The Booz Allen Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established in 2017 as a separate legal entity. Based in Washington, DC, the Foundation is dedicated to empowering human potential and driving wider social impact by uniting nonprofit, industry, and government partners. The organization focuses on leveraging advanced technology to improve generational resilience and inspire the future workforce.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$4.9M
-24.5% YoY
Annual Giving
$740K
+270.0% YoY
Grant Count
17
+466.7% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$44K
-34.7% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: To leverage the power of advanced technology to improve generational resilience and inspire the future workforce.
The Foundation's philanthropic investments focus on championing advanced technology readiness and literacy while maintaining a steadfast commitment to the safety and wellness of students.
Primary Program Areas:
Military- and Veteran-Connected Youth: Empowering military-connected youth with advanced technology skills to thrive in a digital future.
Place-Based Philanthropy: Focusing resources and efforts in specific neighborhoods in Washington, DC, and San Diego to amplify impact.
Strategic Nonprofit Partnerships: Supporting nonprofits committed to advancing technology readiness in their communities.
The Foundation emphasizes building STEM efficacy and persistence, increasing educator effectiveness, and accelerating job-specific skill development for young people from under-resourced communities.
Grantmaking
In 2020, the Foundation established a $1 million Innovation Fund to support U.S. communities affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. This initiative provided grants to 21 nonprofits, startups, and small businesses, resulting in significant community impact including:
Grant Range
of $50,000 (range: $10,000–$100,000)
Average Grant
$44,000
Review Cycle
in Washington, DC, and San Diego, CA, creating opportunities for young talent to explore STEM careers.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Foundation's place-based philanthropy efforts are concentrated in:
- Washington, DC
- San Diego, California
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total Assets: $4.9 million (down 24.5% year-over-year)
- Annual Giving: $740,000 (up 270% year-over-year)
- Revenue: $34,722
- Expenses: $1,093,292
- Qualifying Distributions: $866,475
As of 2023:
- Total Assets: $6.5 million
- Revenue: $3.02 million
- Expenses: $1.1 million
As of 2022:
- Total Assets: $3.8 million
- Revenue: $2.02 million
- Expenses: $684,488
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $4,903,273 | $6,495,784 | $3,845,392 |
| Revenue | $34,722 | $3,024,729 | $2,020,473 |
| Expenses | $1,093,292 | $1,103,498 | $684,488 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $866,475 | $361,724 | $655,592 |
| Net Investment Income | — | — | — |
| Distributable Amount | $281,800 | $274,209 | $169,001 |
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
66 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Board Members:
- John Murdock – Director/President
- Nancy Laben – Director/Treasurer
- Lidia Soto-Harmon – Director/Secretary
- Irma Beccera – Director
- Tony Mitchell – Director
The Foundation operates with limited paid staffing, with board members serving on a volunteer basis (1 hour per week, $0 compensation).
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
No officer/director data available.
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The Foundation has actively expanded its grantmaking in recent years, with significant increases in grant activity and annual giving. The 2024 fiscal year saw a substantial increase in grant count (up 466.7% year-over-year) and annual giving (up 270% year-over-year), reflecting an intensified commitment to supporting young people from under-resourced communities in discovering inclusive pathways to STEM careers.
Booz Allen Foundation Awards $1M In Innovation Fund Grants To Support COVID-19\The Foundation's work has evolved from the COVID-19 response initiatives of 2020-2022 to a sustained focus on technology readiness and workforce development through place-based philanthropy in Washington, DC, and San Diego.
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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