Arthritis Foundation Inc
The Arthritis Foundation is the leading national nonprofit organization dedicated to conquering arthritis through research, advocacy, and patient support. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, the Foundation serves the nearly 60 million Americans diagnosed with arthritis and related diseases. Since its founding in 1948, it has evolved into a major research funder with a comprehensive approach to addressing arthritis across prevention, control, and cure initiatives.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$234.7M
+2.7% YoY
Annual Giving
$11.9M
+5.5% YoY
Grant Count
24
-25.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$498K
+40.7% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: To conquer arthritis by boldly pursuing a cure for America's #1 cause of disability while championing the fight with life-changing science, resources, advocacy, and community connections.
The Foundation operates across four primary pillars:
- Science & Research: Funding research initiatives to develop effective treatments and pursue a cure
- Advocacy & Access: Shaping and influencing health care policies and laws at state and federal levels to ensure timely, affordable access to treatments and medications
- Public Health Education: Providing comprehensive public health education and advocacy programs
- Connections & Empowerment: Offering ways for people to take control of arthritis by connecting with others who understand the challenges
The Foundation's primary focus areas include education, human services, and health care, with particular emphasis on pain management, continuity of care, and scientific advancement.
Grantmaking
The Arthritis Foundation is an active research funder with multiple grant programs:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Foundation has a national focus across the United States, with particular grantmaking activity in Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and California. The organization maintains local offices throughout the country, including a Georgia office.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Financial Position (2024):
- Total Assets: $234,730,576
- Total Revenues: $68,276,187
- Total Expenses: $65,224,574
- Total Giving: $12,067,078
Staffing: 234 employees
Tax Status: 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, tax-exempt since January 1978 (EIN: 58-1341679)
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $234,730,576 | $228,528,581 | $200,280,337 |
| Revenue | $68,276,187 | $68,319,013 | $59,471,904 |
| Expenses | $65,224,574 | $61,814,199 | $54,344,560 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $13,475,781 | $8,178,004 | $7,086,654 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
129 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
7 open opportunities from Arthritis Foundation Inc
AF-AOSSM Shoulder Arthritis Think Tank Research Program RFP
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Deadline
Rolling / Open
Arthritis Foundation: Clinical Fellowship RFP
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FastOA Cohort
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Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Steven Taylor serves as President and CEO, appointed in 2022.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dennis Ehling | Vice Chair, Board of Directors | 1 | — |
| Helen King | Secretary, Board of Directors | 1 | — |
| Matthew Mooney | Chair, Board of Directors | 1 | — |
| Winell Belfonte | Treasurer, Board of Directors | 1 | — |
| Amanda Parks | Director, Board of Directors | 1 | — |
| Carlos Carrasco | Director, Board of Directors | 1 | — |
| David Felson MD | Director, Board of Directors | 1 | — |
| John Coalson | Director, Board of Directors | 1 | — |
| Kevin Mandrell | Director, Board of Directors | 1 | — |
| Mark Box MD | Director, Board of Directors | 1 | — |
| Mark Froimson MD | Director, Board of Directors | 1 | — |
| Mary Crow MD | Director, Board of Directors | 1 | — |
| Paulo Pinho MD | Director, Board of Directors | 1 | — |
| Robin Dore MD | Director, Board of Directors | 1 | — |
| Tonya Horton | Director, Board of Directors | 1 | — |
| Cathy Hood | Assistant Secretary/SVP, People Operations | 37.5 | $217,720 |
| Rose Thomas | Assistant Treasurer/VP, Finance | 37.5 | $175,462 |
| Steven Taylor | President & CEO | 37.5 | $476,603 |
| Kelly Martin | SVP, Operations | 37.5 | $234,021 |
| Michael Privette | SVP, Field Management & Development | 37.5 | $282,317 |
| Sabrina Sexton | SVP, Marketing & Communications | 37.5 | $251,901 |
| Sheriese DeFruscio | VP, Executive Administration & Special Projects | 37.5 | $151,524 |
| Victoria Fung | SVP, Mission & Strategic Initiatives | 37.5 | $262,326 |
| Anna Hyde | VP, Advocacy & Access | 37.5 | $191,587 |
| Anna Ryan | Region Vice President, West | 37.5 | $190,088 |
| Jason Kim | VP, Osteoarthritis Program | 37.5 | $197,211 |
| Keith Meade | VP, Constituent Strategy | 37.5 | $186,468 |
| Leigh Bobin | Region Vice President, Central East | 37.5 | $192,547 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The Arthritis Foundation has demonstrated increased commitment to research funding in recent years:
New PROs Grant Program First Cohort of Awardees | Arthritis FoundationLaunched the Patient Reported Outcomes (PROs) grant program with inaugural cohort of awardees
New PROs Grant Program First Cohort of Awardees | Arthritis FoundationAwarded grants for foot and ankle care training to advance orthopedic education
Grants Fund Foot & Ankle Care Training | Arthritis FoundationAnnounced 2025 Rheumatoid Arthritis Research Awards
2025 Rheumatoid Arthritis Research Awards | Arthritis FoundationIncreased pediatric rheumatology research support through expanded CARRA partnership, awarding $2 million in grants for 2025
Arthritis Foundation and CARRA Increase Support for Pediatric RheumatologyContact Information
National Office: 1355 Peachtree Street NE, Suite 600 Atlanta, GA 30309 Phone: 800-283-7800 (toll-free)
Helpline: Available 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday to Friday Phone: 800-283-7800 Online chat available at arthritis.org
Research Inquiries: AFscience@arthritis.org
Membership: P.O. Box 96280 Washington, DC 20077
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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