Nutrition Science Initiative
The organization operates as a nonprofit public-benefit organization with the mission of reducing the burden of chronic disease by engaging in the active conduct of medical research, focusing on the areas of nutrition and obesity research; to provide medical education to policy makers, the medical establishment, health organizations, and the American public about nutrition and diet.
Nutrition Science Initiative at a glance
In short: Nutrition Science Initiative gave $10K across 1 grant in 2020 (avg $10K), mostly in Michigan. Source: 2020 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2020)
- $10,000
- Grants made (2020)
- 1
- Average grant
- $10,000
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $92,568
- Primary geography
- Michigan (100% of itemized 2020 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2020 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2020; updated September 2026.
Who Nutrition Science Initiative funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2020
The largest 2020 recipient was University of Michigan School of Nursing Dept of Health Behavior & Biologic ($10K).
Grant Size Distribution
1 grant across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 1 grant of 1 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2020 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2020 it made 1 grant totaling $10K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan School of Nursing Dept of Health Behavior & Biologic Ann Arbor, MI | Grant to Support Planning Meeting for Proposed Study. | $10,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $92,568 | $330 | $63,042 | $10,000 | 1 | $30 |
About Nutrition Science Initiative
Based on IRS filings
Nutrition Science Initiative is a public charity focused on Medical Research, based in San Diego, CA. IRS filing data is available for 2020. As of 2020, the organization holds $93K in total assets. In 2020, it awarded 1 grant totaling $10K. Net investment income was $30.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Nutrition Science Initiative is led by Gary Taubes, Chairman, CEO & President on the 2020 filing; none of the 4 officers listed in 2020 report compensation.
Officers on the 2020 filing
Gary Taubes
Chairman, CEO & President
New on the 2020 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Fabrice Braunrot
Director
New on the 2020 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
John Schilling MD
Director
New on the 2020 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Victoria Bjorklund JD
Director
New on the 2020 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020. "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 Nutrition Science Initiative
How much does Nutrition Science Initiative give each year?
Nutrition Science Initiative gave $10K across 1 grant in 2020, according to its 2020 IRS Form 990.
How large is Nutrition Science Initiative?
Nutrition Science Initiative reported $93K in total assets on its 2020 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $330.
What is Nutrition Science Initiative?
Nutrition Science Initiative is a public charity focused on Medical Research, based in San Diego, CA. It holds $93K in total assets as of 2020.
Where does Nutrition Science Initiative operate?
Nutrition Science Initiative has awarded grants in Michigan.
What is Nutrition Science Initiative's EIN?
Nutrition Science Initiative's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 45-4676706. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020.
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 2020 (received by the IRS September 21, 2021)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal year 2020
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