Usaging
USAging is a national nonprofit association representing and supporting the network of Area Agencies on Aging and advocating for Title VI Native American Aging Programs. Based in Washington, DC, the organization serves as the national voice for local aging services providers across the United States. USAging works to improve the quality of life and health of older adults and people with disabilities, enabling them to age well at home and in their communities while supporting their caregivers.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$11.4M
-27.5% YoY
Annual Giving
$21.6M
-50.3% YoY
Grant Count
185
+2.2% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$117K
-51.4% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
USAging is dedicated to supporting the success of its member organizations through advancing public policy, sparking innovation, strengthening member capacity, raising visibility, and driving excellence in aging and home and community-based services.
The organization's primary program areas include:
- Services for the Aging: Operating the Eldercare Locator, a national call center helping older adults and caregivers locate local aging services and supports
- Support to the Aging Network: Providing assistance with planning and capacity building for aging services; aligning health and social care; promoting social engagement; supporting caregivers through innovation, volunteer engagement, and respite programming; seeding innovation in transportation and housing for older adults and people with disabilities; and supporting people living with dementia to thrive in the community
- Public Policy: Advocating for improved legislative and regulatory federal policy to support aging well at home, informed by members' experience and expertise, and educating Congress, the administration, and other policymakers on the value of members' work
Grantmaking
USAging makes grants to support aging services and related initiatives. Recent grant activity includes:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
USAging's grantmaking focuses primarily on California, Texas, and the District of Columbia.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total Assets: $11,357,166
- Total Revenues: $33,686,511
- Total Expenses: $33,779,070
- Total Giving: $20,442,441
- Number of Employees: 77
In 2024, the organization received $49,391,320 in donated services for services for the aging.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $11,357,166 | $15,663,684 | $8,460,217 |
| Revenue | $33,686,511 | $59,510,938 | $13,386,598 |
| Expenses | $33,779,070 | $59,314,013 | $11,906,627 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $84,154 | $66,608 | $874,215 |
| 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
152 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Disability Advocacy Center ($961,300), Autism Society of America ($721,602), Usa Boxing Inc ($671,489).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| DISABILITY ADVOCACY CENTER GREENSBORO, NC | SERVICES FOR THE AGING GRANT | $961,300 |
| AUTISM SOCIETY OF AMERICA ROCKVILLE, MD | SERVICES FOR THE AGING GRANT | $721,602 |
| USA BOXING INC COLORADO SPRINGS, CO | SERVICES FOR THE AGING GRANT | $671,489 |
| SOUTHEASTERN ILLINOIS AREA AGENCY ON AGING MT CARMEL, IL | SERVICES FOR THE AGING GRANT | $520,720 |
| VERMONT CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING MONTPELIER, VT | SERVICES FOR THE AGING GRANT | $510,929 |
| DISABILITY RIGHTS FLORIDA TALLAHASSEE, FL | SERVICES FOR THE AGING GRANT | $476,640 |
| AGESPAN (MASS HOME CARE) LAWRENCE, MA | SERVICES FOR THE AGING GRANT | $474,498 |
| AGING & LONG-TERM CARE OF EASTERN WASHINGTON SPOKANE, WA | SERVICES FOR THE AGING GRANT | $462,300 |
| HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER COLLEGE STATION, TX | SERVICES FOR THE AGING GRANT | $443,064 |
| NOHONA HEALTH INC WAILUKU, HI | SERVICES FOR THE AGING GRANT | $395,975 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| PAM CURTIS | PRESIDENT | 1 | — |
| HEANG TAN | 1ST VP | 1 | — |
| LYNN KIMBALL | 2ND VP | 1 | — |
| PAUL LEGGETT | SECRETARY | 1 | — |
| EVA VEITCH | TREASURER (THRU FEBRUARY) | 1 | — |
| KELLY BUTTS-ELSTON | DIRECTOR (THRU FEBRUARY); TREASURER | 1 | — |
| MARY ANN SPANOS | PAST PRESIDENT (THRU JULY) | 1 | — |
| JODY BARKER | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| STEPHANIE BLUNT | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| AARON BRADLEY | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| MEG BURMEISTER | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| KELLY DEARMAN | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| MIKE DONOHUE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| RAUL ENRIQUEZ | DIRECTOR (THRU JULY) | 1 | — |
| JOANNE FETZKO | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| SHANNAH THARP GILLIAM | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| ANNETTE GRAHAM | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| TED HALL | DIRECTOR (THRU JULY) | 1 | — |
| JENNIFER HALLUM | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JOAN HATEM-ROY | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| BRENDA HOUSE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| IRMA JIMENEZ | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| LORRAINE JOEWONO | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| TRICIA JEAN JONES | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| CRAIG KABERLINE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| MARY LYNN KASUNIC | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| NICOLE KIDDOO | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JUSTIN LEES | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| LINDA LEVIN | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| ANN MARIE MAGLIONE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| TOM MCCONAGHY | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| REGAN MCMANUS | DIRECTOR (THRU JULY) | 1 | — |
| LINDA MILLER | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| REBECCA MILLER | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| SHARON NEVINS | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DUANA PATTON | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| BLAIR SCHOEB | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| LISA SHEPPARD | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DIANE SLEZAK | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JASON SWANSON | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| LUDVINA KEALOHA TAKAHASHI | DIRECTOR (THRU MARCH) | 1 | — |
| LESLIE TANOUE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| CHRISTINE VANLANDINGHAM | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| MEGAN WALTON | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| RHONDA WEAVER | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| TIM WHOLF | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| ASHLEY WITHROW | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JUSTINE YOUNG | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| SANDRA MARKWOOD | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER | 50 | $406,975 |
| GEOFFREY MARTINY | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | 50 | $198,272 |
| DEBORAH STONE-WALLS | CHIEF, PROGRAMS & SERVICES | 50 | $207,932 |
| MARISA SCALA-FOLEY | DIRECTOR, AGING & DBI | 50 | $206,977 |
| AMY GOTWALS | CHIEF, PUBLIC POLICY & EXT AFFAIRS | 50 | $205,206 |
| VIRGINIA BIGGAR | DIR., PROGRAM MKTG. & SPEC. PROJECTS | 50 | $152,693 |
| VIRGINIA DIZE | CO-DIRECTOR, NADTC | 50 | $152,440 |
| SARA TRIBE-CLARK | DIRECTOR, ELDERCARE LOCATOR | 50 | $145,217 |
| MARY E FRENCH | DIRECTOR, HOUSING & SRC | 50 | $141,833 |
| BETHANY L COULTER | CHIEF, COMMUNICATIONS | 50 | $141,667 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Usaging fund?
USAging is dedicated to supporting the success of its member organizations through advancing public policy, sparking innovation, strengthening member capacity, raising visibility, and driving excellence in aging and home and community-based services. The organization's primary program areas include: • **Services for the Aging**: Operating the Eldercare Locator, a national call center helping older adults and caregivers locate local aging services and supports • **Support to the Aging Network**:…
How do I apply for a grant from Usaging?
USAging makes grants to support aging services and related initiatives. Recent grant activity includes: • Grant to National Caucus and Center on Black Aging: $37,500 (2023) for Services for the Aging • Grant to Association of Assistive Technology Act Programs: $105,000 (2023) for Services for the Aging Total giving in 2024 was $20,442,441, with typical award ranges of $5,250–$3,629,421.
Where does Usaging make grants?
USAging's grantmaking focuses primarily on California, Texas, and the District of Columbia.
What size grants does Usaging award?
In 2024, Usaging awarded 185 grants totaling $21.6M — an average of about $117K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Usaging's EIN?
Usaging's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 52-1052345. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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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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