center Fort Smith, AR | Arpa Subreicepient Grant | $97,238 |
| Sanctuary Inc Harrison, AR | Arpa Subreicepient Grant | $94,572 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Amounts are from the corresponding filing years.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $838,082 | $3,959,212 | $3,935,996 | $2,631,389 | 28 | $22 |
| 2024 | $801,953 | $3,376,733 | $3,364,573 | $2,366,059 | 29 | $16 |
| 2023 | $567,159 | $2,730,142 | $2,721,916 | $1,631,299 | 24 | $8 |
| 2022 | $914,339 | $730,409 | $712,728 | — | — | $35 |
| 2021 | $329,116 | $638,206 | $647,475 | — | — | $18 |
| 2020 | $372,830 | $561,203 | $533,606 | — | — | $29 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
ACADV states its mission is to eliminate domestic violence and promote healthy families. Its website describes a role in fostering collaboration among Arkansas providers and offering training, education, and technical assistance. It also provides referrals to member shelters that meet its program and fiscal standards.
The 2025 grants went to Arkansas organizations whose stated missions include sheltering and supporting people affected by domestic violence. For example, Peace at Home Family Shelter says it works to empower victims of family violence and their children and promote healthy relationships; Family Crisis Center says it provides shelter and relief for victims of domestic abuse. Northwest Arkansas Women’s Shelter says it serves victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, while Families in Transition describes providing safety, shelter, support services, public education, and social and legal advocacy.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, ACADV reported 28 grants totaling $2,631,389. Awards ranged from $5,446 to $363,893, with a median of $79,206. The listed grant purposes were “ARPA SUBREICEPIENT GRANT.” All reported grant dollars went to recipients in Arkansas.
The largest reported awards included $363,893 to Peace at Home Family Shelter in Fayetteville; $219,046 to Saline County Safe Haven in Benton; $217,641 to Family Crisis Center in Jonesboro; $141,314 to Options Inc in Monticello; and $130,587 to Restoration of Hope in Stuttgart.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists these officers and directors: Angela McGraw, chairperson; Melanie Palmer, vice-chairperson; Elizabeth Wesley, second vice-chairperson; Will Baker, finance officer; Terah Whitley, secretary; Teresa Mills, past president; and members Breanne Burton, Shoshana Wells, Phyllis McClendon, and Jeanna Sherrill.
Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence is led by Beth Sanders, Executive Director on every filing since 2023; 1 of 13 officers listed in 2025 is compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Beth Sanders
Executive Director
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$102K (2023) → $119K (2025)
Angela McGraw
Chairperson
Member → Vice Chairperson, 2022
Vice Chairperson → Chairperson, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Teresa Mills
Past President
Vice Chairperson → Chairperson, 2022
Chairperson → Past President, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Elizabeth Wesley
Second Vice Chairperson
Member → Second Vice Chairperson, 2024
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Melanie Palmer
Vice Chairperson
Member → Vice Chairperson, 2024
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Shoshana Wells
Member
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Terah Whitley
Secretary
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Will Baker
Finance Officer
Member → Finance Officer, 2023
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Breanne Burton
Member
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jeanna Sherrill
Member
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Phyllis McClendon
Member
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Ross Thompson
Member
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tina Winham
Member
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (6)
- Former: Penni Burns (2022–2023) — Second Vice Chairperson
- Former: Vicki Gestring (2022–2023) — Member
- Former: Barbara Mariani (2022) — Member
- Former: Kaye Candlish (2020–2021) — Member
- Former: Sara Stancil (2020–2021) — Member
- Former: Tammy Smith (2020–2021) — Chairperson
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "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 $119K, to Beth Sanders (Executive Director).
Frequently asked questions about Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence
How much does Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence give each year?
Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence gave $2.6M across 28 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. In 2024 it gave $2.4M across 29 grants.
What is Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence's typical grant size?
Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence's median grant in 2025 was $79,207, and its average grant was $93,978, across 28 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990.
Where does Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence give grants?
Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence gives mostly in Arkansas: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there.
Does Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 28 grants with a stated purpose on Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence's 2025 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Arpa Subreicepient Grant" (28 grants).
Who are Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence's largest grantees?
Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence's largest 2025 grantees include Peace at Home Family Shelter ($363,893), Saline County Safe Haven Inc ($219,046) and Family Crisis Center ($217,641), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. Together they received 30% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence?
Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence reported $838K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $4.0M.
What does Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence fund?
ACADV states its mission is to eliminate domestic violence and promote healthy families. Its website describes a role in fostering collaboration among Arkansas providers and offering training, education, and technical assistance. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence?
Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence's EIN?
Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 71-0536263. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(4)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS May 14, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS May 7, 2025)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS March 13, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2025
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