Universal Music All Together Now
Universal Music All Together Now is a private foundation based in Santa Monica, California. It supports organizations working toward positive change, as part of Universal Music Group’s wider community-engagement and social-responsibility efforts.
Universal Music All Together Now at a glance
In short: Universal Music All Together Now gave $3.3M across 120 grants in 2024 (avg $28K), top state District of Columbia. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $3,319,325
- -38.6% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 120
- -32.6% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $27,661
- -8.9% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $20,000
- Total assets
- $794,000
- +476.2% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- District of Columbia (30% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Universal Music All Together Now
- How to Apply
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No form is specified. The filing lists a contact for applications, but does not provide further application materials or instructions.
- Contact
Application contact: Universal Music All Together Now Fo
Mailing address: C/O Corp Secretary 2220 Colorado, Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90404
Phone: (818) 286-5367
Website: https://universalmusic.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Universal Music All Together Now funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was When We All Vote Civic Nation ($170K across 3 grants). Together the top 10 received $971K.
Grant Size Distribution
528 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 429 grants of 528 (81%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, the largest shares of grant dollars went to organizations in Washington, DC (30%), California (19%), New York (14%), Maryland (8%), and Georgia (5%). The listed grants also include recipients in other states.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 120 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Universal Music All Together Now gives
- 21% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (+15%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $1.0M (2020) to $5.4M (2023). In 2024 it made 120 grants totaling $3.3M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| NAACP for Voter Rides Baltimore, MD | General Operating Support | $150,000 |
| Voto Latino Foundation for Voter Registration Washington, DC | General Operating Support | $126,000 |
| When We All Vote Civic Nation Washington, DC | General Operating Support | $115,000 |
| Know Your Rights Campaign Los Angeles, CA | General Operating Support | $100,000 |
| Lawyers Committee on Civil Rights Under Law Washington, DC | General Operating Support | $100,000 |
| National Council of Negro Women Washington, DC | General Operating Support | $75,000 |
| Ada Developer's Academy Issaquah, WA | General Operating Support | $50,000 |
| Black Innovation Alliance Atlanta, GA | General Operating Support | $50,000 |
| End AIDS Alliance (Mental Health Coalition) New York, NY | General Operating Support | $50,000 |
| NAACP Baltimore, MD | General Operating Support | $50,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $794,000 | $4,009,475 | $3,277,982 | $3,319,325 | 120 | $3,353,275 | $27,888 |
| 2023 | $137,800 | $3,761,953 | $3,762,510 | $5,402,354 | 178 | $5,419,554 | $41,180 |
| 2022 | $1,795,401 | $3,834,890 | $3,822,282 | $3,223,387 | 122 | $3,247,438 | $48,804 |
| 2021 | $1,207,949 | $3,415,875 | $3,356,026 | $2,895,750 | 98 | $2,988,026 | $34,890 |
| 2020 | $780,100 | $1,829,340 | $1,881,240 | $1,020,000 | 10 | — | $11,308 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Universal Music All Together Now reported a distributable amount of $28K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s filing describes Universal Music Group’s music businesses and its work with artists and employees to serve communities. UMG’s Global Impact Team, which includes the foundation, says it works through community engagement, environmental sustainability, events, and special projects, partnering with organizations working toward meaningful positive change.
Its grants support a range of organizations and purposes. For example, the National Council of Negro Women says its mission is to lead, advocate for, and empower women of African descent, their families, and communities. ADA Developers Academy says it prepares women and gender-expansive adults to be software developers while advocating for inclusive and equitable work environments. The National Coalition for the Homeless says it works to end and prevent homelessness while meeting immediate needs and protecting civil rights. Music-focused grantees include the Atlanta Music Project, which says it empowers youth in under-resourced communities through music, and Roots of Music, which says it teaches, supports, and empowers New Orleans youth through music education, academic support, and mentorship.
UMG’s public initiatives also describe support for voter education and transportation to the polls, scholarships at HBCU medical schools, and health and wellness partnerships.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 120 grants totaling $3,319,325. Grant amounts ranged from $825 to $150,000, with a median grant of $20,000.
Among the largest 2024 grants were $150,000 to NAACP for voter rides; $126,000 to Voto Latino Foundation for voter registration; $115,000 to When We All Vote Civic Nation; and $100,000 each to Know Your Rights Campaign and the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law. These grants were listed for general operating support. Other 2024 grantees included the National Council of Negro Women ($75,000), ADA Developers Academy ($50,000), and Black Innovation Alliance ($50,000). Music-related grantees included Ellis Marsalis Center for Music ($35,000), Atlanta Music Project ($30,000), and Roots of Music ($30,000).
The foundation’s filing states that it does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. It specifies no application form, no award restrictions, and no deadlines.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Jason Gallien as chairperson and treasurer, Peter Rosenzweig as assistant treasurer, and Sheryl Gold as secretary. Directors listed are Menna Demessie, Kristin Jones, Susan Mazo, Matt Reichstein, Jennifer Rice, and Arielle Vavasseur. Kristin Jones, Jennifer Rice, and Arielle Vavasseur are listed as directors from June 27, 2024.
Universal Music All Together Now is led by Jason Gallien, Chairperson & Treasurer on every filing since 2020; none of the 9 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Jason Gallien
Chairperson & Treasurer
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Matt Reichstein
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Susan Mazo
Director
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Menna Demessie
Director
On filings since 2023
1.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Arielle Vavasseur
Director
New on the 2024 filing
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jennifer Rice
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kristin Jones
Director
New on the 2024 filing
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Sheryl Gold
Secretary
On filings since 2020
1.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Peter Rosenzweig
Assistant Treasurer
New on the 2024 filing
1.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (4)
- Former: Peggy Huck (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Vangie Flowers (2020–2023) — Assistant Treasurer · Filing note: Until APR'23
- Former: Peter Rosenzweig Starting (2023) — Assistant Treasurer
- Former: Menna Demessie Joined (2021–2022) — 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.
Frequently asked questions about Universal Music All Together Now
How much does Universal Music All Together Now give each year?
Universal Music All Together Now gave $3.3M across 120 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $5.4M across 178 grants.
What is Universal Music All Together Now's typical grant size?
Universal Music All Together Now's median grant in 2024 was $20,000, and its average grant was $27,661, across 120 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Universal Music All Together Now give grants?
Universal Music All Together Now's top state is District of Columbia, with 30% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were California (19%) and New York (14%). The most frequent recipient cities were Washington, DC (23 grants), Los Angeles, CA (14 grants), New York, NY (13 grants) and Oakland, CA (6 grants).
Does Universal Music All Together Now give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Universal Music All Together Now's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (120 of 120) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Universal Music All Together Now's largest grantees?
Universal Music All Together Now's largest 2024 grantees include When We All Vote Civic Nation ($170,000 across 3 grants), NAACP for Voter Rides ($150,000) and Voto Latino Foundation for Voter Registration ($126,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 13% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Universal Music All Together Now?
Universal Music All Together Now reported $794K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $3.4M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $28K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Universal Music All Together Now fund?
The foundation’s filing describes Universal Music Group’s music businesses and its work with artists and employees to serve communities. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Universal Music All Together Now?
No form is specified. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Universal Music All Together Now's EIN?
Universal Music All Together Now's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 85-1393552. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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Grantable. (2026). Universal Music All Together Now funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 10, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/universal-music-all-together-now-morg_7313b364b7dd423c85ec2346e3fdb51f
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