Future Forward USA Action
Future Forward USA Action is a Washington, DC–based public charity, formed in 2018. It conducts research on issues of national importance and uses that research to inform multimodal programs; its filing also describes contributions to political organizations and political activities.
Future Forward USA Action at a glance
In short: Future Forward USA Action gave $469.3M across 84 grants in 2024 (avg $5.6M), mostly in District of Columbia. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $469,257,514
- +4770.3% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 84
- +950.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $5,586,399
- +363.8% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $650,000
- Total assets
- $26,668,352
- +156.1% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- District of Columbia (84% 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 Future Forward USA Action
- Contact
Mailing address: 611 Pennsylvania Ave Se Num 143, Washington, DC 20003
Phone: (202) 552-0221
Website: https://futureforwardusa.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Future Forward USA Action funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was FF Pac ($251.5M). Together the top 10 received $400.0M.
Grant Size Distribution
127 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $1–5M range: 28 grants of 127 (22%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 84% of grant dollars went to recipients in DC, 4% to New York, 4% to Pennsylvania, 3% to Illinois, and 2% to Wisconsin.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 84 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Future Forward USA Action gives
- Giving grew 7526% from 2021 to 2024. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $6.2M (2021) to $469.3M (2024). In 2024 it made 84 grants totaling $469.3M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| FF Pac Washington, DC | Political | $251,500,000 |
| America Votes Washington, DC | Primary Purpose | $34,190,000 |
| Sixteen Thirty Fundspa Washington, DC | Primary Purpose | $27,675,000 |
| America Votes Education Fund Washington, DC | Primary Purpose | $19,250,000 |
| National Philanthropic Trust Jenkintown, PA | Primary Purpose | $16,750,000 |
| Working America Education Fund Washington, DC | Primary Purpose | $15,320,000 |
| Courier Newsroom Inc New York, NY | Primary Purpose | $13,597,750 |
| Rapid Resist Action Chicago, IL | Primary Purpose | $9,400,000 |
| Workmoney Inc Milwaukee, WI | Primary Purpose | $5,850,000 |
| Organizing Empowerment Project McFarland, WI | Primary Purpose | $5,000,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $26,668,352 | $615,262,254 | $601,020,098 | $469,257,514 | 84 | $949,846 |
| 2023 | $10,414,427 | $60,919,236 | $58,026,056 | $9,635,000 | 8 | $66,423 |
| 2022 | $7,498,475 | $65,724,763 | $61,524,630 | $16,523,836 | 29 | — |
| 2021 | $3,267,542 | $13,185,535 | $16,782,434 | $6,153,400 | 6 | — |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization states that its mission is to create a stronger American democracy and advocate for common-sense solutions. Its 2024 filing describes research and multimodal programs informed by that research, including research concerning paid advertisements supporting or opposing candidates for public office.
Its 2024 grants included organizations whose stated missions address voter access, civic engagement, public education, and economic security. For example, America Votes says it coordinates and promotes progressive issues and works toward electoral reform that expands ballot access; America Votes Education Fund says it seeks to expand voter access through grantmaking. Working America Education Fund says it educates the public on issues important to working families, while WorkMoney says it works to lower costs and raise incomes for Americans.
Grantmaking
In 2024, Future Forward USA Action reported 84 grants totaling $469,257,514. Grant amounts ranged from $30,000 to $251,500,000, with a median of $650,000. Its largest reported grant was $251,500,000 to FF PAC for a purpose listed as “POLITICAL.” Other large grants included $34,190,000 to America Votes, $27,675,000 to Sixteen Thirty Fundspa, $19,250,000 to America Votes Education Fund, and $16,750,000 to National Philanthropic Trust.
