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Nonprofit · EIN 35-1835134

INDIANA PHILANTHROPY ALLIANCE INC

Tax-exempt · INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46204

Financials

$3.7M$2.4M2023$2.5M$2.9M2024
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of INDIANA PHILANTHROPY ALLIANCE INC by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
December 31, 2024990$2,465,886$2,879,646-$413,760$4,617,513$1,034,653$3,582,860
December 31, 2023990$3,654,444$2,430,921$1,223,523$5,736,804$1,807,065$3,929,739
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$1,899,312
Membership dues
$604,849
Program service revenue
$356,069
Investment income
$206,347
Other revenue
$4,158

Expenses

Grants and similar amounts paid
$456,300
Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
$238,321
Other salaries and wages
$849,228
Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
$1,364,135
Professional fundraising fees
$0
Legal fees
$4,999
Accounting fees
$194,440
Occupancy
$108,564
Travel
$16,695
Depreciation
$11,796
Program services (functional)
$2,223,618
Management and general (functional)
$656,028

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$5,736,804
Total assets, end of year
$4,617,513
Total liabilities, end of year
$1,034,653
Net assets, end of year
$3,582,860
Land, buildings and equipment
$71,811
Publicly traded securities
$1,548,745
Net assets without donor restrictions
$2,004,523
Net assets with donor restrictions
$1,578,337
Gross receipts
$6,230,868
Employees
13
Volunteers
51
Year formed
1990
State of legal domicile
IN

From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.

Officers, directors and key employees

As listed on the 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024, highest compensation first.

NameTitleHours / weekCompensationOther / benefits
Claudia CummingsPresident/CEO
Officer
40$199,583$38,738
Amy HaackerVP, Community Foundation Programs
Highest-paid employee
40$140,996$29,048
Maddison MillerVP External Relations
Highest-paid employee
40$106,016$21,979
Elisabete SillotoSenior Director Marketing & Business Intelligence
Highest-paid employee
40$101,404$23,491
Brienne HookerVice Chair
Trustee or director, Officer
1$0$0
Jeff SmallChair
Trustee or director, Officer
1$0$0
Stephanie OverbeySecretary
Trustee or director, Officer
1$0$0
Tim MurphyTreasurer
Trustee or director, Officer
1$0$0
Charlotte HawthorneDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Clayton BoylesDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Dan DavisDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Jenna WachtmannDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Josh DaughertyDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Josh KornbergDirector (part year)
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Maggi SpartzDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
5 more people on this return
NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Maria FruthDirector
Trustee or director
1$0
Pamela RossDirector (Part Year)
Trustee or director
1$0
Rich HaddadDirector
Trustee or director
1$0
Thomas Major JrDirector
Trustee or director
1$0
Tina PetersonDirector
Trustee or director
1$0
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 20 people
NameTitleHours / weekCompensationOther / benefits
Claudia CummingsPresident/CEO
Officer
40$181,891$36,918
Amy HaackerVP, Community Foundation Programs
Highest-paid employee
40$130,930$27,132
Jeff SmallVice Chair
Trustee or director, Officer
1$0$0
Margaret A SpartzChair
Trustee or director, Officer
1$0$0
Stephanie OverbeySecretary
Trustee or director, Officer
1$0$0
Tim MurphyTreasurer
Trustee or director, Officer
1$0$0
Bill StanczykiewiczDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Brienne HookerDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Cheryl TaylorDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Dan DavisDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Jenna WachtmannDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Jill CarpenterDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Joshua KornbergDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Maria FruthDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Pamela RossDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Rich HaddadDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Shannon BordenDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Tami WenningDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Thomas Major JrDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Tina PetersonDirector
Trustee or director
1$0$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
115 W WASHINGTON ST 950, INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46204-3420
In care of
% MARISSA MANLOVE
Principal officer (990 for 2024)
Claudia Cummings, 115 W Washington St 950, Indianapolis, IN 46204
Signed the 990
Claudia Cummings, President/CEO
Phone
(317) 630-5200
Return prepared by
CRI Capin Crouse Advisors LLC

Mission

Our mission is to champion, support and connect our members as they transform Indiana through effective philanthropy.

