Global Ahead Inc
Global Ahead Inc is a private foundation based in Frederick, Maryland. Its website describes work with partners in the United States and 48 other countries and says the organization served more than 173,000 people in 2023.
Global Ahead Inc at a glance
In short: Global Ahead Inc gave $5.2M across 9 grants in 2025 (avg $574K). Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $5,165,980
- Grants made (2025)
- 9
- Average grant
- $573,998
- Median grant
- $488,968
- Total assets
- $133,203
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Global Ahead Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it contributes only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: 5100 Buckeystown Pike Ste 250, Frederick, MD 21704
Phone: (240) 557-9654
Website: https://globalahead.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Global Ahead Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 9 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Community Field Support Asia ($1.3M). Together the top 9 received $5.2M.
Grant Size Distribution
9 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $250–500K range: 5 grants of 9 (56%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The website describes work with partners in the United States and 48 other countries. The 2025 filing’s listed grant names refer to Asia, Africa, Europe, Central America, South America, North America, the Sahel Region, and the Golden Triangle.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $3.2M (2020) to $5.2M (2025). In 2025 it made 9 grants totaling $5.2M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Field Support Asia | Training programs and community initiatives | $1,335,000 |
| Community Development Africa | Community programs and humanitarian support | $980,560 |
| Program Support Training Europe | Training programs and community outreach | $668,605 |
| Community Development Central Ameri | Field support and community development | $499,018 |
| Community Field Support South Ame | Community initiatives and leadership training | $488,968 |
| Field Ops Community Programs ME | Field support and community initiatives | $408,329 |
| Program Support North America | Program coordination training and operational | $365,500 |
| Field Operations Sahel Region | Regional support and community initiatives | $250,000 |
| Field Operations Golden Triangle | Community support and training activities | $170,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
The filing type is Form 990-PF (a private foundation).
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $133,203 | $4,852,506 | $5,439,354 | $5,165,980 | 9 |
| 2024 | — | $5,263,832 | $5,011,533 | — | — |
| 2023 | — | $3,917,942 | $4,262,420 | — | — |
| 2022 | — | $4,557,570 | $4,177,970 | — | — |
| 2021 | — | $3,726,981 | $3,749,773 | — | — |
| 2020 | $287,952 | $3,457,437 | $3,529,177 | $3,164,162 | 104 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
Global Ahead’s stated mission is to provide health care, education, and economic self-sufficiency to people most in need. Its website describes five areas of work: refugee support, education, poverty alleviation, health access, and human rights. It also emphasizes community-led development and partnerships within communities. Its poverty-alleviation work includes creating jobs and income, developing entrepreneurs, and supporting social businesses through partnerships with experienced entrepreneurs.
The 2025 filing lists grant purposes including training programs, community initiatives, humanitarian support, field support, community development, and program coordination. These descriptions reflect the purposes recorded for the grants, not a separate description of the grantees’ missions.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation made nine grants totaling $5,165,980. Grant amounts ranged from $170,000 to $1,335,000, with a median of $488,968. The largest listed grants were:
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Jonas Durante as treasurer; Joao Marcos Barreto Soares as president; Alexandre Felicio Peixoto as vice president; and Diogenes Cezilla and Reginaldo Fioravante as secretaries. The website identifies Jonas Durante as director of operations.
Global Ahead Inc is led by Joao Marcos Barreto Soares, President since 2023 (on filings since 2020); 1 of 5 officers listed in 2025 is compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Joao Marcos Barreto Soares
President
President & Director → Presidentdirector, 2021
Presidentdirector → President, 2023
On filings since 2020
20 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jonas Garcia Durante
Treasurer
Treasurer & Director → Treasurydirector, 2021
Treasurydirector → Treasurer, 2022
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$43K (2023) → $54K (2025)
Alexandre Felicio Peixoto
Vice President
Secretary & Director → Secretarydirector, 2021
Secretarydirector → Vice President, 2023
On filings since 2020
20 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Diogenes Cezilla
Secretary
On filings since 2023
20 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Reginaldo Fioravante
Secretary
On filings since 2023
20 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $54K, to Jonas Durante (Treasurer).
Frequently asked questions about Global Ahead Inc
How much does Global Ahead Inc give each year?
Global Ahead Inc gave $5.2M across 9 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is Global Ahead Inc's typical grant size?
Global Ahead Inc's median grant in 2025 was $488,968, and its average grant was $573,998, across 9 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Does Global Ahead Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 11% of Global Ahead Inc's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (1 of 9) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Global Ahead Inc's largest grantees?
Global Ahead Inc's largest 2025 grantees include Community Field Support Asia ($1,335,000), Community Development Africa ($980,560) and Program Support Training Europe ($668,605), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 58% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Global Ahead Inc?
Global Ahead Inc reported $133K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $4.9M.
What does Global Ahead Inc fund?
Global Ahead’s stated mission is to provide health care, education, and economic self-sufficiency to people most in need. Its website describes five areas of work: refugee support, education, poverty alleviation, health access, and human rights. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Global Ahead Inc?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it contributes only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
Where does Global Ahead Inc make grants?
The website describes work with partners in the United States and 48 other countries. The 2025 filing’s listed grant names refer to Asia, Africa, Europe, Central America, South America, North America, the Sahel Region, and the Golden Triangle.
What is Global Ahead Inc's EIN?
Global Ahead Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 82-4180889. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Does Global Ahead Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 18, 2025)
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS June 29, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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