named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Hahn Scholarship
Supports students or educators in classical studies through scholarship funding, awarded annually
Leadership Initiative Grants
Provides funding to CAAS members for projects that promote teaching, research, and public engagement in classical studies, with a focus on leadership development within the organization
Professional Grants
Funds scholarly research, conferences, and academic initiatives in the field of classical studies
Program Grants
Supports educational and outreach initiatives that advance public understanding of the classics
Travel Subsidies
Provides financial support for members to attend conferences, present research, or participate in academic events
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Multi-Institution Scholarship Funding 1 activity
- Award grants to support individuals and initiatives in classical studiesFunds a range of grants including Hahn Scholarships, Masciantonio Grants, professional grants, travel subsidies, leadership incentive grants, and program grants to support individuals and initiatives in classical studies, with project grants typically capped at $3,000.
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Organizational Governance & Leadership Development 1 activity
- Conduct organizational governance and administrative operationsHolds annual elections, convenes Board of Directors and committee meetings—including Finance and Executive Committees—and conducts business sessions to manage organizational governance and operations.
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Professional Networking Events 1 activity
- Host and organize annual Fall Meeting for members and scholarsPlans, organizes, and hosts an annual Fall Meeting, typically held during the second weekend of October, featuring paper sessions, panel discussions, lectures, luncheons, dinners, business sessions, and an exhibitor and vendor hall.
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Academic Journal and Scholarly Publication 1 activity
- Produce and distribute the quarterly journal Classical WorldProduces and publishes a peer-reviewed quarterly journal, Classical World, featuring scholarly articles, reviews, bibliographies, and surveys of textbooks and audio-visual materials on Greek and Roman literature, history, society, the classical tradition, and the teaching of classical languages and civilization.
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Professional Conference Support 1 activity
- Provide travel subsidies for members attending the annual meetingOffers needs-based travel subsidies of up to $600 to support member participation in the annual Fall Meeting.
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Recognition and Awards Programs 1 activity
- Recognize members for service and leadership in classical studiesPresents annual awards including the Barbara F. McManus Leadership Award, which includes a $1,000 honorarium, and conducts Ovationes and Gratulationes to honor individuals for distinguished service to the organization and the discipline.
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Research and Scholarly Fellowship Support 1 activity
- Support professional development and scholarly programming in classical studiesFunds and supports initiatives such as inter-institutional seminars, workshops for Latin teachers, public symposia, and lecture series—including projects on Black Classicists and classical reception—to advance pedagogy, mentorship, and public engagement in classical studies.
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financials · form 990PF · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$291K
Contributions & grants——
Program service revenue——
Investment income$54K18%
Other revenue$167K
expenses
Total expenses$255K
Program expenses67%
Admin / overhead33%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$63K
Grants paid out$25K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$3.66M
Cash$53K
Investments$2.99M
Liabilities$111K
Net assets$3.55M
Liquid reserves143.0 mo
5 years on record · 2021–2025 · YoY revenue -25.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
paid leadership · 9
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| ROBIN MITCHELL-BOYASK | EDITOR CLASSICAL WORLD | 10 | $15K |
| HENRY V BENDER | TREASURER | 8 | $10K |
| JENNIFER RANCK | WEBMASTER | 8 | $10K |
| KONSTANTINOS P NIKOLOUTSOS | PROGRAM COORDINATOR | 8 | $10K |
| MARY BROWN | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 20 | $10K |
| HARRISON CALIG | ASST EDITOR CLASSICAL WORLD | 10 | $3K |
| KATHERINE PANAGAKOS | SECRETARY | 2 | $2K |
| TALIA CHICHERIO | RD-MARYLAND\ SOCIAL MEDIA CO-ORD | 1 | $2K |
| ERIN MCKENNA HANSES | RDPA (C&W)\AA TO PROGRAM DIRECTOR | 1 | $1K |
board members · 9
- ARTI MEHTA — REGIONAL DIRECTOR- DC
- DENISE FOOD DOYLE — EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
- DOBRINKA CHIEKOVA — REGIONAL DIRECTOR-NEW JERSEY (SOUTH)
- JACKIE MURRAY — REGIONAL DIRECTOR-NY (CENTRAL & WEST)
- MARCALINE BOYD — REGIONAL DIRECTOR- DELAWARE
- MARKUS DUBISCHAR — REGIONAL DIRECTOR-PA(EASTERN)
- MATTHEW WELLENBACH — REGIONAL DIRECTOR-PA(PHILADELPHIA)
- STEPHEN OGUMAH — REGIONAL DIRECTOR-NYC & LONG ISLAND
- TOMASSO GAZZARRI — REGIONAL DIRECTOR-NEW YORK(EASTERN)
relationships · 49
Who they work with
- Binghamton University Partner — Danielle LaRose from Binghamton University presented research at the 2025 Fall Meeting.
