Murmuration Research Institute Inc
Specifically and without limitation, Murmuration Research Institute ("mri") will amplify the power of civic engagement by conducting research to support the identification, design, and creation of data, tools, and insights that can help people and organizations build healthier and more equitable communities.
Murmuration Research Institute Inc at a glance
In short: Murmuration Research Institute Inc gave $765K across 1 grant in 2024 (avg $765K), mostly in New York. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $765,000
- Grants made (2024)
- 1
- Average grant
- $765,000
- Median grant
- $765,000
- Total assets
- $60,722,690
- -23.9% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- New York (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who Murmuration Research Institute Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Murmuration Inc ($765K).
Grant Size Distribution
1 grant across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $500K–1M range: 1 grant of 1 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2024 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2024 it made 1 grant totaling $765K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Murmuration Inc New York, NY | The $765,000 grant to murmuration supports efforts to strengthen civic engagement and democratic participation by investing in data infrastructure, research, and communications strategies. Specifically, the grant funds support the development of tools and analyses that help charitable organizations better understand and engage key audiences on issues to build and strengthen communities. This grant is restricted to charitable purposes only. | $765,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $60,722,690 | $11,527,047 | $30,015,423 | $765,000 | 1 | $409,660 |
| 2023 | $79,803,708 | $102,662,779 | $28,831,448 | — | — | $209,748 |
| 2022 | $1,826,986 | $2,283,082 | $546,502 | — | — | — |
About Murmuration Research Institute Inc
Based on IRS filings
Murmuration Research Institute Inc is a public charity focused on public and societal benefit, based in New York, NY. IRS filing data is available from 2022 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $60.7M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 1 grant totaling $765K. Net investment income was $410K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Murmuration Research Institute Inc is led by Emma Bloomberg, President & CEO on every filing since 2022; 13 of 15 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Emma Bloomberg
President & CEO
On filings since 2022
29 hrs/week
$282K (2023) → $290K (2024)
Joseph Hamala
Senior Director & Infrastructure
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$257K (2023) → $227K (2024)
Antoinette Chukudebelu
Chief People & Equity Officer
On filings since 2022
30 hrs/week
$169K (2023) → $184K (2024)
Conor Laver
Chief Tech. Officer
CTO & Head of Product → Chief Technology Officer, 2023
Chief Technology Officer → Chief Tech. Officer, 2024
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$335K (2023) → $225K (2024)
Kellen Arno
Chief Program Officer
On filings since 2022
16 hrs/week
$103K (2023) → $106K (2024)
Peggy Ann Torney
Vice President of Committee & Secretary
Secretary → Vice President of Committee & Secretary, 2023
On filings since 2022
20 hrs/week
$106K (2023) → $109K (2024)
Shane Bateman
CFO & Treasurer
On filings since 2022
36 hrs/week
$175K (2023) → $190K (2024)
Benjamin Calvin
Vice President & Data Science
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$246K (2023) → $237K (2024)
Jay Sherman
Vice President of Engineering
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$284K (2023) → $263K (2024)
Nathan Ramia
Vice President & Product
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$240K (2023) → $223K (2024)
Sarah Stamper
Chief Research Officer
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$277K (2023) → $270K (2024)
Heidi Wiliams
Chief Tech. Officer
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$216K (2024)
Laura Brogan
Vice President of Strategic Operations
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$168K (2024)
Anish Melwani
Board Member
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Brynne Craig
Board Member
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (3)
- Former: Evan Burfield (2023) — Senior Advisor to CEO
- Former: Brian Johnson (2022) — Board Member
- Former: Meg Ansara (2022) — Board Member
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2022–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $290K, to Emma Bloomberg (President, CEO). 13 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Murmuration Research Institute Inc
How much does Murmuration Research Institute Inc give each year?
Murmuration Research Institute Inc gave $765K across 1 grant in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990.
How large is Murmuration Research Institute Inc?
Murmuration Research Institute Inc reported $60.7M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $11.5M.
What is Murmuration Research Institute Inc?
Murmuration Research Institute Inc is a public charity focused on public and societal benefit, based in New York, NY. It holds $60.7M in total assets as of 2024.
Where does Murmuration Research Institute Inc operate?
Murmuration Research Institute Inc has awarded grants in New York.
What is Murmuration Research Institute Inc's EIN?
Murmuration Research Institute Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 86-1626267. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2022–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 5, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2022–2024
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