Foundation For Social Connection - Action Network

Washington, DC · Founded 2021

Advocates for federal and state policies to combat social isolation and loneliness through research and coalition building

Primary audience
General Public
Work area
Policy Advocacy
Topic
Social Connection
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About Organization

The Foundation for Social Connection - Action Network engages diverse stakeholders to increase public awareness and advocate for policy changes that address social isolation and loneliness. Based in Washington, DC, the organization collaborates with federal Hill Champions to introduce and advance bipartisan legislation. Founded in 2021, it reported $308,000 in revenue for tax year 2024.

What They Focus On

Policy Advocacy

Advancing federal and state legislation to address social isolation through evidence-based regulatory interventions

Public Awareness

Increasing understanding of social isolation consequences and promoting solutions through stakeholder engagement

Coalition Building

Convening diverse partners across sectors to coordinate action and amplify impact on social connection

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2024)

$308K

+23.3% vs 2022

Expenses (2024)

$377K

+61.7% vs 2022

Assets (2024)

$162K

+90.1% vs 2022

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2024 $307,988 $377,133 $161,534 0
2022 $249,838 $233,185 $84,987 0
2021 $89,167 $75,833 — —

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

How They Work

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  • 01

    Research Analysis

    Review latest scientific research on social isolation and loneliness to inform policy positions

  • 02

    Policy Development

    Develop evidence-based federal and state legislative and regulatory policy interventions

  • 03

    Legislative Advocacy

    Work with Congressional officials to introduce bills and secure bipartisan support

  • 04

    Coalition Coordination

    Partner with diverse stakeholders to amplify advocacy efforts and increase public awareness

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Foundation For Social Connection - Action Network

Federal Policy Advocacy

Develops and advocates for federal legislative and regulatory interventions informed by latest research on social connection

State Policy Development

Works with state legislators to implement policy solutions addressing social isolation at local levels

Congressional Engagement

Leverages connections with Hill Champions to secure bipartisan, bicameral support for key legislation

Stakeholder Coalition Building

Engages diverse partners across sectors to amplify impact and coordinate action on social connection

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Foundation For Social Connection - Action Network.

Mary Ann Boccolini

Mary Ann Boccolini

SEcretary/TReasurer
Ray Quintero

Ray Quintero

Ray Quintero Board Member Theresa Soriano, MD, MPH Board Member
Our Team

Our Team

Our Team
Morgan Bailie Policy DIRECTOR LinkedIn Mail

Morgan Bailie Policy DIRECTOR LinkedIn Mail

Morgan Bailie Policy DIRECTOR LinkedIn Mail
Debra McCarron Senior Communications Manager LinkedIn Mail

Debra McCarron Senior Communications Manager LinkedIn Mail

Debra McCarron Senior Communications Manager LinkedIn Mail
Tyra Hill Policy analyst LinkedIn Mail

Tyra Hill Policy analyst LinkedIn Mail

Tyra Hill Policy analyst LinkedIn Mail
Our Board of

Our Board of

Our Board of Directors
Mark Meridy, PHA Board

Mark Meridy, PHA Board

Theresa Soriano, MD, MPH Board

Theresa Soriano, MD, MPH Board

CP

Carla Perissinoto

Director
OR

Orriel Richardson

Director

Milestones

2021

Organization Founded

2021

Foundation for Social Connection - Action Network established to combat social isolation through policy

2022

IRS Tax Exemption

2022

Received 501(c)(4) tax-exempt status recognition from the Internal Revenue Service

2022

Revenue Growth

2022

Expanded operations with revenue reaching $250,000 in second full year

2024

Scaled Advocacy Impact

2024

Increased advocacy capacity with revenue exceeding $308,000 for expanded policy initiatives

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AM
Andrew MacPherson Chair 3.00 hrs/week
CP
Carla Perissinoto Director 2.00 hrs/week
MA
Mary Ann Boccolini Director 1.00 hrs/week
OR
Orriel Richardson Director 1.00 hrs/week
RQ
Ray Quintero Director 3.00 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Lobbying Activity

Lobbying Disclosure Act registrations

1 Registrations
1 Client

Clients 1 total

C
Coalition To End Social Isolation And Loneliness
1 filing

Source: Senate Office of Public Records — Lobbying Disclosure Act

Contact

Get in touch with Foundation For Social Connection - Action Network

Phone

(202) 486-7269

Social

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601 Massachusetts Ave NW Ste 520 Washington, DC 20001