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← AMERICAN PLANNING ASSOCIATION

Form 990 for tax year 2024

Filed by AMERICAN PLANNING ASSOCIATION.

Totals

Total revenue
$19,898,169
Total expenses
$20,990,422
Contributions and grants received
$1,020,086
Grants paid
$449,797
Program service revenue
$14,663,313
Investment income
$1,124,343
Other revenue
$3,090,427
Total assets, end of year
$34,975,568
Total liabilities, end of year
$16,353,406
Net assets or fund balances, end of year
$18,622,162
Program services expenses (Part IX)
$13,342,844
Management and general expenses
$7,237,597
Fundraising expenses
$409,981
Program service expenses (Part III)
$13,342,844

Program services were 63.6% of total expenses calculated — Part IX's program-services column over total expenses, both as filed.

Line items

Every line the filer filed in Parts VIII, IX and X, as filed and in filed order. Blank columns are left out, and the lines are not forced to add up to the totals above.

Revenue

Part VIII, the statement of revenue.

  • 1e · Government grants (contributions)

    $139,966

  • 1f · All other contributions, gifts and grants

    $880,120

  • 2a · Program service revenue: Membership Dues

    total $11,477,828 · related or exempt $11,477,828

  • 2b · Program service revenue: Conf., Wrkshps., Sympo

    total $3,185,485 · related or exempt $3,185,485

  • 3 · Investment income

    total $754,974 · excluded $754,974

  • 5 · Royalties

    total $160,000 · excluded $160,000

  • 7a · Gross sales of assets other than inventory

    securities $11,235,160

  • 7b · Less cost or other basis and sales expenses

    securities $10,822,254 · other assets $43,537

  • 7c · Gain or loss

    securities $412,906 · other assets -$43,537

  • 7d · Net gain or loss

    total $369,369 · excluded $369,369

  • 10a · Gross sales of inventory

    $2,260,624

  • 10b · Cost of goods sold

    $0

  • 10c · Net income from sales of inventory

    total $2,260,624 · related or exempt $2,260,624

  • 11a · Other revenue: Career Listing Service

    total $535,640 · unrelated business $535,640

  • 11b · Other revenue: Advertising Income

    total $134,163 · unrelated business $135,263 · excluded -$1,100

  • 11e · Other revenue, total

    $669,803

Functional expenses

Part IX, the statement of functional expenses.

  • 1 · Grants to domestic organizations and governments

    total $313,918 · program services $313,918

  • 2 · Grants to domestic individuals

    total $135,879 · program services $135,879

  • 5 · Compensation of officers, directors and key employees

    total $2,079,219 · program services $1,192,042 · management and general $866,180 · fundraising $20,997

  • 7 · Other salaries and wages

    total $4,920,651 · program services $3,204,228 · management and general $1,671,464 · fundraising $44,959

  • 8 · Pension plan contributions

    total $448,119 · program services $194,279 · management and general $249,851 · fundraising $3,989

  • 9 · Other employee benefits

    total $2,379,246 · program services $1,479,596 · management and general $880,979 · fundraising $18,671

  • 10 · Payroll taxes

    total $564,894 · program services $371,249 · management and general $188,732 · fundraising $4,913

  • 11b · Fees: legal

    total $246,177 · program services $43,043 · management and general $203,134

  • 11c · Fees: accounting

    total $73,796 · management and general $73,796

  • 11d · Fees: lobbying

    total $189,585 · management and general $189,585

  • 11e · Fees: professional fundraising services

    total $51,429 · fundraising $51,429

  • 11f · Fees: investment management

    total $263,036 · management and general $263,036

  • 11g · Fees: other

    total $3,166,228 · program services $2,906,426 · management and general $250,397 · fundraising $9,405

  • 12 · Advertising and promotion

    total $206,878 · program services $204,528 · management and general $1,400 · fundraising $950

