Evidence-Based Research
Conducting and synthesizing scientific research on social connection to inform effective interventions and policy
Advances social connection nationwide through evidence-based strategies for collective wellbeing
About Organization
The Foundation for Social Connection works to strengthen community bonds and reduce social isolation through research-backed interventions and evaluation tools. Based in Washington, DC and founded in 2020, the organization generated $1.6 million in revenue in 2024, more than doubling its 2022 revenue of $690,606.
Evidence-Based Research
Conducting and synthesizing scientific research on social connection to inform effective interventions and policy
Measurement and Evaluation
Building assessment tools and frameworks that help organizations measure and improve social connection outcomes
Nationwide Advocacy
Promoting social connection as a public health priority through partnerships, education, and strategic grantmaking
Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.
Revenue (2024)
$1.6M
+125% vs 2022
Expenses (2024)
$1.3M
+116.5% vs 2022
Assets (2024)
$1.9M
+418.7% vs 2022
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,553,889 | $1,310,371 | $1,856,222 | 0 |
| 2022 | $690,606 | $605,357 | $357,880 | 0 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.
Gather and analyze scientific evidence on social connection and its impact on wellbeing
Create practical, evidence-based frameworks and tools for building social connection at scale
Support organizations and communities in implementing social connection strategies through grants and guidance
Evaluate outcomes using custom assessment tools to refine approaches and demonstrate effectiveness
Services and programs offered by Foundation For Social Connection
Develops evidence-based strategies and frameworks to understand and measure social connection in communities
Creates assessment instruments and measurement systems to evaluate social connection initiatives and their impact
Promotes policies and practices that prioritize social connection as essential to collective health and wellbeing
Shares research findings and best practices to support organizations working to strengthen social ties
Meet the people behind Foundation For Social Connection.
2020
2020
Foundation for Social Connection founded in Washington, DC to address social isolation
2021
2021
Received IRS 501(c)(3) recognition in September, enabling charitable operations
2022
2022
Began grantmaking and strategy development work with $690,606 in first-year revenue
2024
2024
Expanded operations significantly, more than doubling revenue to $1.55 million
Board members, advisors, and key contributors
Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.
Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990 (2024)
Total Reported (2024)
$6K
Highest Paid
$6K
Julianne Holt-Lunstad
Compensated Officers
1
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Julianne Holt-Lunstad | Director | $6,223 | — | $6,223 | 4 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.
People from this organization who contributed to political campaigns
Data from Federal Election Commission • Individual contributions only
Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings
Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.
Government awards and grants from USAspending.gov
| Agency | Award ID | Type | Period | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NEA | 1937283-38-25 | PROJECT GRANT (B) | 2025-2027 | $85,000 |
Source: USAspending.gov. Amounts represent total federal obligations.
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