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American Psychological Foundation Inc

To provide financial support for innovative research and programs that enhance the power of psychology to elevate the human condition and advance human potential both now and in …

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Integrity Assessment
Strong transparency
80/100 · methodology

About American Psychological Foundation Inc

APF: Psychology and Philanthropy Read the 2025 Impact Report Now! As a grantmaking Foundation, we leverage the power of philanthropy to advance psychological knowledge by investing in innovative research and applications that prioritize people and their wellbeing. Learn more. Donate Browse Programs Get Involved Our New Identity At APF, we are revolutionizing the future of

Founded
Headquarters
Washington, DC
Foundation type
Supporting organization (509(a)(3))
NTEE code
V030
IRS subsection
501(c)(03)
Ruling date
Size
large

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

IRS Tax-Deductible since 1961

Mission

To provide financial support for innovative research and programs that enhance the power of psychology to elevate the human condition and advance human potential both now and in generations to come.

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
SDG alignment The 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are the global agenda for ending poverty, protecting the planet, and ensuring prosperity by 2030. We tag each charity to the goals its work advances.

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar social services in United States
Program spending This charity: 67%
Peer average: 79%
CEO comp as % of revenue This charity: 2.22%
Peer average: 0.48%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 80
Peer average: 90

Concerns

· None found
No red flags found
Screened for IRS revocation history, Open investigations, Governance scandals, Related-party deals, Excessive exec comp.

Where every $1 goes

· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)
$0.67
Program$0.67

GiveRadar Analysis

Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations

From what GiveRadar has verified so far, American Psychological Foundation Inc has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 4 independent sources including the IRS.

  • Established in 1952, it is among the oldest social services charities in the United States GiveRadar tracks. View this cohort
  • GiveRadar has cross-referenced this organization across 4 independent sources, led by the IRS - more than 84% of comparable organizations. See the sources
  • Its integrity score of 80 places it in the top 5% of the 15,199 social services charities in the United States GiveRadar tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. View this cohort
GiveRadar has verified
  • government registration
  • financial records (5 filed years)
  • disclosed leadership
  • a website
  • a contact email
  • a donation page
Not yet verified by GiveRadar
  • an owner-submitted profile claim

Analysis based on GiveRadar's benchmark dataset of 2026-07-03. It describes what GiveRadar has verified, not a judgment of the organization itself.

Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

American Psychological Foundation Inc is a registered social services nonprofit based in Washington, DC, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1952 and has been operating for 74 years. Its EIN is 526051733. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 80/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $9M in annual revenue. 64 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.

American Psychological Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 526051733. This is the organization's IRS tax identification number; you can use it to verify tax-exempt status and to look up its Form 990 filings with the IRS.

American Psychological Foundation Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 80/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 80 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for social services charities in United States is 90/100.

American Psychological Foundation Inc is located in Washington, DC, United States. The organization was established in 1952 and has been active for 74 years.

Based on official tax filings, American Psychological Foundation Inc has $9M in annual revenue. It allocates 67% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 79% for social services charities in United States. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of $2M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

American Psychological Foundation Inc is classified as a Social Services organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Supporting organization (509(a)(3)). By size, it is categorized as a large organization. It has $9M in annual revenue. The organization has 64 disclosed officers and directors.

No red flags have been detected for American Psychological Foundation Inc. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.

According to GiveRadar's records, American Psychological Foundation Inc holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It reports that 67% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 79%). You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.

APF: Psychology and Philanthropy Read the 2025 Impact Report Now! As a grantmaking Foundation, we leverage the power of philanthropy to advance psychological knowledge by investing in innovative research and applications that prioritize people and their wellbeing. Learn more. Donate Browse Programs Get Involved Our New Identity At APF, we are revolutionizing the future of American Psychological Foundation Inc is classified as a social services organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1952.

Among social services charities registered in United States: It allocates 67% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 79%. Its annual revenue of $9M is well above the peer average of $2M.

Yes, donations to American Psychological Foundation Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. American Psychological Foundation Inc is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 526051733, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.

Annual revenue
$1M-$10M
67% to programs
Source: IRS 990 (FY2024) why this matters
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Filing history

5 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.

Years on record: FY2024, FY2023, FY2022, FY2021, FY2020.
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Taxes

Tax-deductibility for donors

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Staff & volunteers

From filings and published profiles

Employees
10

Leadership

From FY2024 filing

MI
Michelle Q•••• R••••
CEO

Officers & trustees (18)

Source: Public filings

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Latest news

From global news sources

10 articles found

From news sources and the organization. Shown for transparency; news never affects the integrity score.

