America's Essential Hospitals

Washington, DC ยท Founded 1980

National association championing hospitals and health systems dedicated to care for vulnerable populations

Primary audience
Healthcare Systems
Work area
Advocacy and Support
Topic
Healthcare Access
Contact
Bruce Siegel
Website Contact

About Organization

America's Essential Hospitals advances the work of hospitals and health systems committed to ensuring access to care and optimal health for America's most vulnerable people. Based in Washington, DC, the organization has operated since 1980 with $16.4 million in annual revenue and 50 employees.

What They Focus On

Healthcare Access

Ensuring all individuals have access to high-quality care regardless of social or economic circumstance

Health Equity

Advancing optimal health outcomes for vulnerable populations and eliminating healthcare disparities nationwide

Hospital Advocacy

Supporting hospitals and health systems committed to serving America's most vulnerable communities

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2024)

$16.4M

+5.1% vs 2023

Expenses (2024)

$14.6M

+6.7% vs 2023

Assets (2024)

$50.1M

+10.6% vs 2023

Employees (2024)

50

-16.7% vs 2023

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2024 $16,358,902 $14,594,155 $50,098,962 50
2023 $15,561,405 $13,675,782 $45,297,666 60
2022 $15,077,804 $13,919,096 $43,074,685 53
2021 $14,169,058 $12,430,672 $37,184,506 50
2020 $13,002,163 $12,015,671 $32,773,779 49
2019 $13,621,673 $12,811,841 $30,250,502 57
2018 $12,813,629 $12,256,192 $27,413,901 53

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

How They Work

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  • 01

    Research and Insight

    Conducts research on healthcare challenges facing hospitals serving vulnerable populations nationwide

  • 02

    Policy Development

    Develops evidence-based policy recommendations to advance access and quality of care

  • 03

    Advocacy and Engagement

    Advocates with policymakers and stakeholders to support essential hospitals and their communities

  • 04

    Member Collaboration

    Convenes hospital leaders to share best practices and advance excellence in care delivery

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by America's Essential Hospitals

Policy Advocacy

Advocates for policies supporting hospitals serving vulnerable populations and advancing healthcare access for underserved communities

Member Support Services

Provides resources, research, and programmatic support to member hospitals and health systems nationwide

Research and Analysis

Conducts research on healthcare delivery, quality improvement, and health equity for essential hospitals

Convening and Education

Hosts annual meetings, conferences, and educational events connecting hospital leaders and advancing best practices

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind America's Essential Hospitals.

Beth Feldpush

Beth Feldpush

Senior Vice President of Advocacy and Policy
Full-time
Compensation: $761,269
Rhonda Gold

Rhonda Gold

Chief Financial Officer
25 hrs/week
Compensation: $656,254
James Roberts

James Roberts

Senior Director of Information Technology
26 hrs/week
Compensation: $233,974
Jason Pray

Jason Pray

Vice President of Legislative Affairs
Full-time
Compensation: $448,840
Jennifer DeCubellis

Jennifer DeCubellis

President and CEO
Kalpana Ramiah

Kalpana Ramiah

Vice President of Innovation and Director of Essential Hospitals Institute
Jen Church