  • 13 · Office expenses

    total $255,112 · program services $139,892 · management and general $115,220

  • 14 · Information technology

    total $965,441 · program services $265,525 · management and general $699,916

  • 16 · Occupancy

    total $940,605 · program services $179,094 · management and general $761,511

  • 17 · Travel

    total $691,851 · program services $357,589 · management and general $332,252 · fundraising $2,010

  • 19 · Conferences, conventions and meetings

    total $2,072,722 · program services $1,824,005 · management and general $1,759 · fundraising $246,958

  • 22 · Depreciation, depletion and amortization

    total $447,671 · program services $317,288 · management and general $124,683 · fundraising $5,700

  • 23 · Insurance

    total $128,554 · management and general $128,554

  • 24a · Other expenses: Recruitment and Process

    total $258,833 · program services $124,900 · management and general $133,933

  • 24b · Other expenses: Communications

    total $72,244 · program services $7,156 · management and general $65,088

  • 24c · Other expenses: UBI Tax Expense

    total $68,699 · program services $68,699

  • 24d · Other expenses: Office Equipment & Main

    total $39,558 · program services $7,022 · management and general $32,536

  • 24e · All other expenses

    total $10,077 · program services $6,486 · management and general $3,591

Balance sheet

Part X, book values.

  • 1 · Cash, non-interest-bearing

    beginning of year $3,275,808 · end of year $3,006,776

  • 2 · Savings and temporary cash investments

    beginning of year $107,390 · end of year $108,878

  • 4 · Accounts receivable

    beginning of year $134,969 · end of year $134,174

  • 9 · Prepaid expenses and deferred charges

    beginning of year $767,004 · end of year $455,872

  • 10a · Land, buildings and equipment: cost or other basis

    $9,028,834

  • 10b · Land, buildings and equipment: accumulated depreciation

    $3,719,339

  • 10c · Land, buildings and equipment, net

    beginning of year $501,295 · end of year $5,309,495

  • 11 · Investments: publicly traded securities

    beginning of year $22,019,613 · end of year $19,601,140

  • 15 · Other assets

    beginning of year $152,016 · end of year $6,359,233

  • 17 · Accounts payable and accrued expenses

    beginning of year $2,202,549 · end of year $3,199,335

  • 19 · Deferred revenue

    beginning of year $5,486,311 · end of year $6,387,947

  • 25 · Other liabilities

    beginning of year $385,312 · end of year $6,766,124

  • 27 · Net assets without donor restrictions

    beginning of year $16,797,392 · end of year $16,596,983

  • 28 · Net assets with donor restrictions

    beginning of year $2,086,531 · end of year $2,025,179

Mission and programs · 2024

Mission

See Schedule O"Creating great communities for all." The American Planning Association (APA) provides leadership in the development of vital communities by advocating excellence in community planning, promoting education and citizen empowerment and providing the tools and support necessary to meet the challenges of growth and change.

Activities or mission (Part I)

See Schedule O The American Planning Association (APA) provides leadership in the development of vital communities by advocating excellence in community planning, promoting education and citizen empowerment and providing the tools and support necessary to meet the challenges of growth and change.

  • APA supports the professional development of planners and educates the public on planning topics through publications, conferences, and community initiatives. APA publishes Planning magazine, the Journal of the American Planning Association, and other periodicals; hosts the National Planning Conference and webinars; manages divisions and chapters; and provides career services, community assistance, and scholarship programs. These resources enhance the knowledge, skills, and engagement of planning professionals, students, and the broader community.

    Expenses $9,636,682 · Grants $224,779 · Revenue $12,385,191

  • APA advances sound planning practices through applied research, advocacy, and public education. APA's Government Affairs team advocates for planning-supportive policies at all levels of government, while its communications and outreach programs educate the public and media about the importance of planning in building vibrant communities. Applied research activities, supported by grants and partnerships, translate best practices and academic findings into practical guidance for planners. APA also recognizes planning excellence through its national awards program and promotes awareness through initiatives like the Housing Initiative and Planning Research Fund.

