Senior Housing
Residential communities offering tiered living options from independent apartments to skilled nursing facilities for older adults
Operates retirement communities offering independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care for seniors in a faith-inspired environment
About Organization
Acts Retirement-Life Communities serves adults aged 62 and older across multiple senior living facilities, providing comprehensive retirement services from independent living to skilled nursing care. Based in Fort Washington, PA, the organization operates with 8,245 employees and 2,209 volunteers, generating $619.3 million in annual revenue. Founded in 1971, Acts delivers services in a Christian atmosphere while welcoming residents of all faiths.
Senior Housing
Residential communities offering tiered living options from independent apartments to skilled nursing facilities for older adults
Holistic Wellbeing
Integrated approach addressing physical health, social connection, personal dignity, and spiritual needs of retirement community residents
Faith-Based Care
Christian values of loving-kindness and respect guide all services while welcoming seniors of any faith background
Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.
Revenue (2024)
$619.3M
+7.3% vs 2023
Expenses (2024)
$609.6M
+7.9% vs 2023
Assets (2024)
$2.1B
+2.9% vs 2023
Employees (2024)
8,245
+2.9% vs 2023
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $619,296,438 | $609,641,314 | $2,141,298,267 | 8,245 |
| 2023 | $577,247,326 | $565,144,480 | $2,080,445,740 | 8,010 |
| 2022 | $486,125,080 | $494,494,051 | $1,949,918,556 | 6,840 |
| 2020 | $470,035,236 | $460,132,363 | $1,756,818,776 | 7,248 |
| 2019 | $446,249,117 | $435,505,208 | $1,660,938,549 | 7,533 |
| 2018 | $422,023,359 | $408,904,163 | $1,600,237,755 | 7,371 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.
Evaluate individual senior needs across physical health, social connection, and personal care requirements
Match residents to appropriate living level from independent to assisted to skilled nursing care
Provide daily services through trained staff addressing health, social, and spiritual needs with dignity
Monitor resident wellbeing and adjust care levels as needs change over time
Services and programs offered by Acts Retirement-Life Communities Inc
Residential communities for active seniors seeking maintenance-free living with access to amenities and social activities
Supportive care services for seniors who need help with daily activities while maintaining independence
24-hour medical care and rehabilitation services for seniors requiring ongoing health support and monitoring
Additional programs addressing social, personal, health, and spiritual needs of retirement community residents
Meet the people behind Acts Retirement-Life Communities Inc.
1971
1971
Acts Retirement-Life Communities established to serve seniors in faith-based retirement communities
1972
1972
Received IRS recognition as 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization for senior services
2020
2020
Adapted operations to protect 7,248 employees and residents during COVID-19 health crisis
2024
2024
Reached $619 million in revenue serving seniors across expanded retirement community network
Board members, advisors, and key contributors
Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.
Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990
Total Reported (2024)
$2.3M
Highest Paid
$923K
Gerald T Grant
Compensated Officers
15
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gerald T Grant | CEO & Director | $0 | $922,751 | $922,751 | 32 |
| Glenn D Fox | EXEC VP, General Counsel, ASST. SEC'Y | $0 | $493,396 | $493,396 | 28 |
| Karen I Christiansen | President, ASST Treasurer, Director | $0 | $276,649 | $276,649 | 32 |
| Jonathan D Grant | EXEC VP, COO | $0 | $144,921 | $144,921 | 31 |
| James H Petty | EVP, Chief Strategy Officer | $0 | $144,497 | $144,497 | 30 |
| Susan Ahern | SVP, CFO, Treasurer (Aadc) | $0 | $33,889 | $33,889 | 38 |
| George R Bryan | VP Of Operations, Southeast | $0 | $32,862 | $32,862 | 30 |
| Paul M Reinbold | VP, Chief Medical Director | $0 | $32,389 | $32,389 | 30 |
| Craig Thompson | SVP, Chief Property & Sustainability Officer | $0 | $29,946 | $29,946 | 30 |
| Peter J Kress | SVP, CIO | $0 | $29,917 | $29,917 | 30 |
| Teruko A White | VP Of Operations, Northeast | $0 | $29,681 | $29,681 | 30 |
| Jefferson Kaighn | EXEC VP, CAO (Thru 11/24) | $0 | $26,602 | $26,602 | 30 |
| Jeremy O Neely | SVP, Community Operations Officer | $0 | $26,333 | $26,333 | 30 |
| Holly S Schade | SVP, Chief Clinical Officer | $0 | $25,569 | $25,569 | 20 |
| Joya Marotta | Executive Director | $0 | $24,633 | $24,633 | 40 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gerald T Grant | CEO | $0 | $886,658 | $886,658 | 30 |