990 for the year ended December 31, 2024

Program accomplishments

  • Gift Technical Assistance Program: Supporting Indiana community foundations, this program provides technical assistance, training, and resources to over 90 community foundations and affiliate funds participating in the GIFT (Giving Indiana Funds for Tomorrow) initiative. In 2024, the program's approximately 50 training events encompassed nearly 900 participants serving communities throughout Indiana. There were about 150 attendees at three "Boot Camps"-basic training for community foundation and board and staff members-and over 400 GIFT technical assistance in-person and virtual consultations ranging in scope, issue area, and complexity.
    Expenses $865,539 · revenue $31,540
  • Member Services: Indiana Philanthropy Alliance (IPA) fosters a collaborative and knowledgeable philanthropic sector that is empowered to address society's most pressing challenges. During 2024, IPA held multiple networking/peer gatherings across the state and produced hundreds of email newsletters that informed and engaged its network. IPA's website was leveraged to amplify the work of philanthropy while recruiting new talent and partners into the sector. IPA also provided technical assistance and web-based access to vetted technical and professional resources. Grantmaker Education and Resources: Indiana Philanthropy Alliance (IPA) offers a comprehensive array of quality educational programs designed to fulfill members' professional development needs at a free and affordable price. During 2024, IPA provided a biennial conference with dozens of speakers and sessions, as well as over 100 educational programs, cohort meetings, and Peer Community convenings to expand its member's horizons and networks. There were 2,400 attendees at IPA programs and 520 unique organizations represented. In addition to events, IPA's searchable online knowledgebase provides access to a wealth of resources spanning various topics for foundations and corporate philanthropy. Additionally, IPA extends its expertise nationally to philanthropy-serving organizations and foundations through virtual Community Foundation Boot Camps and Foundation Legal Help Desk services.
    Expenses $766,024 · revenue $294,371
  • Community Foundation Internships (CFI) Program: The CFI program provides Indiana community foundations participating in the GIFT initiative access to grant dollars to hire college students attending an Indiana-accredited college or university. The program aims to provide operational support to foundations-expanding their capacity to serve communities. It also gives Indiana students hands-on job training and experiences that enrich their educational and personal development. These young professionals exit the program deeply aware of the important role community foundations and philanthropy serve in improving our quality of life. In 2024, 36 community foundations and affiliates offered 72 college internships.
    Expenses $531,480 · grants $456,300
  • In 2024, Indiana Philanthropy Alliance's (IPA) advocacy efforts encompassed monitoring state and federal legislation and delivering timely updates to members through email, e-newsletters, and the IPA website. IPA also engaged in active advocacy with members of the state legislature and Congress on topics related to philanthropy, charitable giving, and matters important to the communities served. IPA's policy-related efforts included producing informational materials to educate elected officials about Indiana foundations' pivotal role and impact. IPA facilitated virtual and in-person meetings to share information with and about IPA and member foundations and discuss potential public policies affecting philanthropy.
    Expenses $34,803
  • The John Mutz Philanthropic Leadership Institute identifies and cultivates visionary philanthropic leaders in Indiana. The cohort-based program provides continuing education training to equip emerging leaders for board and executive positions in foundations and corporations statewide. With each cohort, Indiana Philanthropy Alliance aims to bring fresh perspectives to the existing community, support emerging leaders, and elevate Indiana's philanthropic field. The 2024 class, comprising 22 graduates from 13 Indiana counties, exemplifies IPA's commitment to nurturing transformative leadership that drives positive change in communities across the state.
    Expenses $25,772 · revenue $34,316

What it must file and when

IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in December, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.

Tax yearYear endedDueIRS public records
2025December 31, 2025May 15, 2026Not on file
2024December 31, 2024May 15, 2025990 on file
2023December 31, 2023May 15, 2024990 on file

IRS record

EIN
35-1835134
Tax-exempt status
501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
Foundation status
Publicly supported organization (170(b)(1)(A)(vi))
Donations deductible (Pub 78)
Public charity, 50% deduction limit
Exempt since
1992
Accounting year ends
December
Files
Form 990 or 990-EZ
Assets (IRS master file)
$4,617,513
Income (IRS master file)
$6,230,868

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990December 2024$2,465,886$2,879,646$4,617,513XML
990December 2023$3,654,444$2,430,921$5,736,804XML
990December 2022$3,525,253$2,565,536$3,615,584IRS
990December 2021–––IRS
990December 2020–––IRS
990December 2019–––IRS
990December 2018–––IRS

990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 35-1835134).

Questions about INDIANA PHILANTHROPY ALLIANCE INC

What is the EIN of INDIANA PHILANTHROPY ALLIANCE INC?
The employer identification number (EIN) of INDIANA PHILANTHROPY ALLIANCE INC is 35-1835134.
Is INDIANA PHILANTHROPY ALLIANCE INC tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1992.
Are donations to INDIANA PHILANTHROPY ALLIANCE INC tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does INDIANA PHILANTHROPY ALLIANCE INC file?
Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.
When is the next return of INDIANA PHILANTHROPY ALLIANCE INC due?
The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending December 31, 2025) is due May 15, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
When did INDIANA PHILANTHROPY ALLIANCE INC last file with the IRS?
The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2024.
Who is the principal officer of INDIANA PHILANTHROPY ALLIANCE INC?
The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 names Claudia Cummings.
Who are the officers and directors of INDIANA PHILANTHROPY ALLIANCE INC?
The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 20 people; 4 received compensation from the organization, the highest $199,583 (Claudia Cummings, President/CEO).
How much revenue does INDIANA PHILANTHROPY ALLIANCE INC have?
On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $2,465,886, expenses of $2,879,646 and total assets of $4,617,513 at year end.

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