National Science and Technology Medals Foundation Inc
The nstmf's mission is to build inclusive stem communities across the united states. Fundamental to these communities are the significant, inspirational connections we foster between the individuals who have received national recognition for excellence in stem and todays diverse generation of college and high school students. Together they will pave the way for a more equitable future in science and technology. Our vision is to be a driving force in creating a world in which the diversity of the American society is reflected in the recipients of all prestigious stem honors, including future laureate classes of the national medal of science and the national medal of technology and innovation.
National Science and Technology Medals Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: National Science and Technology Medals Foundation Inc gave $153K across 2 grants in 2024 (avg $77K), mostly in Texas. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $153,225
- -18.4% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 2
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $76,613
- -18.4% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $76,613
- Total assets
- $1,124,460
- +4.9% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Texas (62% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to National Science and Technology Medals Foundation Inc
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from National Science and Technology Medals Foundation Inc
Who National Science and Technology Medals Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was University of Texas ($95K). Together the top 2 received $153K.
Grant Size Distribution
7 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $50–100K range: 3 grants of 7 (43%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 2 itemized grants.
Cities
How National Science and Technology Medals Foundation Inc gives
- Giving grew 341% from 2021 to 2024. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $35K (2021) to $265K (2022). In 2024 it made 2 grants totaling $153K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Texas Arlington, TX | Instem Program EXP | $94,500 |
| California State East Bay Hayward, CA | Instem Program EXP | $58,725 |
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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 | $1,124,460 | $1,959,968 | $1,992,255 | $153,225 | 2 | $241 |
| 2023 | $1,071,863 | $1,517,435 | $1,759,156 | $187,668 | 2 | $95 |
| 2022 | $1,417,748 | $1,230,864 | $1,525,024 | $264,500 | 2 | $122 |
| 2021 | $1,591,820 | $585,052 | $1,169,087 | $34,750 | 1 | $726 |
| 2020 | $2,176,896 | $1,605,768 | $1,081,179 | — | — | $2,396 |
About National Science and Technology Medals Foundation Inc
Based on IRS filings
National Science and Technology Medals Foundation Inc is a public charity, based in Washington, DC. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $1.1M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 2 grants totaling $153K. Net investment income was $241.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
National Science and Technology Medals Foundation Inc is led by Andrew Rathmann-Noonan, President since 2021 (on filings since 2020); 3 of 12 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Andrew Rathmann-Noonan
President
Executive Di → President, 2021
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$142K (2020) → $157K (2024)
Katharine Biddle
Employee
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$124K (2022) → $163K (2024)
Omomayowa Awe
Executive Di
Employee → Executive Di, 2024
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$202K (2022) → $224K (2024)
Megan Roberts
Secretary
Board Member → Secretary, 2021
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Monique Dorsainvil
Vice Chair
Board Member → Vice Chair, 2021
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Robin Rathmann-Noonan
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Smita Satiani
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Todd Elmer
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Vinton Cerf
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Alisa Bergman
Board Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
David Canada
Board Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Howard Ekundayo
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (6)
- Former: Afua Bruce (2020–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Joseph Desimone (2021–2023) — Board Member
- Former: James Rathmann (2020–2022) — Board Chair
- Former: Allison C. Courtin (2020–2021) — Employee
- Former: Laura C. Charity (2020–2021) — Employee
- Former: Richard J. Elkus Jr. (2020–2021) — Board Member
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "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 $224K, to Omomayowa Awe (Executive Di). 3 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about National Science and Technology Medals Foundation Inc
How much does National Science and Technology Medals Foundation Inc give each year?
National Science and Technology Medals Foundation Inc gave $153K across 2 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $188K across 2 grants.
How large is National Science and Technology Medals Foundation Inc?
National Science and Technology Medals Foundation Inc reported $1.1M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $2.0M.
Where does National Science and Technology Medals Foundation Inc operate?
National Science and Technology Medals Foundation Inc has awarded grants in California, District of Columbia, Texas.
What is National Science and Technology Medals Foundation Inc's EIN?
National Science and Technology Medals Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 52-1703587. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(5)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 10, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS October 30, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 5, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS August 25, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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