Dignity Grows Inc
Dignity Grows is at the forefront of the response to the skyrocketing rate of Period Poverty through groundbreaking national research in partnership with top academic institutions, data-driven social policy change fostered by an extensive collaborative network, and national assemblies of powerhouse philanthropic, industry, and community change-makers. As the nonprofit leader in systemic change to end Period Poverty in the USA, the Dignity Grows model ensures direct hygiene support for tens of thousands of women and girls each year through the Hope in a Bag and Hope in a Backpack programs, powered by a collaborative, curated nexus of 60+ metro-area communities. Dignity Grows is the only national movement supplying menstrual hygiene necessities paired with comprehensive hygiene products for individuals and families to access in their own homes.
Dignity Grows Inc at a glance
In short: Dignity Grows Inc gave $44K across 1 grant in 2024 (avg $44K), mostly in Connecticut. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $43,650
- -29.6% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 1
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $43,650
- -29.6% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $43,650
- Total assets
- $531,273
- +125.4% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Connecticut (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who Dignity Grows Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Jewish Federation of Greater Stamford ($44K).
Grant Size Distribution
4 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 3 grants of 4 (75%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2024 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2022 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $20K (2022) to $62K (2023). In 2024 it made 1 grant totaling $44K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation of Greater Stamford Stamford, CT | Period products | $43,650 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $531,273 | $865,607 | $703,178 | $43,650 | 1 |
| 2023 | $235,712 | $570,749 | $447,134 | $62,000 | 1 |
| 2022 | $122,331 | $306,194 | $284,715 | $19,950 | 2 |
| 2021 | $100,852 | $209,316 | $112,378 | — | — |
| 2020 | $3,914 | $66,769 | $62,855 | — | — |
About Dignity Grows Inc
Based on IRS filings
Dignity Grows Inc is a public charity focused on Human Services, based in Hartford, CT. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $531K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 1 grant totaling $44K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Dignity Grows Inc is led by Jessica Zachs, Board Chair & CEO since 2023 (on filings since 2020); 2 of 9 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Jessica Zachs
Board Chair & CEO
President → Director, President & CEO, 2022
Director, President & CEO → Board Chair & CEO, 2023
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$1 (2023) → $1 (2024)
Jennifer Tolman
President & COO
Executive Director → President & COO, 2024
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$71K (2023) → $86K (2024)
Michelle Strawder
Board Secretary
Director → Board Member, 2023
Board Member → Board Secretary, 2024
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Paige Maehara
Board Treasurer
Treasuer → Director & Treasurer, 2022
Director & Treasurer → Board Treasurer, 2023
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Maria Lino
Board Member
Director → Board Member, 2023
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Sofie Brandt
Board Secretary
Director & Secretary → Board Secretary, 2023
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Stacie Brockman
Board Member
Director → Board Member, 2023
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Brenda Marie
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Daphne Bazile
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (3)
- Former: Sharon Kochen (2020–2021) — Secretary
- Former: Zoe Zachs (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Paige Zachs (2020) — Treasuer
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $86K, to Jennifer Tolman (President & COO). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Dignity Grows Inc
How much does Dignity Grows Inc give each year?
Dignity Grows Inc gave $44K across 1 grant in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $62K across 1 grant.
How large is Dignity Grows Inc?
Dignity Grows Inc reported $531K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $866K.
What is Dignity Grows Inc?
Dignity Grows Inc is a public charity focused on Human Services, based in Hartford, CT. It holds $531K in total assets as of 2024.
Where does Dignity Grows Inc operate?
Dignity Grows Inc has awarded grants in Connecticut, Florida.
What is Dignity Grows Inc's EIN?
Dignity Grows Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 85-2708901. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(4)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS May 15, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 14, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 14, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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