International Society for Research in Human Milk and Lactation
Promote excellence in research on all aspects of human lactation including the composition of human milk and the effects of human milk/breastfeeding upon the infant or the mother.disseminate information on current research in the field.organize international meetings on appropriate topics at timely intervals.establish and maintain liaison with other organizations or groups that share mutual interests including but not limited to other academic/research societies, relevant governmental agencies, and, public health authorities.aid other organizations in their educational efforts concerning topics of mutual interest.foster the development of and recognize outstanding scientists in the field of human milk and lactation.recognize members who have made an outstanding contribution to the objectives of the society.
International Society for Research in Human Milk and Lactation at a glance
- Total assets
- $277,788
- -30.2% vs 2025
- Revenue (2026)
- $21,000
- -92.2% vs 2025
- Expenses (2026)
- $140,987
- +82.0% vs 2025
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-EZ, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-EZ, 2026; updated September 2026.
How to apply to International Society for Research in Human Milk and Lactation
Open Grants
4 open opportunities from International Society for Research in Human Milk and Lactation
Ehrlich-Koldovsky Early Career Award for Research in Human Milk and Lactation
International Society for Research in Human Milk and Lactation
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Deadline not published
Macy-Gyorgy Award for Research in Human Milk and Lactation
International Society for Research in Human Milk and Lactation
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Deadline not published
Mary Frances Picciano Graduate Scholarship
International Society for Research in Human Milk and Lactation
Amount
Up to $25,000 match available
Deadline
Deadline not published
Who International Society for Research in Human Milk and Lactation funds
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2019 to 2020, annual grant giving ranged from $97K (2020) to $128K (2019). In 2020 it made 1 grant totaling $97K.
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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 | $277,788 | $21,000 | $140,987 | — | — | — |
| 2025 | $397,775 | $270,935 | $77,471 | — | — | — |
| 2024 | $204,311 | $144,925 | $212,122 | — | — | — |
| 2023 | $278,056 | $112,203 | $277,331 | — | — | — |
| 2022 | $442,884 | $155,145 | $63,198 | — | — | — |
| 2021 | $343,677 | $187,659 | $44,342 | — | — | — |
| 2020 | $198,305 | $17,873 | $194,326 | $97,000 | 1 | $671 |
| 2019 | $374,063 | $220,095 | $344,775 | $127,763 | 5 | $478 |
About International Society for Research in Human Milk and Lactation
Based on IRS filings
International Society for Research in Human Milk and Lactation is a public charity focused on Education, based in Houston, TX. IRS filing data is available from 2019 through 2026. As of 2026, the organization holds $278K in total assets.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
International Society for Research in Human Milk and Lactation is led by Carol Wagner MD, President since 2025 (on filings since 2023); none of the 12 officers listed in 2026 report compensation.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Carol Wagner MD
President
President Elect → President, 2025
On filings since 2023
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Meghan Azad
Councilor
Secretary → Councilor, 2026
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Daniel Sellen PhD
Immediate Past President
President Elect → President, 2023
President → Immediate Past President, 2026
On filings since 2020
1.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Janet Williams PhD
Secretary
Councilor → Secretary, 2024
On filings since 2023
15 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Adetola Louis-Jacques
Councilor
New on the 2026 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Adwoa Gyamfi
Councilor
New on the 2026 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Aleksandra Wesolowska
Councilor
New on the 2026 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Diane Lynn Spatz Phd Rn-Bc Fawho
Treasurer
New on the 2026 filing
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jonathan Seigel
Councilor
New on the 2026 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Maureen Groer Phd Rn Faan
President Elect
New on the 2026 filing
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Rebecca Hoban
Councilor
New on the 2026 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Shelly McGuire
Councilor
New on the 2026 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (25)
- Former: Diane Spatz (2020–2025) — Treasurer
- Former: Dan Sellen (2025) — Past President
- Former: Maureen Groer (2025) — President-Elect
- Former: Elizabeth Johnson (2021–2024) — Councilor
- Former: Ellen Demerath (2022–2024) — Councilor
- Former: Alex Anderson (2023–2024) — Councilor
- Former: Richmond Aryeetey (2023–2024) — Councilor
- Former: Sonia Hernandez-Cordero (2023–2024) — Councilor
- Former: Katsumi Mizuno (2024) — Councilor
- Former: Kirsi Jrvinen-Seppo (2024) — Councilor
- Former: Tricia Johnson (2024) — Councilor
- Former: Bert Koletzko (2019–2023) — Past-President
- Former: David Sela (2020–2023) — Councilor
- Former: Zhenghong Carrie Li (2020–2023) — Councilor
- Former: Nancy Hurst (2019–2022) — Treasurer
- Former: Magnus Domellof (2020–2022) — Councilor
- Former: Maria Carmen Collado (2020–2022) — Councilor
- Former: Sharon Perella (2020–2022) — Councilor
- Former: Wei Wei Pang (2020–2022) — Councilor
- Former: Sharon Donovan (2019–2021) — Past President
- Former: Joann Taie (2020) — Executive Director
- Former: Sarah Taylor (2020) — Councilor
- Former: Shannon Kelleher (2020) — Councilor
- Former: Kayla Stidger (2019) — Executive Director
- Former: Lars Bode (2019) — Past President
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2026. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about International Society for Research in Human Milk and Lactation
How large is International Society for Research in Human Milk and Lactation?
International Society for Research in Human Milk and Lactation reported $278K in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-EZ. Its revenue that year was $21K.
What is International Society for Research in Human Milk and Lactation?
International Society for Research in Human Milk and Lactation is a public charity focused on Education, based in Houston, TX. It holds $278K in total assets as of 2026.
Where does International Society for Research in Human Milk and Lactation operate?
International Society for Research in Human Milk and Lactation has awarded grants in California, Connecticut, Georgia, Illinois, North Carolina, Texas.
What is International Society for Research in Human Milk and Lactation's EIN?
International Society for Research in Human Milk and Lactation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 76-0608889. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2026.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(4)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS February 12, 2021)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS February 18, 2020)
- Added Form 990-EZ for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS August 5, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2025
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