David H Murdock Research Institute
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David H Murdock Research Institute at a glance
In short: David H Murdock Research Institute gave $81K across 2 grants in 2026 (avg $40K), mostly in North Carolina. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $80,596
- Grants made (2026)
- 2
- Average grant
- $40,298
- Median grant
- $40,298
- Primary geography
- North Carolina (100% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2026; updated November 2026.
Who David H Murdock Research Institute funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Duke University ($40K). Together the top 2 received $81K.
Grant Size Distribution
2 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 2 grants of 2 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 2 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2026 it made 2 grants totaling $81K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Duke University Durham, NC | Final Distribution | $40,298 |
| NC Dept of State Treasurer- UNC System Office Main Acct Raleigh, NC | Final Distribution | $40,298 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | $102,520 | $359,221 | $80,596 | 2 | — |
| 2025 | $338,347 | $-35,859,970 | $2,582,888 | — | — | $-36,226,026 |
| 2024 | $47,113,368 | $1,229,898 | $4,258,536 | — | — | $-76,379 |
| 2023 | $49,378,162 | $3,181,857 | $5,957,850 | — | — | $173,369 |
| 2022 | $60,635,217 | $1,992,555 | $6,058,105 | — | — | $11,055 |
| 2021 | $62,840,123 | $1,280,674 | $1,817,347 | — | — | $53,042 |
| 2020 | $59,121,567 | $1,322,889 | $4,624,630 | — | — | $100,203 |
About David H Murdock Research Institute
Based on IRS filings
David H Murdock Research Institute is a public charity focused on Food, Agriculture & Nutrition, based in Kannapolis, NC. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2026. In 2026, it awarded 2 grants totaling $81K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
David H Murdock Research Institute is led by Carol Spalding, Chair since 2025 (on filings since 2020); 3 of 7 officers listed in 2026 are compensated.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Carol Spalding
Chair
Director → Chair, 2025
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kristin Newby MD
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
$50K (2026)
Simon G. Gregory PhD
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
$31K (2020) → $57K (2026)
Suresh Balu Msmba
Program Director
Program Director → Director, 2021
Director → Program Director, 2022
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
$46K (2026)
Steven A. Lommel
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jennifer Gerz- Escandon
Director
New on the 2026 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Cory R. Brouwer
Secretary
Director → Secratary, 2025
Secratary → Secretary, 2026
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (11)
- Former: Kimberly Van Noort (2021–2025) — Director
- Former: Charles Gray (2022–2025) — Director
- Former: Julian Abery (2020–2022) — Cbo
- Former: Mark Spitzer (2020–2022) — Director -
- Former: Ann Wilson (2022) — CFO
- Former: Glicerio Ignacio (2022) — Employee
- Former: Liston Cox (2022) — Employee
- Former: Ryan Smith (2022) — Employee
- Former: Timothy Spaeder (2022) — Employee
- Former: Nicholas D. Gillitt PhD (2020) — Director
- Former: Terry Magnuson PhD (2020) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2026. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2026 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2026 filing was $57K, to Simon G Gregory PHD (Director). 3 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about David H Murdock Research Institute
How much does David H Murdock Research Institute give each year?
David H Murdock Research Institute gave $81K across 2 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990.
What is David H Murdock Research Institute?
David H Murdock Research Institute is a public charity focused on Food, Agriculture & Nutrition, based in Kannapolis, NC.
Where does David H Murdock Research Institute operate?
David H Murdock Research Institute has awarded grants in North Carolina.
What is David H Murdock Research Institute's EIN?
David H Murdock Research Institute's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-8730759. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2026.
Data last updated November 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS September 14, 2026)
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