United Philanthropy Forum
United Philanthropy Forum is a Washington, DC-based public charity and membership network serving regional and national philanthropy-infrastructure organizations. It works to strengthen and connect its members and increase philanthropy’s impact in communities across the country.
United Philanthropy Forum at a glance
In short: United Philanthropy Forum gave $193K across 10 grants in 2024 (avg $19K), top state California. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $193,000
- +1254.4% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 10
- Average grant
- $19,300
- Median grant
- $25,000
- Total assets
- $1,969,900
- -50.2% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- California (26% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to United Philanthropy Forum
- Contact
Mailing address: 1020 19Th Street Nw 360, Washington, DC 20036
Phone: (202) 869-4327
Website: https://unitedphilforum.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who United Philanthropy Forum funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was North Carolina Community Foundation ($25K). Together the top 10 received $193K.
Grant Size Distribution
167 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $50–100K range: 139 grants of 167 (83%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 grant dollars were distributed among recipients in multiple states. The largest listed state shares were California (26%), and North Carolina, Colorado, Montana, and Florida (13% each).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 10 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How United Philanthropy Forum gives
- Giving grew 61% 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 $14K (2023) to $9.1M (2020). In 2024 it made 10 grants totaling $193K.
Hatched bars: grants paid as reported on the IRS filing, which lists no individual grants for that year.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina Community Foundation Raleigh, NC | Rural Philanthropy Grant | $25,000 |
| Philanthropy Colorado Arvada, CO | Rural Philanthropy Grant | $25,000 |
| Philanthropy Missouri Clayton, MT | Rural Philanthropy Grant | $25,000 |
| Sustainable Agriculture & Food Systems Funders Santa Barbara, CA | Rural Philanthropy Grant | $25,000 |
| The Funders Network Coral Gables, FL | Rural Philanthropy Grant | $25,000 |
| Forefront Chicago, IL | Rural Philanthropy Grant | $25,000 |
| Hispanics in Philanthropy San Francisco, CA | Rural Philanthropy Grant | $25,000 |
| Minnesota Council on Foundations Minneapolis, MN | Rural Philanthropy Grant | $6,000 |
| Funders for LGBTQ Issues New York, NY | Rural Philanthropy Grant | $6,000 |
| Path Partnerships Warrenton, VA | Rural Philanthropy Grant | $6,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,969,900 | $2,636,076 | $4,579,624 | $193,000 | 10 | $55,949 |
| 2023 | $3,957,461 | $3,488,354 | $4,991,763 | $14,250 | Total only | $30,775 |
| 2022 | $5,726,762 | $4,306,315 | $4,440,249 | $352,570 | 16 | $8,002 |
| 2021 | $5,155,571 | $5,361,017 | $3,289,708 | $120,000 | 2 | $3,971 |
| 2020 | $3,189,665 | $13,259,807 | $12,437,802 | $9,103,840 | 139 | $2,889 |
"Total only": grants paid as reported on the IRS filing, which lists no individual grants for that year.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization’s stated mission is to help increase philanthropy’s impact in communities and help people who do good “do good better.” It envisions a philanthropic sector that helps build a just and equitable society where all can participate and prosper.
The Forum provides services to philanthropy-infrastructure organizations, including a shared technology platform, educational programs, peer networks, research and data, technical assistance, communications, and advocacy capacity building. Its 2024 grants were designated for rural philanthropy. Grantees included philanthropy-serving networks and associations: for example, North Carolina Community Foundation describes its work as building philanthropic capacity in North Carolina, while Philanthropy Colorado describes its mission as strengthening Colorado communities by bringing people, information, and resources together. The Funders Network says it works toward sustainable, prosperous, and just communities and regions.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the Forum gave 10 grants totaling $193,000. Grant amounts ranged from $6,000 to $25,000, with a median of $25,000. All listed grants had the stated purpose “Rural Philanthropy Grant.”
Among the recipients, North Carolina Community Foundation, Philanthropy Colorado, The Funders Network, Forefront, and Hispanics in Philanthropy each received $25,000. Minnesota Council on Foundations and PATH Partnerships each received $6,000. The filing states that rural philanthropy grant recipients must submit a report describing the completed project and use of grant funds; individual reports are compiled into an overall project report.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Kyle Caldwell as chair, Eddie Torres as vice chair, Ann Esteban as treasurer, and Marissa Tirona as secretary. Trustees listed were Nicholas Almeida, Amalia Brindis Delgado, Dena Chadwick, and Alice Hom. Amanda Andere and Kristen Cambell were listed as trustees who departed on July 16, 2024.
