Center for Disaster Philanthropy Inc
The Center for Disaster Philanthropy (CDP) is a 501(c)(3) public charity based in Washington, DC that serves as a dedicated resource for donors seeking to maximize their philanthropic impact in response to disasters and humanitarian crises. Founded in 2010, CDP is the only full-time organization dedicated exclusively to helping individuals, foundations, and corporations make more thoughtful and effective disaster-related giving decisions. The organization employs 29 staff members and maintains its headquarters at One Thomas Circle, NW, Suite 700, Washington, DC 20005.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$66.5M
+43.2% YoY
Annual Giving
$8.0M
-43.3% YoY
Grant Count
48
-27.3% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$166K
-22.1% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: Mobilize philanthropy to strengthen the ability of communities to withstand disasters and recover equitably when they occur.
CDP's work centers on disaster preparedness and relief services, with a particular commitment to advancing equitable and long-term recovery for marginalized communities. The organization's primary funding focus areas include disaster preparedness and relief, education, and human services. CDP emphasizes racial and intersectional equity in its approach to disaster philanthropy.
Grantmaking
CDP operates as both an educational resource and an active grantmaker. The organization provides grants to support disaster recovery and preparedness efforts across multiple regions and disaster types.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
CDP's grantmaking focuses primarily on Oklahoma, Hawaii, and Texas, though the organization also supports recovery efforts in other regions including Western North Carolina, California, Florida, Appalachia, and the Midwest. The organization has international reach, with presence in Mexico and support for humanitarian crises worldwide, including the Ukraine Humanitarian Crisis Recovery Fund.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
- Total Assets: $66,523,784
- Total Annual Giving: $14,984,287
- Total Revenues: $30,724,437 (2023)
- Total Expenses: $26,556,883 (2023)
- Total Assets (2023): $46,447,620
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $66,523,784 | $46,447,620 | $41,391,035 |
| Revenue | $42,924,135 | $30,724,437 | $41,093,385 |
| Expenses | $20,777,499 | $26,556,883 | $31,918,757 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $976,380 | $563,875 | $213,757 |
| 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
248 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Lahaina Community Land Trust ($644,000), Outright Action International ($598,900), Maui United Way ($377,500).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ALL HANDS AND HEARTS INC MATTAPOISETT, MA | ALL HANDS AND HEARTS WILL RECEIVE $110,000 FROM THE HAWAII WILDFIRES RECOVERY FUND TO CONTINUE THEIR WORK REMOVING DEBRIS FROM RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES THAT WAS INELIGIBLE FOR REMOVAL WITHIN THE SCOPE OF THE ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS DEBRIS REMOVAL PROGRAM SO THAT WILDFIRE SURVIVORS WHO DO NOT HAVE THE RESOURCES OR ABILITY TO COMPLETE THIS WORK MAY MOVE FORWARD. | $110,000 |
| AMARILLO AREA FOUNDATION INC AMARILLO, TX | THROUGH FUNDING FROM GOOGLE, CDP WILL GRANT MORE THAN $237,000 TO THE AMARILLO AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION TO FILL FUNDING HOLES TO SUPPORT LONG-TERM RECOVERY FROM WILDFIRES THAT AFFECTED MULTIPLE COUNTIES IN THEIR SERVICE AREA. | $237,970 |
