Yes Every Kid Inc
Yes Every Kid Inc is an Arlington, Virginia-based public charity, according to its 2024 filing. Founded in 2019, the organization describes itself as an advocacy team with a family-first approach to transforming America’s education policy landscape. It works on education policy through policy analysis and direct lobbying, and its filing says it released policy ideas and advocated for legislation.
Yes Every Kid Inc at a glance
In short: Yes Every Kid Inc gave $410K across 15 grants in 2024 (avg $27K), top state Iowa. 93% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $410,000
- -31.2% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 15
- +150.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $27,333
- -72.5% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $25,000
- Total assets
- $3,078,392
- +88.7% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 93% first-time grantees (14 of 15, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Iowa (12% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Yes Every Kid Inc
- How to Apply
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The organization’s grant page directs prospective applicants to schedule a short consultation to discuss current RFP programs and obtain a grant submission form.
- Review Cycle
- The general grant page lists a rolling deadline. The separate “Meet the Moment” opportunity offered rolling grants through October 31, 2025; that deadline has passed.
- Deadline
- The general grant page lists a rolling deadline.
- Contact
Mailing address: 4201 Wilson Blvd 0280, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: (703) 214-7118
Website: https://yeseverykid.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Yes Every Kid Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Priorities for Iowa Inc ($50K). Together the top 10 received $360K.
Grant Size Distribution
45 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 34 grants of 45 (76%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 grants went to recipients in multiple states. The largest reported shares of grant dollars by recipient state were Iowa, Virginia, Idaho, and New York at 12% each, followed by Mississippi at 9%.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 15 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Yes Every Kid Inc open to new grantees?
93%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 14 of 15 grantees (93%) were first-time recipients. With only 15 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 7 points. First grants averaged $26K; repeat grants $50K. How we count
Medians: $25K first-time, $50K repeat.
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2020–2024). 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 $85K (2021) to $596K (2023). In 2024 it made 15 grants totaling $410K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Priorities for Iowa Inc Des Moines, IA | General Operating | $50,000 |
| ALEC Action (Jefferson Project) Arlington, VA | General Operating | $50,000 |
| Mountain States Policy Center Inc dba Mountain States Policy Center Couer dAlene, ID | General Operating | $50,000 |
| Education Reform Now Advocacy Inc New York, NY | General Operating | $50,000 |
| Beacon Impact Nashville, TN | General Operating | $35,000 |
| Mississippi Center for Public Policy Jackson, MS | General Operating | $25,000 |
| Catholic Education Partners Inc Stillwater, MN | General Operating | $25,000 |
| Show-Me Institute Saint Louis, MO | General Operating | $25,000 |
| Maine Civic Action Portland, ME | General Operating | $25,000 |
| Sutherland Institute Salt Lake City, UT | General Operating | $25,000 |
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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 | $3,078,392 | $9,465,802 | $7,883,847 | $410,000 | 15 | $73,762 |
| 2023 | $1,631,183 | $8,733,720 | $8,048,266 | $596,125 | 6 | $14,275 |
| 2022 | $463,013 | $4,460,931 | $4,949,278 | $350,000 | 10 | $931 |
| 2021 | $941,039 | $2,506,289 | $4,027,988 | $85,000 | 6 | $1,302 |
| 2020 | $2,322,618 | $4,529,465 | $3,069,200 | $353,000 | 8 | $3,057 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization’s stated purpose is to transform education so it is as diverse as the children it serves. Its policy pillars are Fund Every Kid, which promotes family control over education funding; No More Lines, which supports access to public schools regardless of where a family lives; and Education Your Way, which supports families’ ability to customize educational experiences.
Its “Meet the Moment” grant opportunity describes four strategic investment areas: funding families directly, empowering public-school choice, building custom education bundles, and program implementation and reform. The opportunity identifies eligible applicants as 501(c)(3) nonprofits, 501(c)(4) advocacy organizations, and 501(c)(6) trade associations, chambers of commerce, and professional associations.
Among its 2024 grantees, Priorities for Iowa described its mission as promoting social welfare, including education and engagement in Iowa public-policy matters. Education Reform Now Advocacy said it advocates for education policies that enable all students to obtain a globally competitive education. Other grantees described missions including promoting free markets and individual liberty in Tennessee (Beacon Impact), advancing public policies to enhance economic growth and opportunity in Missouri (Show-Me Institute), pursuing free-market and community-driven solutions (Sutherland Institute), and educating the public about barriers to flourishing in Mississippi (Empower Mississippi Foundation).
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, Yes Every Kid reported 15 grants totaling $410,000. Grant amounts ranged from $10,000 to $50,000, with a median of $25,000. The largest listed grants were $50,000 each to Priorities for Iowa, ALEC Action (Jefferson Project), Mountain States Policy Center, and Education Reform Now Advocacy. Other listed grants included $35,000 to Beacon Impact; $25,000 each to Mississippi Center for Public Policy, Catholic Education Partners, Show-Me Institute, Maine Civic Action, and Sutherland Institute; and $10,000 each to Empower Mississippi Foundation and Bluegrass Institute for Public Policy Solutions. The filing describes these grants as general operating support.