United Philanthropy Forum is led by Deborah Aubert Thomas, President & CEO since 2024 (on filings since 2021); 5 of 25 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Deborah Aubert Thomas
President & CEO
Director → Secretary, 2022
Secretary → President & CEO, 2024
On filings since 2021
40 hrs/week
$145K (2024)
Kyle Caldwell
Chair
Director → Chair, 2024
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Courtney Moore
Senior Director of Member Services
On filings since 2021
40 hrs/week
$106K (2021) → $151K (2024)
Matthew L. Evans
Senior Director of Public Policy
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$135K (2022) → $151K (2024)
Traci Slater-Rigaud
Senior Director of Member Engagement
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$118K (2022) → $151K (2024)
Amanda Misiko Andere
Trustee
Secretary & Vice Chair → Chair, 2021
Chair → Trustee, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kristen Cambell
Trustee
Secretary → Vice Chair, 2022
Vice Chair → Trustee, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Laurie Liles
Trustee
Director → Trustee, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Philip Li
Trustee
Director → Trustee, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Amalia Brindis Delgado
Trustee
Esq. → Director, 2022
Director → Trustee, 2024
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kari McCann Boutell
Trustee
Director → Trustee, 2024
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kristen Ruff
Trustee
Director → Trustee, 2024
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Erik Stegman
Trustee
Director → Trustee, 2024
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Marcus Walton
Trustee
Director → Trustee, 2024
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Dena Chadwick
Trustee
Director → Trustee, 2024
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Lashanda Jackson
Trustee
Director → Trustee, 2024
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Pat Smith
Trustee
Director → Trustee, 2024
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Sarah Mann Willcox
Trustee
Director → Trustee, 2024
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Alice Hom
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Megan Thomas
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Nicholas Almeida
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Val Rozansky
Vice President of Knowledge Services
Vice President & Knowledge Services → Vice President of Knowledge Services, 2023
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$164K (2020) → $214K (2024)
Ann Esteban
Treasurer
Director → Treasurer, 2023
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Eddie Torres
Vice Chair
Director → Vice Chair, 2024
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Marissa Tirona
Secretary
Director → Secretary, 2024
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (18)
- Former: Andreason L. Brown (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: David Biemesderfer (2020–2023) — President & CEO
- Former: Patricia Smith (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Nick Deychakiwsky (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Paul D. Daugherty (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Ret Boney (2020–2021) — Vice Chair
- Former: Susan Taylor Batten (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Adriana Loson-Ceballos (2020) — Director
- Former: Claudia Herrold (2020) — Director
- Former: Daranee Petsod (2020) — Chair
- Former: Ellen Lapointe (2020) — Vice Chair
- Former: Jeff Poulos (2020) — Director
- Former: Karen Freeman (2020) — Treasurer
- Former: Kiran Ahuja (2020) — Director
- Former: Leslie Boissiere (2020) — Director
- Former: Mary Ann Osborn (2020) — Senior Vice President & Chief Strategy Officer
- Former: Ronna Brown (2020) — Director
- Former: Sidney Hargro (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 $214K, to Val Rozansky (VP of Knowledge Services). 5 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about United Philanthropy Forum
How much does United Philanthropy Forum give each year?
United Philanthropy Forum gave $193K across 10 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it reported $14K in grants paid.
What is United Philanthropy Forum's typical grant size?
United Philanthropy Forum's median grant in 2024 was $25,000, and its average grant was $19,300, across 10 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does United Philanthropy Forum give grants?
United Philanthropy Forum's top state is California, with 26% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990. The next largest states were North Carolina (13%) and Colorado (13%).
Does United Philanthropy Forum give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 10 grants with a stated purpose on United Philanthropy Forum's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Rural Philanthropy Grant" (10 grants).
Who are United Philanthropy Forum's largest grantees?
United Philanthropy Forum's largest 2024 grantees include North Carolina Community Foundation ($25,000), Philanthropy Colorado ($25,000) and Philanthropy Missouri ($25,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 39% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is United Philanthropy Forum?
United Philanthropy Forum reported $2.0M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $2.6M.
What does United Philanthropy Forum fund?
The organization’s stated mission is to help increase philanthropy’s impact in communities and help people who do good “do good better.” It envisions a philanthropic sector that helps build a just and equitable society where all can participate and prosper. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from United Philanthropy Forum?
United Philanthropy Forum has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check unitedphilforum.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is United Philanthropy Forum's EIN?
United Philanthropy Forum's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 52-2122029. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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 October 7, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS October 27, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 6, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 15, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 14, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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