Faith Forward
Faith Forward is a public charity based in Chevy Chase, Maryland. It organizes people of faith to advance policies and candidates that protect democracy and support the flourishing of people and the planet. Its 2024 filing reports 12 grants totaling $182,500, all described as supporting get-out-the-vote efforts.
Faith Forward at a glance
In short: Faith Forward gave $183K across 12 grants in 2024 (avg $15K), mostly in Pennsylvania. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $182,500
- Grants made (2024)
- 12
- Average grant
- $15,208
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $26,958
- Primary geography
- Pennsylvania (53% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Faith Forward
- Contact
Mailing address: 5609 Grove Street, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Phone: (202) 468-0380
Website: https://thefaithforward.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Faith Forward funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Nueva Esperanza ($50K). Together the top 10 received $163K.
Grant Size Distribution
12 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 11 grants of 12 (92%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 grants went to recipients in Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Wisconsin, New York, and Michigan. Pennsylvania accounted for 53% of grant dollars, North Carolina 22%, Wisconsin 11%, New York 8%, and Michigan 5%.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 12 itemized grants.
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2024 it made 12 grants totaling $183K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nueva Esperanza Philadelphia, PA | to assist in GOTV efforts | $50,000 |
| Repairers of the Breach Goldsboro, NC | to assist in GOTV efforts | $20,000 |
| AA Interdenominational Ministries Philadelphia, PA | to assist in GOTV efforts | $15,000 |
| Common Good Strategies Niskayuna, NY | to assist in GOTV efforts | $15,000 |
| Tyler Made Media Bala Cynwyd, PA | to assist in GOTV efforts | $12,500 |
| Freedom Road Philadelphia, PA | to assist in GOTV efforts | $10,000 |
| Forward Together Milwaukee, WI | to assist in GOTV efforts | $10,000 |
| Southern Vision Alliance Durham, NC | to assist in GOTV efforts | $10,000 |
| MI Organizing Project Oshtemo, MI | to assist in GOTV efforts | $10,000 |
| Little Rock AME Zion Church Charlotte, NC | to assist in GOTV efforts | $10,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $26,958 | $264,118 | $262,922 | $182,500 | 12 |
| 2021 | $45,758 | $75,754 | $61,326 | — | — |
| 2020 | $31,330 | $278,998 | $247,668 | — | — |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
In its 2024 filing, Faith Forward says it is an interfaith network that seeks to educate, inspire, and organize people of faith to engage government on behalf of marginalized people, and to support candidates who reflect its values. The filing describes voter education through partnerships with state and local faith leaders and organizations; media education through online events for national and state media representatives; and events and marketing to educate and inspire supporters and faith voters.
The 2024 grants were described as supporting get-out-the-vote efforts. Among the grantees, Nueva Esperanza says its work includes community development, education, advocacy, and capacity building, with a strong presence in North Philadelphia. Repairers of the Breach says it educates and trains religious and other faith leaders to pursue policies and organizational strategies for the common good. Southern Vision Alliance describes itself as a justice-centered grassroots intermediary supporting frontline organizing projects and leaders in the U.S. South. POWER Interfaith says it organizes and empowers people in Pennsylvania to live and work for all.
Grantmaking
In 2024, Faith Forward gave 12 grants totaling $182,500. Grant amounts ranged from $10,000 to $50,000, with a median of $10,000. The largest grants were $50,000 to Nueva Esperanza in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and $20,000 to Repairers of the Breach in Goldsboro, North Carolina. Other listed grants included $15,000 each to AA Interdenominational Ministries in Philadelphia and Common Good Strategies in Niskayuna, New York, and $12,500 to Tyler Made Media in Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania. The remaining listed grants were $10,000 each.
The filing says grant recipients had to submit proposals for use of the grant, written progress reports, and a final report at the end of the grant period.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Max Finberg as chair; Jill Wildenberg as secretary; Steven Newcom as treasurer; Eli Valentin as board chair emeritus; and Wesley Grandberg-Michaelson, Rachel Kobrin, Robert Taber, Derrick Hawkins, Fred Davie, and Kevin Vanhook as trustees.
Faith Forward is led by Max Finberg, Chair on the 2024 filing; none of the 10 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Max Finberg
Chair
New on the 2024 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Fred Davie
Trustee
Director → Trustee, 2024
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Rachel Kobrin
Trustee
Director → Trustee, 2024
On filings since 2021
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Derrick Hawkins
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kevin Vanhook
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Robert Taber
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Wesley Grandberg-Michaelson
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jill Wildenberg
Secretary
Director → Secretary, 2024
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Eli Valentin
Board Chair Emeritus
President → Board Chair Emeritus, 2024
On filings since 2021
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Steven Newcom
Treasurer
New on the 2024 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (4)
- Former: Jyl Hall Smith (2020–2021) — Treasurer
- Former: Wes Granberg-Michaelson (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Guy Cecil (2021) — Director
- Former: Adam N Phillips (2020) — Executive Director
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.
Frequently asked questions about Faith Forward
How much does Faith Forward give each year?
Faith Forward gave $183K across 12 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990.
What is Faith Forward's typical grant size?
Faith Forward's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $15,208, across 12 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does Faith Forward give grants?
Faith Forward gives mostly in Pennsylvania: 53% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The next largest states were North Carolina (22%) and Wisconsin (11%). The most frequent recipient cities were Philadelphia, PA (4 grants).
Does Faith Forward give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 12 grants with a stated purpose on Faith Forward's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "to assist in GOTV efforts" (12 grants).
Who are Faith Forward's largest grantees?
Faith Forward's largest 2024 grantees include Nueva Esperanza ($50,000), Repairers of the Breach ($20,000) and AA Interdenominational Ministries ($15,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 47% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Faith Forward?
Faith Forward reported $27K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $264K.
What does Faith Forward fund?
In its 2024 filing, Faith Forward says it is an interfaith network that seeks to educate, inspire, and organize people of faith to engage government on behalf of marginalized people, and to support candidates who reflect its values. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Faith Forward?
Faith Forward has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check thefaithforward.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Faith Forward's EIN?
Faith Forward's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 85-1602627. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS April 12, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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Cite this profile
Grantable. (2026). Faith Forward funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 15, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/faith-forward-morg_b9cf4608ab564e6eb80df68c4ade01d5
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