The organization’s website says it accepts grant proposals for projects that can advance its education-policy aims. Formal submissions require the organization’s name and nonprofit status, the applicant’s name and contact information, a one-page project abstract with enough detail to assess its nature and feasibility, and a brief itemized budget. Funding levels are commensurate with the requirements of the research, program, or advocacy project. Grant agreements may require funds to be used exclusively for 501(c)(4) purposes, may require a report on funded activities, and may prohibit use for political purposes. The organization says it reviews recipients’ Form 990, IRS tax-exemption letter, and tax ID number. It does not accept proposals to fund schools.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Andrew Clark as president; Meredith Olson as chairperson; Henrich Heuer as treasurer; Weston Edwards as secretary; and Adam Peshek, Derek Johnson (outgoing), Derrell Bradford, Jorge Lima (outgoing), and Robert Enlow as directors. It also lists Craig Hulse as executive director.
The organization’s website lists Erica Jedynak as chief operating officer, Matt Frendewey as vice president of strategy, Marcus D. San Marino as vice president of government affairs, and Sam Duell as head of policy, among other staff.
Yes Every Kid Inc is led by Andrew Clark, President since 2023 (on filings since 2021); 7 of 15 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Andrew Clark
President
Executive Director → Executive Director & President, 2022
Executive Director & President → President, 2023
On filings since 2021
50 hrs/week
$217K (2021) → $387K (2024)
Craig Hulse
Executive Director
On filings since 2022
50 hrs/week
$196K (2022) → $415K (2024)
Meredith Olson
Chairperson
Director → Chairperson, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Marcus San Marino
Government Affairs Director
On filings since 2023
50 hrs/week
$177K (2023) → $182K (2024)
Samuel Duell
National Policy Director
New on the 2024 filing
50 hrs/week
$195K (2024)
Derek Johnson
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Derrell Bradford
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jorge Lima
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Robert Enlow
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Adam Peshek
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Erica Jedynak
Chief Operating Officer
On filings since 2023
50 hrs/week
$212K (2023) → $219K (2024)
Michael Donnelly
Vice President & Policy
Vice President Policy → Vice President & Policy, 2024
On filings since 2023
50 hrs/week
$217K (2023) → $168K (2024)
Matthew Frendewey
Vice President & Strategy
New on the 2024 filing
50 hrs/week
$213K (2024)
Henrich Heuer
Treasurer
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Weston Edwards
Secretary
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (10)
- Former: Jeff Ogar (2021–2023) — Secretary
- Former: Tom Newell (2023) — Vice President & Government Affairs
- Former: Whitney Marsh (2023) — Director of Policy Operations
- Former: Andrew Yates (2022) — Government Affairs Director
- Former: Carrie O'Rourke (2020–2021) — Regional Director
- Former: Jennifer Javia (2021) — Government Affairs Manager
- Former: Andrew Clark Outgoing (2020) — Executive Director & Secretary
- Former: Grant Hewitt (2020) — Vice President & Government Affairs
- Former: Kara Hartnett (2020) — Treasurer
- Former: Robert Heaton (2020) — Treasurer
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 $415K, to Craig Hulse (Executive Director). 7 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Yes Every Kid Inc
How much does Yes Every Kid Inc give each year?
Yes Every Kid Inc gave $410K across 15 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $596K across 6 grants.
What is Yes Every Kid Inc's typical grant size?
Yes Every Kid Inc's median grant in 2024 was $25,000, and its average grant was $27,333, across 15 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from Yes Every Kid Inc that year got $26K on average.
Where does Yes Every Kid Inc give grants?
Yes Every Kid Inc's top state is Iowa, with 12% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990. The next largest states were Virginia (12%) and Idaho (12%).
Does Yes Every Kid Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Yes Every Kid Inc's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (15 of 15) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Who are Yes Every Kid Inc's largest grantees?
Yes Every Kid Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Priorities for Iowa Inc ($50,000), ALEC Action (Jefferson Project) ($50,000) and Mountain States Policy Center Inc dba Mountain States Policy Center ($50,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 37% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Yes Every Kid Inc?
Yes Every Kid Inc reported $3.1M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $9.5M.
What does Yes Every Kid Inc fund?
The organization’s stated purpose is to transform education so it is as diverse as the children it serves. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Yes Every Kid Inc?
The organization’s grant page directs prospective applicants to schedule a short consultation to discuss current RFP programs and obtain a grant submission form. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Yes Every Kid Inc's EIN?
Yes Every Kid Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 83-3028208. 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 November 15, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 15, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 15, 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 17, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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Grantable. (2026). Yes Every Kid Inc funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 13, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/yes-every-kid-inc-morg_534a97b915f24bb4b91f3475cea429f7
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