Activity timeline

Filings and press mentions, merged

Why the American Psychological Association Should Focus on Electrochemical Psychiatry Not AI Therapy - The Good Men Proj
Jul 2026
goodmenproject.com
Who’s the most American? Psychological studies show that many people are biased and think it’s a white English speaker -
Jul 2026
www.stamfordadvocate.com
How AI is reshaping human skills and thinking - American Psychological Association (APA)
Jul 2026
www.apa.org
American Psychological Association warns against AI therapy - Caledonian Record
Jun 2026
www.caledonianrecord.com
FEDERAL CIVIL RIGHTS INVESTIGATION OPENED INTO AMERICAN PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION OVER ALLEGED ANTI-SEMITIC DISCRIMINATI
Jun 2026
brandeiscenter.com
HHS to investigate American Psychological Association over alleged Jew-hatred, anti-Israel bias - New York Post
Jun 2026
nypost.com
Feds investigating antisemitism allegations at American Psychological Association - Jewish Telegraphic Agency
Jun 2026
www.jta.org
Patients are bringing AI to therapy - American Psychological Association (APA)
Jun 2026
www.apa.org
Clinical psychology doctorate receives initial accreditation from American Psychological Association - Liberty Universit
May 2026
www.liberty.edu
Steve Manuck was honored by the American Psychological Association - University of Pittsburgh
Jan 2026
www.pittwire.pitt.edu
Form filed
$9.2M revenue
FY2024
IRS 990
Form filed
$7.7M revenue
FY2023
IRS 990
Form filed
$4.0M revenue
FY2022
IRS 990
Form filed
$7.4M revenue
FY2021
IRS 990
Form filed
$1.2M revenue
FY2020
IRS 990

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Cause areas in United States

How many charities work in each area, with this charity's area highlighted.

Human Services 322,679
Education 195,586
Arts & Culture 133,128
Advocacy & Civil Rights 128,026
Religion 114,636
Health 98,862
Community Development 56,086
Youth Development 53,450
Social Services this charity 15,199
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Most common causes in United States

Causes charities work on most.

Community Development 235,146
Education 159,016
Religion 103,741
Arts & Culture 101,203
Human Rights 76,926
Health 65,250
Youth Development 47,775
Animal Welfare 32,425

Sources and verification

Registration and legal identity
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
Financial filings
IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2024 most recent on file.
Officers and trustees
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 64 disclosed in the public registry.
News and media coverage
GDELT Project + Google News
Supplementary verification
Charity Navigator

Data freshness

Last updated
Jun 12, 2026
Registry checked
Jun 6, 2026
Profile completeness
100%

What we know and don't know

Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.

On record · 10
  • Financial data · FY2024 on record
  • Named leadership · 64 officers on file
  • Executive pay · Disclosed
  • Government registration · Registered with an official registry
  • Mission statement · Published
  • Official website · On record
  • Headquarters address · On file
  • Direct contact · Email or phone published
  • Tax-deductibility · Verified
  • Founding date · 1952
Not available · 1
  • Programs & activities
    No named programs listed by the charity

Methodology

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Quick facts about American Psychological Foundation Inc

What is American Psychological Foundation Inc?
American Psychological Foundation Inc is a social services supporting organization (509(a)(3)) based in Washington, United States. APF: Psychology and Philanthropy Read the 2025 Impact Report Now! As a grantmaking Foundation, we leverage the power of philanthropy to advance psychological knowledge by investing in innovative research and applications that prioritize people and their wellbeing. Learn more. Donate Browse Programs Get Involved Our New Identity At APF, we are revolutionizing the future of
When was American Psychological Foundation Inc founded?
American Psychological Foundation Inc was founded in 1952.
Who leads American Psychological Foundation Inc?
Michelle Quist Ryder serves as CEO.
Where is American Psychological Foundation Inc located?
Headquartered in Washington, DC, United States.
What is American Psychological Foundation Inc's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $1M-$10M. 67% of expenses go to program services.
Is American Psychological Foundation Inc trustworthy?
American Psychological Foundation Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 80 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
What is American Psychological Foundation Inc's registration number?
IRS EIN: 526051733.
What is American Psychological Foundation Inc's website?
http://www.ampsychfdn.org