Impact Community Action
91% goes to programs $1 to raise $100 Declining revenue
Impact Community Action is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Columbus, Ohio, registered in 2006, with $26,197,653 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it B+, and it directs about 91% of spending to programs.
711 Southwood Ave, Columbus, OH, 43207 EIN 20-5536173 Since 2006
Revenue (FY2024)
$26.2M
▼ 7.7% vs prior year
Community median: $184K
Expenses (FY2024)
$26.0M
Net assets
$2.5M
Employees
163
CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
B+
★★★★
Rated on 4 of 4 criteria.
Held down by its weakest criterion — a strong score on one criterion can't hide a weak one.
How the rating works →A+Program efficiency40% of the rating91% to programs · $1 to raise $100
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. For Impact Community Action: 91% to programs · $1 to raise $100 earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
C+Financial health25% of the rating1 mo reserves · +1% margin
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For Impact Community Action: 1 mo reserves · +1% margin earns a C+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Governance25% of the rating6 of 6 checks met
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. For Impact Community Action: 6 of 6 checks met earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Transparency10% of the rating5 of 5 disclosure signals
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For Impact Community Action: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Mission
To reduce poverty by providing hope-inspiring help and real opportunities for self-sufficiency.
What they do
Energy sustainability - the home weatherization (hwap) is a year-round program providing home energy conservation assistance including housing unit inspections; attic, wall and basement insulation; and access to energy-efficient applications to help lower home energy costs and reduce environmental pollutants. we have been instrumental in shaping and implementing the climate action plan, laying the groundwork for a more sustainable and resilient city. we have promoted two city of columbus solar co-ops, expanding access to clean and renewable energy for underserved neighborhoods. we have empowered thousands of individuals with the knowledge and tools to reduce their energy consumption and alleviate the burden of high energy costs.
Other programs - prosperity now supports individuals learning and applying basic financial principles that help manage debt more effectively, encourage saving and develop a financial strategy towards better money management. (self-sufficiency). franklin county residents have the ability to have their income taxes (federal and state) prepared without incurring exorbitant fees.
Youth - the achieve more and prosper (a.m.p.) in-and out of school programs provides mentoring for youth in many forms - including in school support, paid work experiences, career readiness and financial literacy training. boss up is an afterschool program empowering youth through various vehicles; financial literacy, health, careers,entrepreneurship and stock-investing, culminating with a shark tank-style pitch and graduation ceremony.workforce development - build up offers comprehensive job and construction skills training to income eligible adults 18 and up in franklin county, ohio, and includes a nationally recognized construction accreditation certificate. the empowered program is designed for young adults to explore careers in the clean energy sector and skilled trades. designed as an immersive and engaging training program based on up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and expectations. momentum is a three-week workforce development and training program.
Contact & location
- Address
- 711 Southwood Ave, Columbus, OH, 43207
- City
- Columbus
- State
- Ohio
- Subcategory
- Community & Neighborhood Development
- Phone
- …
- Website
- …
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $7.0M (FY2015) to $26.2M (FY2024) across 10 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $14.3MNet assets $2.5M
Operating margin
0.8%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$16.8M
Total liabilities
$14.3M
Net assets
$2.5M
Salaries & benefits
$7.4M
29% of expenses
Board members
18
18 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $26,197,653▼7.7% | $25,998,781▼12.5% | $2,459,886▲4.1% | $16,790,927▲1.6% | 990 |
| 2023 | $28,384,195▼68.6% | $29,702,496▼67.0% | $2,363,756▲4.6% | $16,529,783▼20.4% | 990 |
| 2022 | $90,390,120▲77.0% | $90,137,824▲75.5% | $2,260,366▲12.6% | $20,773,372▲15.6% | 990 |
| 2021 | $51,062,093▲122% | $51,354,415▲118% | $2,008,070▼12.7% | $17,964,278▲68.4% | 990 |
| 2020 | $22,970,141▲182% | $23,596,356▲192% | $2,300,392▼8.4% | $10,664,889▲166% | 990 |
| 2019 | $8,149,457▲2.4% | $8,086,034▲5.4% | $2,512,229▼13.9% | $4,012,956▼7.0% | 990 |
| 2018 | $7,955,015▲13.5% | $7,671,787▲11.3% | $2,916,867▲14.6% | $4,313,940▲30.3% | 990 |
| 2017 | $7,007,394▲1.1% | $6,892,715▲5.5% | $2,546,068▲4.7% | $3,311,366▲8.2% | 990 |
| 2016 | $6,928,166▼0.5% | $6,530,415▼1.3% | $2,431,389▲19.6% | $3,060,211▼4.1% | 990 |
| 2015 | $6,965,300 | $6,618,840 | $2,033,638 | $3,191,786 | 990 |
Original Form 990 PDFs (the Form column) are served by ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, as filed with the IRS. Create a free account to download the CSV report.
