American Public Health Association Inc
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Mission
To build public health capacity and promote effective policy and practice.
Focus areas & reach
· What they work on and whereHow it stacks up against peers
· vs. 8 similar health in United StatesConcerns
· None foundWhere every $1 goes
· FY2025 · IRS 990 (FY2025)GiveRadar Analysis
Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations
GiveRadar's verified records show American Public Health Association Inc with a complete profile, cross-referenced across 4 independent sources including the IRS.
- Established in 1872, it is among the oldest health 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 82% of comparable charities. See the sources
- Its integrity score of 90 places it in the top 1% of the 98,862 health charities in the United States GiveRadar tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. View this cohort
- government registration
- financial records (5 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a contact email
- a donation page
- 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 + methodologyAmerican Public Health Association Inc is a registered health nonprofit based in Washington, DC, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1872 and has been operating for 154 years. Its EIN is 131628688. 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 90/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $26M in annual revenue. 215 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
American Public Health Association Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 131628688. 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 Public Health Association Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90/100. 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 90 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 78% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for health charities in United States is 90/100.
American Public Health Association Inc is located in Washington, DC, United States. The organization was established in 1872 and has been active for 154 years.
Based on official tax filings, American Public Health Association Inc has $26M in annual revenue. It allocates 78% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 85% for health charities in United States. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
American Public Health Association Inc is classified as a Health 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 $26M in annual revenue. The organization has 215 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for American Public Health Association 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 Public Health Association 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 78% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 85%). 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.
Championing optimal, equitable health and well-being for all. American Public Health Association Inc is classified as a health organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1872.
Among health charities registered in United States: It allocates 78% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 85%. Its annual revenue of $26M is comparable to the peer average of $41M.
Yes, donations to American Public Health Association Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Its EIN is 131628688, 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.
Filing history
5 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2025): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Tax-deductibility for donors
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United States under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
AMERICAN PUBLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION INC is registered in United States. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
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Staff & volunteers
From filings and published profiles
Leadership
From FY2025 filing
Officers & trustees (25)
Source: Public filings
25 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
Latest news
From global news sources
10 articles found
From news sources and the organization. Shown for transparency; news never affects the integrity score.
Inside Look at How A Prestigious Teaching Award Is Advancing Impact of Research Shaping Public Policy - University of New Haven
Call for Applications for American Public Health Association (APHA) 2026–2027 Maternal & Child Health Student Fellowship Program: Future Public Health Leaders Invited to Apply - Global South Opportunities
San Antonio: American Public Health Association - Food Politics by Marion Nestle -
American Journal of Public Health links food insecurity to choice of telehealth abortion - EurekAlert!
Five Turning Points in 250 Years of American Public Health History - Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health
AJPH - American Journal of Public Health
How Federal Attacks on Diversity and Inclusion Policies Have Dismantled Public Health Infrastructure and Threaten National Health Security - Center for American Progress
Better Communication for Better Health: A Conversation with the American Public Health Association - Public Health Communications Collaborative
Performance Management & Quality Improvement: Resources | Public Health Gateway - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | CDC (.gov)
American Public Health Association v. Environmental Protection Agency - Pacific Legal Foundation
Activity timeline
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Sources and verification
- Registration and legal identity
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
- Financial filings
- IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2025 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 215 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
- Supplementary verification
- Charity Navigator
Data freshness
What we know and don't know
Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.
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Financial data · FY2025 on record
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Named leadership · 215 officers on file
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Executive pay · Disclosed
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Government registration · Registered with an official registry
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Mission statement · Published
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Official website · On record
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Headquarters address · On file
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Direct contact · Email or phone published
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Tax-deductibility · Verified
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Founding date · 1872
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about American Public Health Association Inc
- What is American Public Health Association Inc?
- American Public Health Association Inc is a health supporting organization (509(a)(3)) based in Washington, United States. Championing optimal, equitable health and well-being for all.
- When was American Public Health Association Inc founded?
- American Public Health Association Inc was founded in 1872.
- Who leads American Public Health Association Inc?
- Georges C Benjamin serves as Executive Director.
- Where is American Public Health Association Inc located?
- Headquartered in Washington, DC, United States.
- What is American Public Health Association Inc's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately $10M-$100M. 78% of expenses go to program services.
- Is American Public Health Association Inc trustworthy?
- American Public Health Association Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90 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 Public Health Association Inc's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 131628688.
- What is American Public Health Association Inc's website?
- http://www.apha.org