International Play Equipment Manufacturers Associa
The mission of the International Play Equipment Manufacturers Association (IPEMA) is to serve as the voice for the playground industry, communicate with and educate members and related audiences and provide certification programs.
International Play Equipment Manufacturers Associa at a glance
- Total assets
- $726,972
- -16.9% vs 2024
- Revenue (2025)
- $583,390
- +16.2% vs 2024
- Net investment income (2025)
- $9,978
- +161.5% vs 2024
- Expenses (2025)
- $492,815
- -6.1% vs 2024
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated September 2026.
Who International Play Equipment Manufacturers Associa funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Grant Size Distribution
3 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 3 grants of 3 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2023 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $40K (2023) to $75K (2024). In 2024 it made 2 grants totaling $75K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Institute for Play Carmel Valley, CA | Support Efforts to Promote Play | $40,000 |
| Exponent Inc Dallas, TX | Research on Bannisters and Glides | $35,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $726,972 | $583,390 | $492,815 | — | — | $9,978 |
| 2024 | $875,215 | $502,024 | $524,694 | $75,000 | 2 | $3,815 |
| 2023 | $730,335 | $413,703 | $388,978 | $40,000 | 1 | $918 |
| 2022 | $776,336 | $408,709 | $342,871 | — | — | $407 |
| 2021 | $712,307 | $401,326 | $346,071 | — | — | $741 |
About International Play Equipment Manufacturers Associa
Based on IRS filings
International Play Equipment Manufacturers Associa is a public charity focused on Community Improvement & Capacity Building, based in Harrisburg, PA. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2025. As of 2025, the organization holds $727K in total assets. Net investment income was $10K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
International Play Equipment Manufacturers Associa is led by Denise Calabrese, Executive Director on every filing since 2021; none of the 11 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Denise Calabrese
Executive Director
On filings since 2021
12 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Mike Sutton
President
Director → President Elect, 2023
President Elect → President, 2025
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mark Koch
Certification Chair- Equipment
Certification Chair- Equipmen → Certification Chair- Equipment, 2025
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mike Sebastian
Certification Chair - Surfacing
Certification Chair - Surfaci → Certification Chair - Surfacing, 2025
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Lloyd Reese
Director
President → Immediate Past President, 2023
Immediate Past President → Director, 2025
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Rob Lockhart
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Bill Stafford
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tom Fitzpatrick
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Brad Pittam
Immediate Past President
President Elect → President, 2023
President → Immediate Past President, 2025
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Randy Watermiller
Treasurer
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Scott Liebelt
President Elect
Director → President Elect, 2025
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: John Fuller (2021–2022) — Director
- Former: Tom Norquist (2021–2022) — Immediate Past President
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2025. "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 International Play Equipment Manufacturers Associa
How large is International Play Equipment Manufacturers Associa?
International Play Equipment Manufacturers Associa reported $727K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $583K.
What is International Play Equipment Manufacturers Associa?
International Play Equipment Manufacturers Associa is a public charity focused on Community Improvement & Capacity Building, based in Harrisburg, PA. It holds $727K in total assets as of 2025.
Where does International Play Equipment Manufacturers Associa operate?
International Play Equipment Manufacturers Associa has awarded grants in California, Texas.
What is International Play Equipment Manufacturers Associa's EIN?
International Play Equipment Manufacturers Associa's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 52-2102729. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS December 12, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS December 20, 2024)
Live grants for the work International Play Equipment Manufacturers Associa funds
Community Improvement & Capacity Building Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Leveling-Up Award $1,000 · Due October 25, 2026
- Arnold F. Keller, Jr. Grant for New Initiatives/Program Expansion $25,000 · Due October 27, 2026
- Wausau Marathon County Impact Grants (Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin) $1,000 to $100,000 depending on the scope of the project · Due October 27, 2026
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