Leadership & compensation (FY2024)
Highest-paid: Robert Chilton — $208,201 (0.80% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robert Chilton | Chief Executive Officer | 50 | $208,201 |
| Robert Thoroughman | Chief Financial Officer | 50 | $137,822 |
| Beth A Urban | Chief Operating Officer | 50 | $136,016 |
| Ashley Blanks | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Brian Billing | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Carla Williams Scott | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Carolyn Thurman | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Craig Conley | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Damika Withers | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Henry Davis | Board Chair | 4 | — |
| Jamie Blunt | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Lisa Hollingshed | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Lusanne Green | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Marketta Thomas | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Maude Hill | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Quintessa Atchley | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Robert Dejarnette | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Robyn Judge | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Sharyn Rigsbee | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Tamica Johnson-thornton | Board Member | 4 | — |
Top vendors & contractors (FY2024)
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Hds Companies | Software | $282,170 |
| Superior Home Maintenance | Housing Repairs | $236,226 |
| Rock Gate Capital DBA 160 Driving Academ | Cdl Training | $163,230 |
| Airways Heating & Cooling | Hvac Services | $147,797 |
| Ipp Holdings | Mis Services | $135,534 |
Grants received · $2.3M total
39 grants to Impact Community Action totaling $2.3M, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings — showing the 15 most recent.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus Foundation | Social services | 2024 | $43,295 |
| New Venture Fund | Environmental programs | 2024 | $40,000 |
| Gs Donor Advised Philanthropy Fund For Wealth Management Inc | Community & human services | 2024 | $25,000 |
| Charities Aid Foundation America | Charitable donation | 2024 | $19,750 |
| Network For Good Inc | Unrestricted | 2024 | $9,500 |
| Columbus Foundation | Social services and urban affairs | 2023 | $56,770 |
| American Online Giving Foundation Inc | General support | 2023 | $54,209 |
| Gs Donor Advised Philanthropy Fund For Wealth Management Inc | Community & human services | 2023 | $25,000 |
| Highmark Health | General support | 2023 | $25,000 |
| Columbus Foundation | Social services & urban affairs | 2022 | $291,360 |
| Network For Good Inc | Unrestricted | 2022 | $111,234 |
| United States Energy Foundation | To support education and outreach to build a clean energy future. | 2022 | $100,000 |
| Gs Donor Advised Philanthropy Fund For Wealth Management Inc | Community & human services | 2022 | $25,000 |
| Charities Aid Foundation America | Charitable donation | 2022 | $21,575 |
| Columbus Foundation | Social services | 2021 | $333,724 |
Grants made · $243K in FY2015
1 grant totaling $243K in FY2015. All grants made by Impact Community Action →
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Breathing Association | Mobile medical unit | $242,665 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Impact Community Action a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Impact Community Action is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 20-5536173, based in Columbus, Ohio. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Impact Community Action's EIN?
- Impact Community Action's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 20-5536173.
- How much revenue does Impact Community Action report?
- Impact Community Action reported $26,197,653 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of Impact Community Action's spending goes to programs?
- Impact Community Action spends about 91% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does Impact Community Action have?
- CharityIndex grades Impact Community Action B+, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does Impact Community Action's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on Impact Community Action's latest Form 990 is $208,201, paid to Robert Chilton (Chief Executive Officer).
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Data for Impact Community Action (EIN 20-5536173) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.