Council of State and Territorial
The Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists (CSTE) is a member-based nonprofit organization representing applied public health epidemiologists across the United States. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, CSTE serves as a professional association dedicated to strengthening disease surveillance and epidemiologic practice at the state and territorial level. The organization represents approximately 1,700–2,500 members working as applied epidemiologists in state and local health agencies.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$15.5M
+24.0% YoY
Annual Giving
$9.4M
+30.3% YoY
Grant Count
61
+10.9% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$153K
+17.5% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
CSTE's mission is to promote the effective use of epidemiologic data to guide public health practice and improve health. The organization accomplishes this by:
- Supporting the use of effective public health surveillance and good epidemiologic practice through training and capacity development
- Developing standards for practice
- Advocating for resources and scientifically-based policy
Primary Program Areas:
Infectious Disease Response: CSTE emphasizes the effective use of forecasts and analytic tools by public health decision makers during infectious disease outbreaks. In 2023–2024, the organization hosted four regional forecasting meetings in partnership with the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO), inviting state epidemiologists and state health officials from all 50 states, Washington D.C., territorial health agencies, and large local health departments.
Surveillance and Data Systems: The organization partners with the CDC on electronic laboratory reporting initiatives.
Grantmaking
CSTE itself is classified as a 501(c)(6) organization and engages in grantmaking activities. Based on recent IRS filings:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
CSTE's membership and activities span all 50 states, Washington D.C., and U.S. territories. Grant funding has been documented in California, Texas, and Michigan.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists (2024):
- Total assets: $15,492,047
- Total revenues: $43,920,070
- Total expenses: $43,215,279
- Number of employees: 105
Organization History:
- IRS ruling year: 1974
- Year formed: 1992 (per one source); 1951 (per another source)
- EIN: 23-7410799
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $15,492,047 | $12,492,068 | $7,885,631 |
| Revenue | $43,920,070 | $36,595,836 | $29,012,724 |
| Expenses | $43,215,279 | $35,472,501 | $28,818,527 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $105,656 | $9,718 | $2,124 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
226 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Salt Lake County Health Department ($804,492), Michigan Dhhs ($472,208), Michigan Dhhs ($424,168).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES PHOENIX, AZ | FLU | $67,232 |
| ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES PHOENIX, AZ | NAS | $66,667 |
| BROWN UNIVERSITY PROVIDENCE, RI | COVID-19 OUTBREAK TOOLS | $185,797 |
| CASPER-NATRONA COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT CASPER, WY | COVID-19 VULN POP | $48,989 |
| CITY OF PHILADELPHIA PHILADELPHIA, PA | NAS | $129,066 |
| COBB-DOUGLAS PUBLIC HEALTH MARIETTA, GA | COVID-19 RESP DEATHS | $191,003 |
| COLORADO DEPT OF PUBLIC HEALTH & ENVIRONMENT DENVER, CO | COVID-19 VULN POP | $51,210 |
| COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER NEW YORK, NY | COVID-19 COVID MODELING | $206,304 |
| COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS BOSTON, MA | NAS | $324,945 |
| DALLAS COUNTY HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES DALLAS, TX | COVID-19 RESP DEATHS | $165,422 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Janet Hamilton – Executive Director
- Beverly Christner – Senior Director of Operations
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| SARAH LYON-CALLO MA MS PHD | PRESIDENT (OUTGOING) | 4 | — |
| CATHERINE BROWN DVM MSC MPH | PRESIDENT (INCOMING) | 4 | — |
| KATHRYN TURNER PHD MPH | PRESIDENT - ELECT | 5 | — |
| ANGELA DUNN MD MPH | VICE PRESIDENT | 5 | — |
| RUTH LYNFIELD MD | SECRETARY/TREASURER | 5 | — |
| RACHELLE BOULTON MSPH | MEMBER-AT-LARGE | 4 | — |
| BENJAMIN CHAN MD MPH | MEMBER-AT-LARGE | 5 | — |
| SHERRI L DAVIDSON PHD MPH | MEMBER-AT-LARGE | 5 | — |
| MARY-MARGARET A FILL MD MPH | MEMBER-AT-LARGE | 2 | — |
| BAH-HE-TOYA-MAH DAVENPORT MTAG MSHI | MEMBER-AT-LARGE | 3 | — |
| THERESA SOKOL MPH | MEMBER-AT-LARGE | 5 | — |
| SARAH KEMBLE MD | MEMBER-AT-LARGE | 2 | — |
| ERICA PAN MD MPH | MEMBER-AT-LARGE | 2 | — |
| KEN KOMATSU MPH | MEMBER-AT-LARGE | 2 | — |
| KATE GOODIN MS MPH | MEMBER-AT-LARGE | 2 | — |
| MELISSA JORDAN MS MPH | MEMBER-AT-LARGE | 5 | — |
| JANET HAMILTON | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 48 | $307,375 |
| SHELIA SCOTT | SENIOR DIRECTOR OF FINANCE | 43 | $184,406 |
| ANNIE FINE | CHIEF SCIENCE/SURVEILLANCE | 41 | $298,004 |
| MARCELLE LAYTON | CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER | 40 | $294,454 |
| JENNIFER LEMMINGS | SENIOR DIRECTOR OF GSS | 42 | $217,503 |
| BEVERLY CHRISTNER | SENIOR DIRECTOR OF OPERATI | 43 | $223,519 |
| DHARA SHAH | SENIOR DIRECTOR OF PROGRAM | 46 | $191,657 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
CSTE was awarded $28 million to advance applied epidemiology and public health initiatives, reflecting significant federal investment in the organization's core mission and capacity-building efforts.
CSTE Awarded $28 Million to Advance Applied Epidemiology and ...Frequently Asked Questions
What does Council of State and Territorial fund?
CSTE's mission is to promote the effective use of epidemiologic data to guide public health practice and improve health. The organization accomplishes this by: • Supporting the use of effective public health surveillance and good epidemiologic practice through training and capacity development • Developing standards for practice • Advocating for resources and scientifically-based policy **Primary Program Areas:** • **Infectious Disease Response:** CSTE emphasizes the effective use of forecasts …
How do I apply for a grant from Council of State and Territorial?
CSTE itself is classified as a 501(c)(6) organization and engages in grantmaking activities. Based on recent IRS filings: • **Total giving (2024):** $15,933,190 • **Typical award range:** $5,250–$804,492 • **Primary funding focus areas:** Education, Science Teachers, STEM Education, and Human Services • **Geographic distribution of grants:** Primarily in California, Texas, and Michigan
Where does Council of State and Territorial make grants?
CSTE's membership and activities span all 50 states, Washington D.C., and U.S. territories. Grant funding has been documented in California, Texas, and Michigan.
What size grants does Council of State and Territorial award?
In 2024, Council of State and Territorial awarded 61 grants totaling $9.4M — an average of about $153K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Council of State and Territorial's EIN?
Council of State and Territorial's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 23-7410799. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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