- Boston University Partner — Laurie Hutcheson from Boston University co-led a workshop at the 2025 Fall Meeting.
- Bryn Mawr College Partner — Felix Bieneman from Bryn Mawr College presented research at the 2025 Fall Meeting.
- CAAS Network — Recipient organizations must be part of the CAAS network, and applicants must be current CAAS Members.
- Catholic University of America Partner — Evan Waters from the Catholic University of America presented research at the 2025 Fall Meeting.
- Christendom College Partner — William Farris from Christendom College presented research at the 2025 Fall Meeting.
- Classical Association of the Empire State (CAES) Partner — State-level classical association within the CAAS region
- DePauw University Partner — James Wells from DePauw University presented research at the 2025 Fall Meeting.
- Elon University Partner — Jo Bogart from Elon University presented research at the 2025 Fall Meeting.
- Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook as a platform to share news and engage with members.
- GuideStar Network — Shares Form 990s through GuideStar as part of public reporting and transparency efforts.
- Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School Partner — David Kuyat from Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School served as presider for a paper session at the 2025 Fall Meeting.
- H.W. Wilson via WilsonWeb Partner — Provides access to Classical World with coverage beginning with volume 95.2 (Winter 2002).
- Harvard’s Center for Hellenic Studies Partner — Co-hosted events and exhibitions related to the “Black Classicists” series.
- Henry Bender Partner — Recipient of the Barbara F. McManus Leadership Award in Fall 2018
- Howard University Partner — Caroline Stark from Howard University served as presider for a paper session at the 2025 Fall Meeting.
- Howard University Partner — Partnered to host lectures, workshops, and exhibitions related to the “Black Classicists” series.
- Hunter College Partner — Joanne Spurza from Hunter College co-presided over a paper session at the 2025 Fall Meeting.
- Independent Scholar Partner — Saga Herdeskoeld, an independent scholar, presented research at the 2025 Fall Meeting.
- Instagram Partner — Uses Instagram as a platform to share news and engage with members.
- Ithaka (formerly JSTOR) Partner — Provides access to Classical World (formerly The Classical Weekly) from its inception to 2005.
- Johns Hopkins University Press Partner — Hosts CAAS conference registration through its website.
- Judith Peller Hallett Partner — Recipient of the Barbara F. McManus Leadership Award in Fall 2015
- Maria S. Marsilio Partner — Recipient of the Barbara F. McManus Leadership Award in Fall 2021
- Montclair State University Partner — Deborah Chatr Aryamontri from Montclair State University served as mentor and presider at the 2025 Fall Meeting.
- Montclair State University Partner — Prudence Jones from Montclair State University served as presider for a paper session at the 2025 Fall Meeting.
- New Jersey Classical Association Partner — State-level classical association within the CAAS region
- New Jersey Junior Classical League Partner — Funded reenactments at the 2018 NJJCL State Convention.
- Oxford University Partner — Hosts speaker Paul Roberts, Research Keeper at the Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology, for the Jerry Clack Memorial Lecture.
- Philadelphia Classical Society Partner — Local classical association within the CAAS region
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strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Advancing Equity and Inclusion as Foundational to Classical Scholarshipmethodology: equity_in_classicsBy centering equity, intersectionality, and inclusive recognition in its programs and awards, the organization strengthens the relevance and integrity of classical studies, because diverse perspectives produce richer scholarship and broaden access to the field for historically marginalized groups.
- Direct-to-Students Funding for Greater Educational Impactmethodology: direct-to-students_fundingBy prioritizing funding for programs that directly serve students, the organization increases the effectiveness of its investments in classical studies education, because such programs are believed to have a more immediate and measurable impact on teaching and learning outcomes.
- Supporting Professionals Through Targeted Grants and Travel Fundingmethodology: access-through-grantingBy providing financial awards and travel support to professionals and presenters, the organization increases participation and advancement in classical studies, because removing financial barriers enables broader engagement, especially among early-career scholars and underrepresented voices.