Committed to finding a cure for myasthenia gravis and closely related disorders, improving treatment options, and providing information and support to people with myasthenia gravis through research, education, community programs and advocacy.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$13.6M
+12.8% YoY
Annual Giving
$710K
+91.9% YoY
Grant Count
8
+100.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$89K
-4.1% YoY
About Myasthenia Gravis Foundation
Based on IRS filings
Myasthenia Gravis Foundation is a nonprofit organization focused on Medical Research, based in WESTBOROUGH, MA. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $13.6M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 8 grants totaling $710K. Net investment income was $470K.
Focus Areas
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $13,552,735 | $12,011,651 | $12,076,757 |
| Revenue | $5,670,792 | $3,555,325 | $3,840,681 |
| Expenses | $5,078,413 | $3,580,103 | $3,008,153 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $469,674 | $389,120 | $682,651 |
| 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 8 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
18 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
5 open opportunities from Myasthenia Gravis Foundation
Clinician Scientist Development Award in Myasthenia Gravis Grant
Myasthenia Gravis Foundation
Amount
Up to US $240,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
High Impact Pilot Project Award
Myasthenia Gravis Foundation
Amount
$110,000 over 2 years
Deadline
Rolling / Open
MGFA High Impact Pilot Project Award Grant
Myasthenia Gravis Foundation
Amount
Up to US $110,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Yale University ($300,000), Uppsala University ($110,000), Yale University ($110,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Yale University New Haven, CT | Defining new autoimmune mechanisms in seronegative MG | $300,000 |
| Uppsala University | Validating diagnostic and prognostic serum biomarkers for AChR antibody seropositive MG | $110,000 |
| Yale University New Haven, CT | Novel mechanistic insights into the MuSK-specific autoantibody repertoire | $110,000 |
| Duke University School of Medicine Erwin Square, NC | Deciphering Immunological Biomarkers in Myasthenia Gravis by Using Multiomics. | $110,000 |
| The George Washington University Ashbum, VA | Dr Kaminski's MG Net Pilot Studies program | $50,000 |
| Alira Health Framingham, MA | Physical activity and factors associated with exercise participation among patients with myasthenia. | $10,000 |
| Alira Health Framingham, MA | Role of race and income in management of myasthenia gravis. | $10,000 |
| Alira Health Framingham, MA | Influence of race/ethnicity on clinical features of MG and inequalities in clinical care. | $10,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Gladden | Chair | 8 | — |
| Robert Thomas | Vice Chair | 8 | — |
| Adrejia Boutte | Secretary | 8 | — |
| Justin Stachtiaris | Treasurer | 8 | — |
| Ani Mitra | Director | 4 | — |
| Callum Schjerning | Director | 4 | — |
| Clyde Hosein | Director | 4 | — |
| Kelly Gwathmey MD | Director | 4 | — |
| Kevin O'Connor MD | Director | 4 | — |
| Kyle Sell | Director | 4 | — |
| Paul Strumph MD | Director | 4 | — |
| Richard J Nowak MD | Director | 4 | — |
| Esther Land | Director (non-voting) | 4 | — |
| Marcia Lorimer | Director (non-voting) | 4 | — |
| Mark Kalish | Director (non-voting) | 4 | — |
| Sam Schuloff | Director (non-voting) | 4 | — |
| Susan Klinger | Director (non-voting) | 4 | — |
| Samantha Masterson | Chief Executive Officer | 40 | $323,026 |
| Craig Stenger | Vice President, Operations | 40 | $200,391 |
| Michael Antonellis | Vice President, Global Marketing | 40 | $181,909 |
| Daryl Lee | National Director, Finance | 40 | $124,220 |
| Caroline Gaylor | National Senior Director of Development | 40 | $120,304 |
| Merideth O'Conner | AVP, Patient Engagement | 40 | $119,007 |
| Laura Chandler | National Director, Academic Affiars | 40 | $112,483 |
| Tasha Duncan | National Director, Strategic Parternships | 40 | $109,503 |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Myasthenia Gravis Foundation?
Myasthenia Gravis Foundation is a nonprofit organization focused on Medical Research, based in WESTBOROUGH, MA. It holds $13.6M in total assets as of 2024.
How large is Myasthenia Gravis Foundation?
As of 2024, Myasthenia Gravis Foundation holds $13.6M in total assets with $5.7M in annual revenue. It awarded 8 grants totaling $710K in 2024.
Where does Myasthenia Gravis Foundation operate?
Myasthenia Gravis Foundation has awarded grants in California, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Massachusetts, Minnesota, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Virginia.
What size grants does Myasthenia Gravis Foundation award?
In 2024, Myasthenia Gravis Foundation awarded 8 grants totaling $710K — an average of about $89K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Myasthenia Gravis Foundation's EIN?
Myasthenia Gravis Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 13-5672224. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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