    Expenses $2,149,667 · Grants $28,181 · Revenue $431,772

  • APA promotes professional excellence in the field of planning through the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification and the accreditation of planning education programs. AICP sets and maintains ethical and professional standards, oversees certification exams, and supports continuing education through the Certification Maintenance program. APA also supports the accreditation of academic planning programs and recognizes leaders in the profession through the College of Fellows.

    Expenses $1,556,495 · Grants $196,837 · Revenue $4,106,974

As filed on the 2024 return. The filer continues this part on Schedule O, which is not shown here.

Listed in Part VII

  • Sue Schwartz FAICP

    President

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Angela D Brooks FAICP

    Immediate Past President

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Lauren Driscoll AICP

    Treasurer

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Kristen Lynn Asp AICP

    Secretary

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Sara Copeland FAICP

    Board Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Benjamin Hitchings FAICP

    Board Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Nina Idemudia AICP

    Board Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Julia Lave Johnston

    Board Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Bianca Mers

    Board Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Allison G Mouch AICP

    Board Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Chad M Nabity AICP

    Board Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Erin N Perdu AICP

    Board Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Bruce Stiftel FAICP

    Board Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Dawn Thomas AICP

    Board Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Scott D Turner AICP

    Board Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Silvia E Vargas FAICP

    Board Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Karen Wolf AICP

    Board Director (until 12/24)

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Joel D Albizo FASAE CAE

    Chief Executive Officer

    Total calculated
    $512,805
    From this org
    $424,990
    From related orgs
    $0
    Other
    $87,815
    Hours/week
    35

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $391,810
    Bonus
    $31,200
    Other
    $1,980
    Deferred
    $55,401
    Nontaxable benefits
    $32,414
    Filer's total
    $512,805

  • Alejandro Fuentes Encinas

    Chief Financial & Member Eng Officer

    Total calculated
    $387,796
    From this org
    $305,413
    From related orgs
    $0
    Other
    $82,383
    Hours/week
    35

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $286,123
    Bonus
    $18,000
    Other
    $1,290
    Deferred
    $19,143
    Nontaxable benefits
    $63,240
    Filer's total
    $387,796

  • Mark Ferguson

    Chief Information Officer

    Total calculated
    $345,228
    From this org
    $300,036
    From related orgs
    $0
    Other
    $45,192
    Hours/week
    35

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $280,411
    Bonus
    $17,645
    Other
    $1,980
    Deferred
    $16,054
    Nontaxable benefits
    $29,138
    Filer's total
    $345,228

  • Harriet Bogdanowicz

    Chief Operating Officer

    Total calculated
    $336,416
    From this org
    $279,593
    From related orgs
    $0
    Other
    $56,823
    Hours/week
    35

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $269,143
    Bonus
    $10,000
    Other
    $450
    Deferred
    $15,586
    Nontaxable benefits
    $41,237
    Filer's total
    $336,416

  • Petra Hurtado PhD

    Chief Foresight & Knowledge Officer

    Total calculated
    $263,623
    From this org
    $238,694
    From related orgs
    $0
    Other
    $24,929
    Hours/week
    35

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $228,394
    Bonus
    $10,000
    Other
    $300
    Deferred
    $12,924
    Nontaxable benefits
    $12,005
    Filer's total
    $263,623

  • Eva Wilczek

    Meetings Director

    Total calculated
    $223,386
    From this org
    $199,599
    From related orgs
    $0
    Other
    $23,787
    Hours/week
    35

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $184,067
    Bonus
    $15,125
    Other
    $407
    Deferred
    $11,619
    Nontaxable benefits
    $12,168
    Filer's total
    $223,386

  • Elizabeth Lang

    Director of Marketing

    Total calculated
    $199,746
    From this org
    $185,040
    From related orgs
    $0
    Other
    $14,706
    Hours/week
    35