Jen Church

Senior Director of Human Resources
Tanya Alteras

Tanya Alteras

Director of Research and Innovation
Ashli Billington

Ashli Billington

Director of Meetings and Events
Isabelle Kaunan

Isabelle Kaunan

Director of Finance
Amit Kumar

Amit Kumar

Director of Marketing & Corporate Development
Robert Nelb

Robert Nelb

Director of Policy
James Swann

James Swann

Director of Communications
Josh Borden

Josh Borden

Manager of Membership and Governance
Julia Cecil

Julia Cecil

Junior Legislative Affairs Manager
Jamie Cetrone

Jamie Cetrone

Digital Communications Manager
Vashon Coehins

Vashon Coehins

Senior Manager of Education
Kara DiCarlo

Kara DiCarlo

Executive Administor
Najee Ellerbe

Najee Ellerbe

Senior Marketing Associate
Megan Fillebrown

Megan Fillebrown

Senior Meeting and Events Associate
Amanda Jepson

Amanda Jepson

Senior Program Associate
Daniel Jones

Daniel Jones

Legislative Affairs Manager
Kate Kelly

Kate Kelly

Junior Policy Data Analyst
Julie Kozminski

Julie Kozminski

Policy Manager
Hannah Kpamegan

Hannah Kpamegan

Manager of Sponsored Projects
Allison Lee

Allison Lee

Legislative Affairs Manager
Andrea Lugo

Andrea Lugo

Senior Communications Associate
Rena Miu

Rena Miu

Policy Data Analyst
Amaodo Oguagha

Amaodo Oguagha

Program Analyst
Esther Owusu

Esther Owusu

Manager of Accounting
Rodrigo Quinteros

Rodrigo Quinteros

Senior Accountant
Norman Robinson

Norman Robinson

IT Specialist
Robin Satre

Robin Satre

Senior Office and HR Coordinator
Molly Schantz

Molly Schantz

Meetings and Events Associate
Emily Schweich

Emily Schweich

Manager of Communications
Evan Schweikert

Evan Schweikert

Policy Analyst
Gina Scibetta

Gina Scibetta

Senior Membership Associate
Andrea Wright

Andrea Wright

Senior Institute Coordinator
BS

Bruce Siegel

President And CEO
34 hrs/week
Compensation: $2,124,081
CG

Carl Graziano

Sr. Director Of Communications
Full-time
Compensation: $280,854
JC

Jennifer Church

Sr. Director Of Hr
26 hrs/week
Compensation: $215,899
MK

Marlene Kaunan

Director Of Finance
26 hrs/week
Compensation: $168,056
AW

Albert Wright

At-Large Director
1 hrs/week
CP

Cam Patterson

At-Large Director
1 hrs/week
CL

Chad Lefteris

At-Large Director
1 hrs/week
CK

Chester Kunnappilly

At-Large Director
1 hrs/week
DJ

Danny Jacobs

At-Large Director
1 hrs/week
DJ

Dixie James

At-Large Director
1 hrs/week
DL

Donna Lynne

At-Large Director
1 hrs/week
MO

Mark O'Halla

At-Large Director (Eff. 7/1/24)
1 hrs/week
SS

Shane Strum

At-Large Director
1 hrs/week
SM

Sheldon McLeod

At-Large Director
1 hrs/week
SD

Stephanie Daubert

At-Large Director (Eff. 10/7/24)
1 hrs/week
SA

Steve Arner

At-Large Director
1 hrs/week
TQ

Thomas Quatroche

At-Large Director
1 hrs/week
AM

Ashley McMaster

Vice President of Membership and Development
Full-time
Compensation: $388,880
BB

Brianna Battle

Legislative Affairs Manager
Full-time
Compensation: $165,952
AJ

Anita Jenkins - At-Lg Dir Thru

10/6/24) Then Treas (Thru 9/13/24)
1 hrs/week
KK

Katrina Keefer - At-Large

Dir. Then Treas. (Eff. 10/7/24)
1 hrs/week

Milestones

1980

Organization Founded

1980

Established to support hospitals caring for vulnerable and underserved populations

1982

Tax-Exempt Status Granted

1982

Received IRS recognition as tax-exempt organization advancing healthcare access

2020

Pandemic Response Leadership

2020

Guided member hospitals through COVID-19 crisis serving hardest-hit communities

2024

Revenue Growth Milestone

2024

Reached $16.4 million in annual revenue supporting expanded member services

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

CS
Charlie Shields Chair Then Past Chair (Eff. 7/1/24) 1.00 hrs/week
ED
Eric Dickson Past-Chair (Thru 6/30/24) 1.00 hrs/week
JC
Jacob Cintron Chair-Elect Then Chair (Eff. 7/1/24) 1.00 hrs/week
JD
Jennifer Decubellis Treas Then Chair-Elect (Eff. 7/1/24) 1.00 hrs/week
JW
Joseph Webb Secretary 1.00 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2024)

$6.0M

Highest Paid

$2.2M

Bruce Siegel

Compensated Officers

10

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Bruce Siegel President And CEO $2,124,081 $69,776 $2,193,857 34
Beth Feldpush SVP, Advocacy And Policy $761,269 $79,178 $840,447 35
Rhonda Gold CFO $656,254 $80,592 $736,846 25
Jason Pray VP, Legislative Affairs $448,840 $61,170 $510,010 35
Ashley Mcmaster VP, Membership & Development $388,880 $67,017 $455,897 35
Carl Graziano SR. Director Of Communications $280,854 $68,048 $348,902 35
James Roberts SR. Director Of IT $233,974 $63,089 $297,063 26
Jennifer Church SR. Director Of HR $215,899 $34,237 $250,136 26
Marlene Kaunan Director Of Finance $168,056 $49,065 $217,121 26
Brianna Battle Legislative Affairs Manager $165,952 $21,163 $187,115 35

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

Partners & Funders

Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings

$53K Grants Given
3 Organizations

Top Grantees

3 total
CA
California Association Of Public Hospitals OAKLAND, CA
$25K
DA
David A Winston Health Policy Fellowship ARLINGTON, VA
$15K
NC
National Center For Healthcare Leadership CHICAGO, IL
$13K
California Association Of Public Hospitals David A Winston Health Policy Fellowship National Center For Healthcare Leadership
California Association Of Public Hospitals David A Winston Health Policy Fellowship National Center For Healthcare Leadership

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
Essential Hospitals Institute
Washington, DC
Conduct Educational & Other Research On Issues Of Importance To Aeh
501(c) 501(C)(3)
America's Essential Hospitals Political Action Committee
Washington, DC
Political Initiatives
501(c) 527

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

Contact

Get in touch with America's Essential Hospitals

Email

[email protected]

Phone

(202) 585-0100

Social

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401 Ninth Street NW 900 Washington, DC 20004