| ARKANSAS COALITION OF MARSHALLESE SPRINGDALE, AR | ARKANSAS COALITION OF MARSHALLESE FOR $74,855 IN RESPONSE TO 2024 TORNADOES IN NORTHWEST ARKANSAS. ACOM WILL PROVIDE CULTURAL AND LINGUISTICALLY APPROPRIATE RECOVERY SERVICES SUCH AS CASE NAVIGATION TO AFFECTED HOUSEHOLDS, COMMUNITY NEEDS ASSESSMENT, OUTREACH AND EDUCATION AND CONNECTION TO BROADER COMMUNITY RESOURCES. | $74,855 |
| ARKANSAS IMMIGRANT DEFENSE ROGERS, AR | $27,500 TO ARKANSAS IMMIGRANT DEFENSE IN RESPONSE TO 2024 NORTHWEST ARKANSAS TORNADOES AND SEVERE STORMS TO PROVIDE LEGAL SERVICES AND RECOVERY ASSISTANCE FOR IMMIGRANT HOUSEHOLDS. | $27,500 |
| CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF THE DIOCESE OF TULSA INC TULSA, OK | $19,250 FOR CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF EASTERN OKLAHOMA TO SUPPORT DISASTER CASE MANAGEMENT IN RESPONSE TO 2024 OKLAHOMA TORNADOES. | $19,250 |
| CHEYENNE RIVER LONG-TERM RECOVERY GROUP EAGLE, SD | CHEYENNE RIVERY LONG TERM RECOVERY GROUP AWARDED $249,040 IN RESPONSE TO 2023 CHEYENNE RIVER SIOUX TRIBE RESERVATION SEVERE STORMS. THE GRANT WILL SUPPORT RECOVERY COORDINATION, CASE MANAGEMENT AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AS WELL AS ONGOING DISASTER RESILIENCE EFFORTS OF THE LONG-TERM RECOVERY GROUP. | $249,040 |
| CHILD LIFE DISASTER RELIEF CINCINNATI, OH | CHILD LIFE DISASTER RELIEF AWARDED $9,975 FOR CHILD-FOCUSED, TRAUMA-INFORMED CAREGIVER TRAINING AND OUTREACH IN IOWA, NEBRASKA, MISSOURI, MINNESOTA AND KANSAS IN RESPONSE TO COMMUNITIES AFFECTED BY SEVERE WEATHER AND FLOODING BEGINNING IN 2024. | $9,975 |
| CHURCH WORLD SERVICE (ROBESON COUNTY DISASTER RECOVERY COMMITTEE) ELKHART, IN | THROUGH FUNDING FROM THE CDP ATLANTIC HURRICANE SEASON RECOVERY FUND, THE ROBESON COUNTY LONG TERM RECOVERY COMMITTEE WILL SUSTAIN ITS WORK IN SUPPORTING COMMUNITY RECOVERY FROM MULTIPLE STORMS AND CRISES THAT HAVE AFFECTED THIS AREA OF NORTH AND SOUTH CAROLINA. | $300,000 |
| COMMON GROUND COLLECTIVE HAIKU, HI | FUNDING FROM THE CDP HAWAII WILDFIRES RECOVERY FUND PROVIDES LOCAL FOOD SECURITY AND ECONOMIC SUPPORT THROUGH A GRANT TO COMMON GROUNDS COLLECTIVE TO SUPPORT THEIR PROJECT, PROVIDING LOCALLY GROWN AND SOURCED, CULTURALLY APPROPRIATE FOOD FOR FIRE-DISPLACED MAUI RESIDENTS. | $172,500 |
| COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION OF OKLAHOMA OKLAHOMA CITY, OK | ADDITIONAL $37,207 TO COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION OF OKLAHOMA TO SUPPORT A DISASTER RECOVERY COORDINATOR FOR SEMINOLE, OKLAHOMA IN RESPONSE TO 2022 TORNADOES. | $37,207 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Patricia McIlreavy serves as President and CEO.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| TIFFANY BENJAMIN | CHAIR | 3 | — |
| HEATHER GERONEMUS | VICE CHAIR | 1 | — |
| KRISTEN WOOLF | BOARD SECRETARY | 1 | — |
| TRAVIS CAMPBELL | BOARD TREASURER AND FINANCE & AUDIT COMMITTEE, CHA | 1 | — |
| PAUL CHEUNG THRU 063024 | BOARD GOVERNANCE & NOMINATIONS COMMITTEE, CHAIR | 1 | — |
| ANITA WHITEHEAD THRU 063024 | BOARD GOVERNANCE & NOMINATIONS COMMITTEE, MEMBER | 1 | — |
| CHRISTINE RILEY MILLER | BOARD GOVERNANCE & NOMINATIONS COMMITTEE, MEMBER | 1 | — |
| TIANA AUSTEL | BOARD FINANCE & AUDIT COMMITTEE, MEMBER | 1 | — |
| GREG CHAN | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| RONALD ESTRADA | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| SARA PANTULIANO | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| SABRENA SILVER | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| JEFF TERRY | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| TAMARA WINFREY-HARRIS | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| PATRICIA MCILREAVY | PRESIDENT & CEO | 40 | $353,026 |
| BRENDA CAMACHO | CHIEF FINANCIAL AND OPERATIONS OFFICER | 40 | $219,918 |
| NICOLE BEHNAM | VICE PRESIDENT, STRATEGY AND INNOVATION | 40 | $213,337 |
| SHARAD AGGARWAL | VICE PRESIDENT, FUND MANAGEMENT & COALITION BUILDI | 40 | $147,008 |