| Glenn D Fox | EXEC VP, Legal, ASST. Secretary | $0 | $514,121 | $514,121 | 27 |
| Jefferson D Kaighn | EXEC VP, CAO | $0 | $330,912 | $330,912 | 30 |
| Debra Rucker | Registered Nurse | $292,776 | $5,916 | $298,692 | 40 |
| Karen I Christiansen | President & Assistant Treasurer | $0 | $251,459 | $251,459 | 30 |
| Ann Buddington | Licensed Practical Nurse | $205,012 | $26,432 | $231,444 | 40 |
| Ann Anderson | Registered Nurse | $214,714 | $15,978 | $230,692 | 40 |
| Jonathan D Grant | EXEC VP, COO | $0 | $36,372 | $36,372 | 30 |
| Joya Marotta | Executive Director | $0 | $33,093 | $33,093 | 40 |
| James H Petty | EVP, Chief Strategy Officer | $0 | $31,823 | $31,823 | 30 |
| Paul M Reinbold MD Cmd | VP & Chief Medical Director | $0 | $31,784 | $31,784 | 30 |
| Jeremy O Neely | SVP, Community Operations | $0 | $31,755 | $31,755 | 30 |
| Susan Ahern | SVP, CFO | $0 | $31,720 | $31,720 | 30 |
| George R Bryan | VP Of Operations, Southeast | $0 | $30,221 | $30,221 | 30 |
| Peter J Kress | SVP, CIO | $0 | $28,125 | $28,125 | 30 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gerald T Grant | CEO | $0 | $541,934 | $541,934 | 31 |
| Glenn D Fox | EXEC VP, Legal, ASST. Secretary | $0 | $360,930 | $360,930 | 21 |
| Ann Buddington | Licensed Practical Nurse | $216,133 | $26,442 | $242,575 | 40 |
| Debra Rucker | Registered Nurse | $225,396 | $4,573 | $229,969 | 40 |
| Jefferson D Kaighn | EXEC VP/CAO | $0 | $213,551 | $213,551 | 30 |
| Karen I Christiansen | President & Assistant Treasurer | $0 | $212,745 | $212,745 | 32 |
| James H Petty | SVP, Strategy & Mission DEV. | $0 | $30,444 | $30,444 | 30 |
| Paul M Reinbold MD Cmd | VP & Chief Medical Director | $0 | $30,438 | $30,438 | 30 |
| Susan Ahern | SVP, CFO | $0 | $30,336 | $30,336 | 31 |
| Stephen V Eggles | VP Of Operations, Midsouth | $0 | $29,903 | $29,903 | 30 |
| George R Bryan | VP Of Operations, Southeast | $0 | $29,858 | $29,858 | 30 |
| Kenneth J Karmeris | SVP, Real Estate & Devel. SVCS. | $0 | $26,847 | $26,847 | 25 |
| Peter J Kress | SVP & CIO | $0 | $26,815 | $26,815 | 30 |
| Gary J N Ginter | SVP, Procurement & Contract MGMT. | $0 | $26,771 | $26,771 | 33 |
| Peggy C Valdivia | VP & Controller | $0 | $26,391 | $26,391 | 30.5 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gerald T Grant | CEO | $0 | $424,909 | $424,909 | 30 |
| Charles W Coxson III | EXEC VP/COO | $0 | $346,093 | $346,093 | 30 |
| Jefferson D Kaighn | EXEC VP/CAO | $0 | $193,712 | $193,712 | 30 |
| Karen I Christiansen | President & Assistant Treasurer | $0 | $182,425 | $182,425 | 30 |
| James H Petty | SVP, Startegy & Business Development | $0 | $29,162 | $29,162 | 30 |
| Peter J Kress | VP/CIO | $0 | $29,106 | $29,106 | 30 |
| Stephen V Eggles | VP, Midsouth Region | $0 | $28,809 | $28,809 | 30 |
| Susan Ahern | Vice President & Controller | $0 | $27,711 | $27,711 | 30 |
| Glenn D Fox | EXEC VP, Legal, Assistant Secretary | $0 | $25,784 | $25,784 | 22 |
| Richard A Winter | SVP, CFO | $0 | $25,647 | $25,647 | 30 |
| Kenneth J Karmeris | SVP, Real Estate Services | $0 | $25,638 | $25,638 | 25 |
| George R Bryan | VP, Southeast Region | $0 | $24,912 | $24,912 | 30 |
| Gary J N Ginter | VP Procurement & Contract MGMT | $0 | $24,847 | $24,847 | 35 |
| Jeremy O Neely | VP, Northeast Region | $0 | $22,282 | $22,282 | 30 |
| Steven W Messer | Campus Executive Director | $0 | $22,263 | $22,263 | 40 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gerald T Grant | President/CEO | $0 | $357,018 | $357,018 | 30 |
| Charles W Coxson III | EXEC VP/COO | $0 | $306,431 | $306,431 | 30 |
| Jefferson D Kaighn | EXEC VP/CAO | $0 | $176,314 | $176,314 | 30 |
| Karen I Christiansen | EXEC VP/CFO/ASST Treasurer | $0 | $176,296 | $176,296 | 30 |
| James H Petty | SVP, Business Development | $0 | $28,365 | $28,365 | 30 |
| Peter J Kress | VP/CIO | $0 | $28,365 | $28,365 | 30 |
| Stephen V Eggles | VP, Midsouth Region | $0 | $27,054 | $27,054 | 30 |
| Claire E Halton | VP Human Resources | $0 | $25,954 | $25,954 | 30 |
| Glenn D Fox | SVP, General Counsel, ASST. SEC'Y | $0 | $25,152 | $25,152 | 22 |
| Kenneth J Karmeris | SVP, Real Estate Services | $0 | $23,835 | $23,835 | 25 |
| Holly S Schade | SVP, Health & Home Services | $0 | $23,457 | $23,457 | 5 |
| Gary J N Ginter | VP Procurement & Contract | $0 | $23,400 | $23,400 | 35 |
| George R Bryan | VP, Southeast Region | $0 | $22,696 | $22,696 | 30 |
| Susan Ahern | VP & Controller | $0 | $22,412 | $22,412 | 30 |
| R Bruce Berlin | Campus Executive Director | $0 | $21,443 | $21,443 | 40 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.
Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings
Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.
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