Move United is the national leader in community adaptive sports, headquartered in Rockville, Maryland. Established in 1956, the organization operates as a 501(c)(3) public charity and serves as an Affiliate of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee. Move United connects aspiring adaptive athletes to programs, coaches, and communities across the country through a network of 249 member organizations operating in 45 states.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$7.2M
-4.5% YoY
Annual Giving
$2.4M
+8.9% YoY
Grant Count
85
+21.4% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$28K
-10.3% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: Move United uses the power of sport to push what's possible for people with disabilities, ensuring everyone, regardless of ability, has equal access to sports and recreation in their community. The organization provides national leadership and opportunities for individuals with disabilities to develop independence, confidence, and fitness through participation in community sports, including competition, recreation, and educational programs.
Primary Focus Areas:
- Military and Veterans programs
- Training and Education
- Youth programming
- Adaptive Equipment
- Recreation, competition, and educational sports programs
Grantmaking
Move United administers the Member Organization Grant Program, which is designed exclusively to support the programs of Move United's Member Organization National Network. The grant program does not support individual athletes or organizations that are not Move United Member Organizations.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Move United funds adaptive sports programs across 45 states through its network of 249 member organizations.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Most Recent Financial Data (2023-2024):
- Total Revenue: $8.7M - $8.98M
- Total Expenses: $8.91M - $9.39M
- Total Assets: $7.17M - $7.5M
- Total Liabilities: $1.55M
- Number of Employees: 32
Tax Status: Tax-exempt since October 1976 (EIN: 94-6174016)
Rating: Move United holds a Four-Star rating with a 96% overall score, reflecting strong performance in Accountability & Finance, Leadership & Adaptability, and Culture & Community.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $7,168,382 | $7,504,213 | $7,135,499 |
| Revenue | $8,979,790 | $8,696,149 | $7,153,520 |
| Expenses | $9,389,406 | $8,909,784 | $7,370,842 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $267,639 | $-195,713 | $96,182 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
200 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Great Lakes Adaptive Sports Association ($128,750), Friends of the County Parks and Recreation Deparmtent Inc ($81,500), City of Las Vegas ($80,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ABILITY360 INC PHOENIX, AZ | ADAPTIVE WINTER AND SUMMER SPORTS PROGRAMMING EXPENSES | $47,250 |
| ABLE ATHLETICS INC SCARSDALE, NY | ADAPTIVE WINTER AND SUMMER SPORTS PROGRAMMING EXPENSES | $30,000 |
| ACCESSURF HAWAII INC HONOLULU, HI | ADAPTIVE WINTER AND SUMMER SPORTS PROGRAMMING EXPENSES | $13,000 |
| ACHIEVE TAHOE TRUCKEE, CA | ADAPTIVE WINTER AND SUMMER SPORTS PROGRAMMING EXPENSES | $69,605 |
| ADAPTIVE EXPEDITIONS CHARLESTON, SC | ADAPTIVE WINTER AND SUMMER SPORTS PROGRAMMING EXPENSES | $50,500 |
| ALBISTON FOUNDATION CARRABASSET VALLEY, ME | ADAPTIVE WINTER AND SUMMER SPORTS PROGRAMMING EXPENSES | $11,483 |
| DISABLED SPORTS USA - ADAPTIVE SPORTS ASSOCIATION INC DURANGO, CO | ADAPTIVE WINTER AND SUMMER SPORTS PROGRAMMING EXPENSES | $23,481 |
| ADAPTIVE SPORTS CONNECTION POWELL, OH | ADAPTIVE WINTER AND SUMMER SPORTS PROGRAMMING EXPENSES | $16,379 |
| ADAPTIVE SPORTS FOUNDATION INC WINDHAM, NY | ADAPTIVE WINTER AND SUMMER SPORTS PROGRAMMING EXPENSES | $7,500 |
| ADAPTIVE SPORTS NEW ENGLAND INC BOSTON, MA | ADAPTIVE WINTER AND SUMMER SPORTS PROGRAMMING EXPENSES | $59,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Eric Kuwana serves as Chair of the organization.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| GLENN MERRY | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER | 40 | $221,674 |
| WILLIAM SNYDER | CHIEF FINANCIAL & OPERATING OFFICER | 40 | $127,412 |
| JOHN BLOSSOM | PRESIDENT (END OCT 2023) | 4 | — |
| ERIC KUWANA | BOARD CHAIR | 4 | — |
| NICOLE ROUNDY | BOARD VICE CHAIR | 4 | — |
| MATT SCOTT | SECRETARY (END JUNE 2024) | 4 | — |
| LORI HIGH | TREASURER | 4 | — |
| ED BRONSDON | BOARD MEMBER / SECRETARY | 4 | — |
| PHYLLIS BAYER | BOARD MEMBER | 4 | — |
| RICHARD CLARKE | BOARD MEMBER | 4 | — |
| DANNY DUDEK | BOARD MEMBER | 4 | — |
| CLAYTON FRECH | BOARD MEMBER | 4 | — |
| ALF GARNER | BOARD MEMBER | 4 | — |
| ERIC KUWANA | BOARD MEMBER | 4 | — |
| JOE WALSH | BOARD MEMBER | 4 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
Move United was recognized with the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee's Rings of Gold Award in 2024, acknowledging the organization's contributions to the Olympic and Paralympic movement.
Move United Recognized with USOPC Rings of Gold Award - Move UnitedThe organization currently serves over 125,000 youth and adults annually through its member organizations, offering participation in 70+ adaptive sports programs across the country.
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Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Move United fund?
**Mission:** Move United uses the power of sport to push what's possible for people with disabilities, ensuring everyone, regardless of ability, has equal access to sports and recreation in their community. The organization provides national leadership and opportunities for individuals with disabilities to develop independence, confidence, and fitness through participation in community sports, including competition, recreation, and educational programs. **Primary Focus Areas:** • Military and V…
How do I apply for a grant from Move United?
Move United administers the Member Organization Grant Program, which is designed exclusively to support the programs of Move United's Member Organization National Network. The grant program does not support individual athletes or organizations that are not Move United Member Organizations. **Grant Characteristics:** • Awards are typically of a size that partially supports a program or event • Grants are intended to supplement existing chapter programs (unless otherwise indicated) • The organiza…
Where does Move United make grants?
Move United funds adaptive sports programs across 45 states through its network of 249 member organizations.
What size grants does Move United award?
In 2024, Move United awarded 85 grants totaling $2.4M — an average of about $28K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Move United's EIN?
Move United's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 94-6174016. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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