The organization says potential grantees submitted applications assessing program viability and scalability, alignment with its mission, and alignment with its data-driven strategy. It maintains signed grant agreements specifying amounts, grantee eligibility, and any restrictions on funds. Grantees are required to submit reports explaining how funds were used and certifying compliance with grant and legal requirements.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Officers and directors listed on the 2024 filing include Chauncey McLean, President; Gaurav Shirole, Treasurer; and Jon Fromowitz, Secretary. The filing also lists Katie Melin, COO; Ishanee Parikh, Director of Paid Media and Research; Tracy Del Bianco, Chief of Staff; Rachel Irwin, Partnerships and IE Director; Aaron Strauss, Senior Advisor; Margit Westerman, Digital Director; and Thomas Brennan, Senior Data Scientist.
Future Forward USA Action is led by Chauncey McLean, President on every filing since 2021; all 10 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Chauncey McLean
President
On filings since 2021
30 hrs/week
$235K (2021) → $744K (2024)
Ishanee Parikh
Director, Paid Media & Research
New on the 2024 filing
25 hrs/week
$365K (2024)
Margit Westerman
Digital Director
New on the 2024 filing
18 hrs/week
$226K (2024)
Rachel Irwin
Partnerships & Ie Director
New on the 2024 filing
22 hrs/week
$312K (2024)
Gaurav Shirole
Treasurer
On filings since 2021
24 hrs/week
$219K (2022) → $425K (2024)
Jon Fromowitz
Secretary
On filings since 2021
31 hrs/week
$232K (2021) → $300K (2024)
Katie Melin
COO
On filings since 2023
35 hrs/week
$199K (2023) → $375K (2024)
Aaron Strauss
Senior Advisor
New on the 2024 filing
38 hrs/week
$312K (2024)
Thomas Brennan
Senior Data Scientist
New on the 2024 filing
38 hrs/week
$231K (2024)
Tracy Del Bianco
Chief of Staff
New on the 2024 filing
35 hrs/week
$365K (2024)
Former officers (10)
- Former: David Shor (2021–2023) — Data Engineer
- Former: Jesse Stinebring (2021–2023) — Data Engineer
- Former: Todd Harris (2022–2023) — Data Engineer
- Former: David Siegel (2023) — Director of Engineering
- Former: Sarah Graham (2023) — Data Science Director
- Former: Paul Welle (2021–2022) — Data Engineer
- Former: Brandon Liu (2022) — Lead Data Engineer
- Former: George Berry (2022) — Data Engineer
- Former: Joshua Lipschultz (2021) — Data Engineer
- Former: Lauren Dyson (2021) — Data Engineer
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2024. "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 $744K, to Chauncey McLean (President). 10 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Future Forward USA Action
How much does Future Forward USA Action give each year?
Future Forward USA Action gave $469.3M across 84 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $9.6M across 8 grants.
What is Future Forward USA Action's typical grant size?
Future Forward USA Action's median grant in 2024 was $650,000, and its average grant was $5,586,399, across 84 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does Future Forward USA Action give grants?
Future Forward USA Action gives mostly in District of Columbia: 84% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Washington, DC (42 grants), New York, NY (7 grants), San Francisco, CA (5 grants) and Chicago, IL (4 grants).
Does Future Forward USA Action give general operating support?
Yes: 13% of Future Forward USA Action's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (11 of 84) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990. Recurring purposes include "Primary Purpose" (71 grants).
Who are Future Forward USA Action's largest grantees?
Future Forward USA Action's largest 2024 grantees include FF Pac ($251,500,000), America Votes ($34,190,000) and Sixteen Thirty Fundspa ($29,175,000 across 2 grants), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 67% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Future Forward USA Action?
Future Forward USA Action reported $26.7M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $615.3M.
What does Future Forward USA Action fund?
The organization states that its mission is to create a stronger American democracy and advocate for common-sense solutions. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Future Forward USA Action?
Future Forward USA Action has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check futureforwardusa.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Future Forward USA Action's EIN?
Future Forward USA Action's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 82-4170762. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(5)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS August 17, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 15, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 15, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 17, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2024
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Grantable. (2026). Future Forward USA Action funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 12, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/future-forward-usa-action-morg_d9d27ced5d30474cb47e8026e774e362
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