PLUS1 is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Pasadena, California, that catalyzes social change by mobilizing artists, events, and brands to unlock funding for grassroots nonprofit organizations. The organization was founded in 2014 and has grown to partner with over 400 artists, events, and brands while supporting more than 1,000 nonprofits globally. PLUS1 was initiated by the band Arcade Fire with the goal of supporting Haiti and recognizing the power of their engaged audience to drive meaningful impact.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$1.7M
+8.2% YoY
Annual Giving
$2.3M
-33.4% YoY
Grant Count
58
-55.7% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$40K
+50.3% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
PLUS1's mission is to drive social change and catalyze cultural momentum toward equity, dignity, and access for all through innovative fundraising solutions. The organization partners with artists to identify causes they believe in and showcases the impact of PLUS1 partnerships.
Primary funding focus areas include:
- Human Rights
- Social Justice
- Nonprofit Human Services
- Human and Social Services
- Poverty Alleviation
- Education
- Philanthropy and Voluntarism
The organization also creates Custom Funds enabling cultural leaders to collectively raise funds for grassroots organizations working in cause areas such as COVID-19 Relief, Black Lives, Mental Health, Reproductive Health, LGBTQ+, and Climate.
Grantmaking
PLUS1 operates through two primary fundraising mechanisms:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
PLUS1 funds nonprofits primarily in:
- New York
- California
- Colorado
The organization supports grassroots nonprofit organizations across the globe.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Most Recent Fiscal Year (2024):
- Total Revenue: $3,634,434
- Total Expenses: $3,413,905
- Total Assets: $1,742,787
- Total Liabilities: $116,000
- Total Giving: $2,561,255
Tax Status: Tax-exempt since July 2014 (EIN: 46-4556468)
Rating: The organization holds a Four-Star rating with a 91% score, reflecting strong performance in accountability and finance.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $1,742,787 | $1,610,451 | $2,370,522 |
| Revenue | $3,634,434 | $3,499,866 | $5,857,699 |
| Expenses | $3,413,905 | $4,235,509 | $9,265,587 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | — | — | — |
| 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
205 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
4 open opportunities from PlusOnePlusOnePlusOne
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Cassia Van Der Hoof Holstein - Board Chair
- Marika Anthony-Shaw - CEO/Director
- Jonathan Dorsey - Director
The organization currently operates with a lean team of approximately 2 employees.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cassia Van Der Hoof Holstein | Board Chair | 5 | — |
| Marika Anthony-Shaw | CEO/Director | 5 | — |
| Jessica Pathy | Treasurer | 5 | — |
| Jonathan Dorsey | Member | 5 | — |
| Martine St-Victor | Member | 5 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
PLUS1 continues to expand its partnerships with artists, events, and brands to support nonprofit organizations. The organization has established itself as a trusted partner in the entertainment industry for channeling fan and consumer support toward social causes. Recent activity includes the development of Custom Funds and ongoing merchandise partnership integrations to diversify funding streams for nonprofit partners.
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Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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