| DEVIN MATHIAS | SENIOR DIRECTOR, DEVELOPMENT | 40 | $145,540 |
| ANNA KRISTINA MOORE | DIRECTOR, INNOVATION & SPECIAL PROJECTS | 40 | $120,449 |
| TANYA GULLIVER-GARCIA | DIRECTOR, ADVISORY AND EDUCATION SERVICES | 40 | $118,614 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
CDP has announced multiple significant grant initiatives in recent years:
**Hurricane Helene Recovery:** $4.2 million in grants from the Truist Foundation-Supported Fund for recovery efforts in Western North Carolina
Center for Disaster Philanthropy Announces $4.2 Million in New Grants from**LA Wildfires:** $1.56 million in grants supporting communities recovering from wildfires
Center for Disaster Philanthropy Announces $4.2 Million in New Grants from**Hurricane Recovery:** $3.7 million in grants for hurricane recovery in Florida and Appalachia
Center for Disaster Philanthropy Announces $4.2 Million in New Grants from**Midwest Early Recovery Fund:** $1.3 million in grants announced
Center for Disaster Philanthropy Announces $4.2 Million in New Grants fromThe organization continues to expand its reach and impact through its educational resources, consulting services, and grantmaking. CDP's website averages approximately 224,000 unique page views per month, with an average of more than 155,000 monthly users, with significant traffic spikes during active disaster periods.
Center for Disaster Philanthropy Continues to Support Communities RecoveringContact Information
- Phone: 202-464-2018
- Website: www.disasterphilanthropy.org
- General Inquiries: playbook@disasterphilanthropy.org
- Media Inquiries: kristina.moore@disasterphilanthropy.org
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Center for Disaster Philanthropy Inc fund?
**Mission:** Mobilize philanthropy to strengthen the ability of communities to withstand disasters and recover equitably when they occur. CDP's work centers on disaster preparedness and relief services, with a particular commitment to advancing equitable and long-term recovery for marginalized communities. The organization's primary funding focus areas include disaster preparedness and relief, education, and human services. CDP emphasizes racial and intersectional equity in its approach to disa…
How do I apply for a grant from Center for Disaster Philanthropy Inc?
CDP operates as both an educational resource and an active grantmaker. The organization provides grants to support disaster recovery and preparedness efforts across multiple regions and disaster types. **Grant Activity:** • Total giving: $14,984,287 (based on most recent IRS 990 filing) • Typical award range: $6,835–$1,045,775 • Recent grant announcements include $4.2 million in grants from the Truist Foundation-Supported Fund for Hurricane Helene recovery efforts in Western North Carolina, $1.…
Where does Center for Disaster Philanthropy Inc make grants?
CDP's grantmaking focuses primarily on Oklahoma, Hawaii, and Texas, though the organization also supports recovery efforts in other regions including Western North Carolina, California, Florida, Appalachia, and the Midwest. The organization has international reach, with presence in Mexico and support for humanitarian crises worldwide, including the Ukraine Humanitarian Crisis Recovery Fund.
What size grants does Center for Disaster Philanthropy Inc award?
In 2024, Center for Disaster Philanthropy Inc awarded 48 grants totaling $8.0M — an average of about $166K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Center for Disaster Philanthropy Inc's EIN?
Center for Disaster Philanthropy Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 45-5257937. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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