Acog Foundation

Washington, DC · Founded 1953

Advances women's health through professional education, clinical guidelines, and advocacy for obstetricians and gynecologists

Primary audience
Healthcare Professionals
Work area
Professional Development
Topic
Women's Health
Contact
Amy Phillips
Website Contact

About Organization

The ACOG Foundation supports the professional development of obstetricians and gynecologists through research grants, educational programs, and quality improvement initiatives. Based in Washington, DC, the organization reported $13.2 million in revenue in 2024, supporting programs that strengthen women's healthcare delivery nationwide.

What They Focus On

Medical Education

Provides continuing education, clinical guidelines, and professional development for obstetricians and gynecologists nationwide

Health Equity

Advances equity, human rights, and economic empowerment in women's healthcare through research and advocacy

Quality Improvement

Develops and implements programs to enhance clinical outcomes and healthcare delivery standards for women

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2024)

$13.2M

+0% vs 2024

Assets (2024)

$138.1M

+0% vs 2024

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2024 — — — —
2024 $13,246,929 $10,939,835 $138,074,359 0
2023 — — — —
2023 $10,826,810 $7,968,632 $127,107,987 0
2022 — — — —
2022 $9,574,494 $5,258,657 $127,428,724 0
2020 — — — —
2020 $4,640,041 $8,099,478 $128,825,789 0
2019 $5,023,643 $7,677,360 $126,366,415 0
2018 $11,753,003 $4,068,401 $119,437,894 0

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Research & Guidelines

    Develop evidence-based clinical practice guidelines and educational materials for healthcare providers

  • 02

    Professional Support

    Provide grants, scholarships, and career development resources to obstetrician-gynecologists nationwide

  • 03

    Quality Programs

    Implement quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and clinical outcomes

  • 04

    Policy Advocacy

    Advocate for healthcare policies that advance women's health and provider interests

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Acog Foundation

Professional Education

Develops clinical practice guidelines and educational materials for obstetrician-gynecologists to improve patient care standards

Research Grants

Funds medical research through the Cefalo Scholarship and other grant programs advancing women's health

Quality Improvement

Implements programs and initiatives to enhance clinical outcomes and healthcare delivery for women

Advocacy & Policy

Advocates for members and patients on healthcare policy, equity, and human rights issues

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Acog Foundation.

AP

Amy Phillips

Sr. Director Meetings & Exhibits
10 hrs/week
AC

Annamarie Connolly

Chief Of Education And Academics Affairs
10 hrs/week
AL

Anne Louise Banfield MD

Designated Director
BK

Bridget Keller MD

Designated Director (As Of 08/24)
CA

Christie Allen

Vice President Quality Improvement & Programs
10 hrs/week
CZ

Christopher Zahn

Chief Clinical Practice (Thru 08/24)
10 hrs/week
DJ

David Johnson

Chief Membership And Engagement Officer
10 hrs/week
DH

Dawn Holdren

Chief Of Staff
10 hrs/week
DN

Denielle Nall

Vice President Marketing & Communications
10 hrs/week
JW

Jennifer Walsh

Chief Operating Officer
10 hrs/week
KD

Kendra Davis

Sr. Director Philanthropy
10 hrs/week
LS

Lisa Satterfield

Sr. Director Health And Payment Policy
10 hrs/week
MG

Mark Graves

Sr. Director It Infrastructure & Support
10 hrs/week
MW

Mark Wilson

Chief Technology Officer
10 hrs/week
MM

Molly Meegan

Chief Legal Officer
10 hrs/week
NO

Nancy O'Reilly

Vice President Clinical Guidance & Programs
10 hrs/week
RB

Robert Batarla

Chief Financial Officer
10 hrs/week
RB

Rob Batarla

CFO
CH

Charles Hairston

Sr. Manager Software Development
10 hrs/week
DW

David Wesley Doty MD

Treasury
IA

Iffath Abbasi Hoskins MD

Ex Officio (Thru 05/24)
VJ

Verda Josephine Hicks MD

Ex Officio (As Of 05/24)
SE

Sandra E Brooks MD

Board Member/ EVP & CEO (Thru 12/24)

Milestones

1953

Foundation Established

1953

ACOG Foundation received IRS tax-exempt status to support women's health education

2018

Record Funding Year

2018

Revenue reached $11.8 million, reflecting major expansion in grant programs

2022

Growth Acceleration

2022

Revenue began sustained upward trajectory supporting expanded educational initiatives

2024

Asset Milestone

2024

Total assets reached $138 million with revenue of $13.2 million

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

RH
Robert H Palmer Jr MD Secretary
SE
Sandra E Brooks MD Board Member/ EVP & CEO (Thru 12/24) 10.0 hrs/week
TC
Tamika C Auguste MD Chair

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2024)

$1.1M

Highest Paid

$107K

Jennifer Walsh

Compensated Officers

15

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Jennifer Walsh Chief Operating Officer $0 $107,074 $107,074 10
Molly Meegan Chief Legal Officer $0 $96,985 $96,985 10
Mark Wilson Chief Technology Officer $0 $86,076 $86,076 10
Annamarie Connolly Chief Of Education And Academics Affairs $0 $85,923 $85,923 10
Robert Batarla Chief Financial Officer $0 $85,895 $85,895 10
Sandra E Brooks MD Board Member/ EVP & CEO (Thru 12/24) $0 $82,437 $82,437 10
Christopher Zahn Chief Clinical Practice (Thru 08/24) $0 $76,676 $76,676 10
Denielle Nall Vice President Marketing & Communications $0 $75,332 $75,332 10
Mark Graves SR. Director IT Infrastructure & Support $0 $70,275 $70,275 10
Christie Allen Vice President Quality Improvement & Programs $0 $64,541 $64,541 10
Dawn Holdren Chief Of Staff $0 $62,837 $62,837 10
Nancy O'Reilly Vice President Clinical Guidance & Programs $0 $58,227 $58,227 10
Kendra Davis SR. Director Philanthropy $0 $47,946 $47,946 10
David Johnson Chief Membership And Engagement Officer $0 $43,531 $43,531 10
Amy Phillips SR. Director Meetings & Exhibits $0 $41,631 $41,631 10

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

Partners & Funders

Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings

$43K Grants Received
3 Organizations

Top Funders

3 total
FI
Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund
$25K
TF
Tides Foundation
$10K
CF
Community Foundation Of North Texas (Tax
$8K
Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund Tides Foundation Community Foundation Of North Texas (Tax
Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund Tides Foundation Community Foundation Of North Texas (Tax

Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.

Related Organizations

2 affiliated entities reported on IRS Form 990 Schedule R

2

Tax-Exempt Affiliates

2
Acog Landholding Corporation
Washington, DC
See Part Vii
501(c) 501(C)(2)
American College Of Obstetricians
Washington, DC
See Part Vii
501(c) 501(C)(6)

Source: IRS Form 990, Schedule R (Related Organizations and Unrelated Partnerships)

Federal Funding

Government awards and grants from USAspending.gov

$12.7M Total Obligated
$12.7M Total Amount
2 Awards
1 Agency

Awards

Agency Award ID Type Period Amount
HHS UH029440 PROJECT GRANT (B) 2016-2026 $7,832,663
HHS NU38OT000287 COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT (B) 2018-2022 $4,868,205

Source: USAspending.gov. Amounts represent total federal obligations.

Contact

Get in touch with Acog Foundation

Phone

(202) 638-5577
Visit Website
409 12th Street SW Washington, DC 200242188