National Association of Development Organizations Research Foundation
Conduct training and research related to emerging practices, trends and innovations in the regional planning and development field.
National Association of Development Organizations Research Foundation at a glance
In short: National Association of Development Organizations Research Foundation gave $294K across 4 grants in 2024 (avg $73K), mostly in Montana. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $293,912
- -17.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 4
- +100.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $73,478
- -58.9% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $23,862
- Total assets
- $1,430,057
- -1.8% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Montana (80% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who National Association of Development Organizations Research Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 4 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Montana State University ($234K). Together the top 4 received $294K.
Grant Size Distribution
11 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 5 grants of 11 (45%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 4 itemized grants.
Cities
How National Association of Development Organizations Research Foundation gives
- Giving fell 34% 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 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $152K (2022) to $442K (2021). In 2024 it made 4 grants totaling $294K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Montana State University Bozeman, MT | Subaward | $234,436 |
| University Economic Development Association Inc Pittsburgh, PA | Subaward | $25,000 |
| National Association of Regional Councils Washington, DC | Subaward | $22,724 |
| Texas Association of Regional Councils Austin, TX | Subaward | $11,752 |
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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 | $1,430,057 | $2,615,769 | $2,612,089 | $293,912 | 4 | $902 |
| 2023 | $1,456,333 | $2,362,690 | $2,392,857 | $357,280 | 2 | $719 |
| 2022 | $792,221 | $1,250,992 | $1,249,175 | $151,993 | 1 | $344 |
| 2021 | $622,548 | $1,328,032 | $1,309,095 | $442,202 | 2 | $320 |
| 2020 | $542,931 | $756,861 | $778,867 | $184,105 | 2 | $231 |
About National Association of Development Organizations Research Foundation
Based on IRS filings
National Association of Development Organizations Research Foundation is a public charity focused on Community Improvement & Capacity Building, based in Washington, DC. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $1.4M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 4 grants totaling $294K. Net investment income was $902.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
National Association of Development Organizations Research Foundation is led by Joe C McKinney, Executive Director on every filing since 2020; 2 of 8 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Joe C McKinney
Executive Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
$11K (2020) → $13K (2024)
Matthew Dolge
President
Treasurer → Director, 2023
Director → President, 2024
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Laurie Thompson
Deputy Director
Deputy Executive Director → Deputy Director, 2022
On filings since 2020
35 hrs/week
$123K (2020) → $146K (2024)
Chris Brown
Nadorf Board Member
Director → President, 2023
President → Nadorf Board Member, 2024
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Rick Hunsaker
Nadorf Board Member
Treasurer → Director, 2022
Director → Nadorf Board Member, 2024
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Charlie Baker
Treasurer
Secretary → Treasurer, 2023
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Nicole Griensewic
Secretary
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Robert Venables
Nadorf Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (4)
- Former: Chris Fetzer (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Misty Crosby (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Kevin Byrd (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Scott Koons (2020) — 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.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $146K, to Laurie Thompson (Deputy Director). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about National Association of Development Organizations Research Foundation
How much does National Association of Development Organizations Research Foundation give each year?
National Association of Development Organizations Research Foundation gave $294K across 4 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $357K across 2 grants.
What is National Association of Development Organizations Research Foundation's typical grant size?
National Association of Development Organizations Research Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $23,862, and its average grant was $73,478, across 4 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does National Association of Development Organizations Research Foundation give grants?
National Association of Development Organizations Research Foundation gives mostly in Montana: 80% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The next largest states were Pennsylvania (9%) and District of Columbia (8%).
Does National Association of Development Organizations Research Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 4 grants with a stated purpose on National Association of Development Organizations Research Foundation's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Subaward" (4 grants).
How large is National Association of Development Organizations Research Foundation?
National Association of Development Organizations Research Foundation reported $1.4M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $2.6M.
What is National Association of Development Organizations Research Foundation?
National Association of Development Organizations Research Foundation is a public charity focused on Community Improvement & Capacity Building, based in Washington, DC. It holds $1.4M in total assets as of 2024.
What is National Association of Development Organizations Research Foundation's EIN?
National Association of Development Organizations Research Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 52-1602517. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS September 23, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS August 15, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS August 22, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 8, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS October 24, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Live grants for the work National Association of Development Organizations Research Foundation 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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