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $181,575
    Bonus
    $3,058
    Other
    $407
    Deferred
    $9,698
    Nontaxable benefits
    $5,008
    Filer's total
    $199,746

  • Randall West

    Technology Director

    Total calculated
    $191,300
    From this org
    $164,978
    From related orgs
    $0
    Other
    $26,322
    Hours/week
    35

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $161,348
    Bonus
    $3,276
    Other
    $354
    Deferred
    $9,034
    Nontaxable benefits
    $17,288
    Filer's total
    $191,300

  • Felicia Braunstein

    Professional Practice Director

    Total calculated
    $209,189
    From this org
    $176,592
    From related orgs
    $0
    Other
    $32,597
    Hours/week
    35

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $172,009
    Bonus
    $3,484
    Other
    $1,099
    Deferred
    $8,700
    Nontaxable benefits
    $23,897
    Filer's total
    $209,189

  • Roberta Rewers

    Sr Comm. Mgr

    Total calculated
    $127,697
    From this org
    $107,665
    From related orgs
    $0
    Other
    $20,032
    Hours/week
    35

  • Karl Schmidt

    Director

    Total calculated
    $158,884
    From this org
    $139,404
    From related orgs
    $0
    Other
    $19,480
    Hours/week
    35

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $134,395
    Bonus
    $2,681
    Other
    $2,328
    Deferred
    $6,597
    Nontaxable benefits
    $12,883
    Filer's total
    $158,884

  • Meghan Stromberg

    Editor in Chief

    Total calculated
    $137,072
    From this org
    $117,520
    From related orgs
    $0
    Other
    $19,552
    Hours/week
    35

  • Mike Welch

    Leadership Director

    Total calculated
    $189,984
    From this org
    $166,351
    From related orgs
    $0
    Other
    $23,633
    Hours/week
    35

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $165,314
    Bonus
    $0
    Other
    $1,037
    Deferred
    $9,111
    Nontaxable benefits
    $14,522
    Filer's total
    $189,984

Compensation is as filed in Part VII: reportable pay from this organization and from related organizations, other compensation, and hours per week. The total, marked calculated, is our sum of the three dollar columns, with a blank column counted as $0; the form itself has no total. On a Form 990-EZ the columns are Part IV's instead, and on a Form 990-PF Part VIII's — compensation, contributions to benefit plans, and expense account — and the total sums those. A Schedule J breakdown is as filed: base pay, bonus, other, deferred compensation and nontaxable benefits from this organization, with any from related organizations beside each, and the filer's own total. It is shown with the Part VII listing of the same name on the same return. The form gives no key between the two, so that pairing is ours, and is marked matched by us.

Schedule J

Answered yes

  • 3 · Compensation survey or study
  • 3 · Approval by the board or compensation committee
  • 4b · Supplemental nonqualified retirement plan
  • 7 · Other non-fixed payments

Answered no

  • 4a · Severance or change-of-control payment
  • 4c · Equity-based compensation arrangement
  • 5a · Pay contingent on this organization's revenues
  • 5b · Pay contingent on a related organization's revenues
  • 6a · Pay contingent on this organization's net earnings
  • 6b · Pay contingent on a related organization's net earnings
  • 8 · Paid under the initial-contract exception

The filer's explanations (Part III)

Part I, Line 4b
The following individuals participate in a 457(f) plan and the amounts are the contributions to each plan during 2024: Joel D. Albizo: $4,916
Part I, Line 7
Overall key employee bonuses reported on Part II, column B(ii) were subject to the review and approval of the CEO and CFO. The exception being any bonus for the CEO was reviewed and approved by the Board.

Part I's answers as filed. A line not listed was left unanswered; on lines 1a and 3 that means the box was not checked.

Grants on this return

Provenance

Return type
form_990
Tax year
2024
Filed
17 August 2026
IRS schema version
2024v5.5
Source object
202632309349302518

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