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Grantmaking public charityEIN 521134021

American Planning Association

Chicago, IL 606016909

Total Assets

$27.0M

FY 2023

Annual Giving

$184K

FY 2023

Grants Made

2

FY 2023

Avg Grant

$92K

FY 2023

Grant Range

Typical

Deadlines

Applications

Programs & Activities

Program 1

$1.6M

APA promotes professional excellence in the field of planning through the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification and the accreditation of planning education programs. AICP sets and maintains ethical and professional standards, oversees certification exams, and supports continuing education through the Certification Maintenance program. APA also supports the accreditation of academic planning programs and recognizes leaders in the profession through the College of Fellows.

Program 2

$2.4M

APA advances sound planning practices through applied research, advocacy, and public education. APA's Government Affairs team advocates for planning-supportive policies at all levels of government, while its communications and outreach programs educate the public and media about the importance of planning in building vibrant communities. Applied research activities, supported by grants and partnerships, translate best practices and academic findings into practical guidance for planners. APA also recognizes planning excellence through its national awards program and promotes awareness through initiatives like the Housing Initiative and Planning Research Fund.

Focus Areas

Community Improvement

Financial Snapshot

2023 filing

Total Revenue

$19.2M

Total Expenses

$19.0M

Giving Over Time

7 years

Giving over time from 2017 to 2023. Peak $231K in 2018. Hover bars for details.

Total dollars recorded per filing year. Scale adjusts to the foundation's range.

Top Recipients

16 grants

Grant Size Distribution

16 grants

<$10K
4
grants
$10–50K
3
grants
$50–250K
9
grants
$250K–1M
$1–5M
$5M+

Geographic Focus

5 states

Illinois
$1.1M
84% of total
Florida
$90K
7% of total
Georgia
$80K
6% of total
District of Columbia
$45K
3% of total
Ohio
$7K
1% of total

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