The primary program of Change Elemental involves providing individualized, in depth support to nonprofit groups that are grappling with organizational problems, challenged by change or growth, or striving to become stronger. Change Elemental works exclusively with groups committed to a just, humane and sustainable society. The issues Change Elemental helps social purpose organizations to address include: purpose and priorities, organizational structure, managerial styles, financial management, fund-raising, working relationships, board development, and planning.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$3.9M
-3.7% YoY
Revenue
$2.2M
-18.8% YoY
Net Investment Income
$86K
+30.0% YoY
Expenses
$2.6M
+5.2% YoY
About Change Elemental
Based on IRS filings
Change Elemental is a nonprofit organization focused on Community Improvement & Capacity Building, based in WASHINGTON, DC. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $3.9M in total assets. Net investment income was $86K.
Focus Areas
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $3,884,366 | $4,033,930 | $3,894,914 |
| Revenue | $2,204,947 | $2,715,754 | $3,377,819 |
| Expenses | $2,647,396 | $2,517,544 | $2,886,368 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $85,544 | $65,804 | $23,712 |
| 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 0 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
11 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Change Elemental
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for 2024.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zulayka Santiago | Co-Chair | 1 | — |
| Marissa Tirona | Co-Chair | 1 | — |
| David Greene | Treasurer | 1 | — |
| Ananda Valenzuela | Member | 1 | — |
| Damon Azali-Rojas | Member | 1 | — |
| Stephanie Gutierrez | Member | 1 | — |
| Tisch Tchume | Member | 1 | — |
| Sage Crump | Member | 1 | — |
| Jen Willsea | Member | 1 | — |
| Mark Leach | Former Co-Director, Senior Consultant | 25 | $76,675 |
| Elissa Sloan Perry | Former Co-Director, Director Prefiguring Futures | 40 | $160,040 |
| Delia Allen O'Brien | CoWeaver, Director of Finance and Operation | 40 | $120,195 |
| Natalie Bamdad | CoWeaver, Senior Consultant | 40 | $104,528 |
| Natasha Winegar | Coweaver, Director of Learning & Narrative Strateg | 40 | $107,554 |
| Aja Duncan | Senior Consultant | 40 | $151,583 |
| Tamitha Walker-Mckinnis | Senior Consultant | 40 | $122,990 |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Change Elemental?
Change Elemental is a nonprofit organization focused on Community Improvement & Capacity Building, based in WASHINGTON, DC. It holds $3.9M in total assets as of 2024.
How large is Change Elemental?
As of 2024, Change Elemental holds $3.9M in total assets with $2.2M in annual revenue.
Where does Change Elemental operate?
Change Elemental has awarded grants in Alaska, California, Georgia, Maryland, South Dakota.
What is Change Elemental's EIN?
Change Elemental's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 52-1305780. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
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