Association For Public Policy Analysis &

Washington, DC ยท Founded 1999

Professional association advancing excellence in public policy research, analysis, and management education

Primary audience
Policy Researchers
Work area
Professional Development
Topic
Public Policy Analysis
Contact
Tara Sheehan
Website Contact

About Organization

The Association for Public Policy Analysis & Management fosters excellence in public policy research and education through conferences, publications, and professional development programs. Based in Washington, DC, the organization operates with 8 staff members and 100 volunteers, managing $2.5 million in annual revenue since its founding in 1999.

What They Focus On

Research Excellence

Advances rigorous scholarship in public policy through peer-reviewed publications, working papers, and collaborative research networks

Professional Development

Builds capacity of policy analysts and managers through conferences, training programs, and educational resources

Knowledge Exchange

Facilitates dialogue between researchers and policymakers to strengthen evidence-based decision making and policy implementation

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2024)

$2.5M

+0.1% vs 2023

Expenses (2024)

$2.4M

-0.6% vs 2023

Assets (2024)

$3.2M

+8.8% vs 2023

Employees (2024)

8

-11.1% vs 2023

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2024 $2,451,327 $2,355,869 $3,164,999 8
2023 $2,449,112 $2,370,073 $2,908,297 9
2022 $2,856,675 $2,656,411 $2,547,568 10
2020 $1,431,068 $1,235,733 $2,080,550 7
2019 $1,891,325 $1,936,171 $1,815,928 9
2018 $1,926,654 $1,693,233 $1,634,356 7

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

How They Work

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  • 01

    Convene Researchers

    Brings together policy scholars, analysts, and practitioners through conferences and professional networks

  • 02

    Foster Research

    Supports rigorous policy research through publications, peer review, and scholarly collaboration platforms

  • 03

    Develop Education

    Advances policy analysis education through curriculum resources, teaching methods, and faculty development

  • 04

    Bridge Practice

    Connects research to policy practice through public forums, sponsorships, and stakeholder engagement

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Association For Public Policy Analysis &

Research Excellence

Promotes rigorous public policy research through journals, working papers, and scholarly collaboration among academics and practitioners

Professional Conferences

Organizes annual conferences and regional meetings connecting policy researchers, analysts, and managers for knowledge exchange

Policy Education

Advances policy analysis education through curriculum development, teaching resources, and faculty development programs

Public Engagement

Facilitates dialogue between researchers and policymakers through forums, sponsorships, and public education initiatives

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Association For Public Policy Analysis &.

Tara Sheehan

Tara Sheehan

Executive Director
Full-time
Compensation: $243,106
Ingrid Ellen

Ingrid Ellen

President-Elect
1 hrs/week
Johanna Lacoe

Johanna Lacoe

Policy Council Member
1 hrs/week
Maria Fitzpatrick

Maria Fitzpatrick

Policy Council Member
1 hrs/week
Kosali Simon

Kosali Simon

Cynthia Osborne

Cynthia Osborne

Sanya Carley

Sanya Carley

Jordan Matsudaira

Jordan Matsudaira

Erdal Tekin

Erdal Tekin

SO

Samantha Oliver Thomason

Deputy Executive Director
Full-time
Compensation: $132,152
LO

Leslie Ofori

Director Of Programs & Conferences
Full-time
Compensation: $105,711
DM

Donald Moynihan

President
1 hrs/week
KC

Kitt Carpenter

Past President
1 hrs/week
MY

Marcy Ybarra

Vice President
1 hrs/week
SM

Stephanie Moulton

Vice President
1 hrs/week
AC

Aixa Cintron-Velez

Policy Council Member
1 hrs/week
AE

Amy Ellen Schwartz

Policy Council Member
1 hrs/week
AH

Andrea Headley

Policy Council Member
1 hrs/week
DM

Diana McCallum

Policy Council Member
1 hrs/week
EH

Eric Henderson

Policy Council Member
1 hrs/week
JC

Jason Coupet

Policy Council Member
1 hrs/week
JB

Jillian Berk

Policy Council Member
1 hrs/week
JS

Jonathan Schwabish

Policy Council Member
1 hrs/week
KM

Karin Martin

Policy Council Member
1 hrs/week
LR

Lashawn Richburg Hayes

Policy Council Member
1 hrs/week
LT

Lauren Toppenberg

Policy Council Member
1 hrs/week
LB

Lindsey Bullinger

Policy Council Member
1 hrs/week
LG

Lisa Gennetian

Policy Council Member
1 hrs/week
PA

Phillip Armour

Policy Council Member
1 hrs/week
SC

Sarah Cordes

Policy Council Member
1 hrs/week
ST

Sebastian Tello-Trello

Policy Council Member
1 hrs/week
SM

Shazia Miller

Policy Council Member
1 hrs/week
TM

Tj McCarthy

Policy Council Member
1 hrs/week

Milestones

1999

APPAM Founded

1999

Organization established to advance excellence in public policy research and management

December 1999

IRS Recognition

December 1999

Received tax-exempt status as professional association dedicated to policy analysis

2022

Record Revenue

2022

Reached peak annual revenue of $2.9 million supporting expanded research programs

2024

Sustained Operations

2024

Maintained stable operations with $2.5 million revenue and 8 staff members

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

JB
Jillian Berk Secretary 1.00 hrs/week
LF
Liana Fox Treasurer 1.00 hrs/week
ML
Mark Long Chair Of The Institutional Reps 1.00 hrs/week
Amy Ellen Schwartz
Amy Ellen Schwartz
Sarah Cordes
Sarah Cordes
Lashawn Richburg Hayes
Lashawn Richburg Hayes
TJ McCarthy
TJ McCarthy
Antonia Vazquez
Antonia Vazquez
Lindsey Rose Bullinger
Lindsey Rose Bullinger
Karin D. Martin
Karin D. Martin
Jonathan Schwabish
Jonathan Schwabish
Philip Armour
Philip Armour
Victoria Wyant
Victoria Wyant
Tatiana Homonoff
Tatiana Homonoff
Sebawit Bishu
Sebawit Bishu
Tara Watson
Tara Watson
Lily Hsueh
Lily Hsueh
Brian McCabe
Brian McCabe
Korin Davis
Korin Davis
Andrea Hetling
Andrea Hetling

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2024)

$578K

Highest Paid

$308K

Tara Sheehan

Compensated Officers

3

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Tara Sheehan Executive Director $243,106 $65,273 $308,379 40
Samantha Oliver Thomason Deputy Executive Director $132,152 $16,917 $149,069 40
Leslie Ofori Director Of Programs & Conferences $105,711 $15,164 $120,875 40

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

Partners & Funders

Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings

$8K Grants Received
1 Organizations

Top Funders

1 total
AE
Ascendium Education Solutions Inc
$8K

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

Contact

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Phone

(202) 496-0130

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1100 Vermont Avenue NW 650 Washington, DC 20005