Society of Experimental Social Psychology Inc
Scientific organization dedicated to the advancement of social psychology. Annual meeting held each October to further this mission. SESP also publishes two research journals which can be accessed online by all members.
Society of Experimental Social Psychology Inc at a glance
In short: Society of Experimental Social Psychology Inc gave $8K across 1 grant in 2024 (avg $8K), mostly in District of Columbia. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $7,860
- Grants made (2024)
- 1
- Average grant
- $7,860
- Median grant
- $7,860
- Total assets
- $457,319
- -1.1% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- District of Columbia (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who Society of Experimental Social Psychology Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Federal Associations of Brain and Behavioral Sciences ($8K).
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 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 $8K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Federal Associations of Brain and Behavioral Sciences Washington, DC | The Association works to advance human understanding of the mind, brain and behaviour through advocacy and education. | $7,860 |
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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 | $457,319 | $153,940 | $158,995 | $7,860 | 1 | $30 |
| 2023 | $462,374 | $210,831 | $123,701 | — | — | $13 |
| 2022 | $375,244 | $258,039 | $241,473 | — | — | $32 |
| 2021 | $358,678 | $168,080 | $171,933 | — | — | $15 |
| 2020 | $349,875 | $60,313 | $48,927 | — | — | $646 |
About Society of Experimental Social Psychology Inc
Based on IRS filings
Society of Experimental Social Psychology Inc is a public charity focused on Mental Health & Crisis Intervention, based in State College, PA. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $457K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 1 grant totaling $8K. Net investment income was $30.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Society of Experimental Social Psychology Inc is led by Lora Park, President since 2023 (on filings since 2022); 1 of 11 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Lora Park
President
Vice President → President, 2023
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Steve Stroessner
Executive Officer
On filings since 2020
8 hrs/week
$15K (2020) → $20K (2024)
Shira Gabriel
Past President
Secretary & Treasurer → President, 2022
President → Past President, 2023
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Abigail Scholer
Vice President & Secretary
Secretary & Treasurer → Vice President & Secretary, 2023
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Emily Balcetis
Executive Committee
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Mina Cikara
Executive Committee
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Gordon Moskiwitz
Executive Committee
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lara Aknin
Executive Committee
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Maureen Craig
Executive Committee
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Michael Bernstein
Executive Committee
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Nick Rule
Executive Committee
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (9)
- Former: Ashby Plant (2020–2022) — Executive Committee
- Former: Ed Hirt (2020–2022) — Executive Committee
- Former: Graine Fitzsimmons (2020–2022) — Executive Committee
- Former: Jeffrey Sherman (2020–2022) — Executive Committee
- Former: Kerri Johnson (2020–2022) — Past President
- Former: Lisa Molix (2020–2022) — Executive Committee
- Former: Daphna Oyserman (2020–2021) — Executive Committee
- Former: David Amodio (2020–2021) — Vice President
- Former: Kentaro Fujita (2020–2021) — Executive Committee
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 $20K, to Steve Stroessner (Exec Officer).
Frequently asked questions about Society of Experimental Social Psychology Inc
How much does Society of Experimental Social Psychology Inc give each year?
Society of Experimental Social Psychology Inc gave $8K across 1 grant in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990.
How large is Society of Experimental Social Psychology Inc?
Society of Experimental Social Psychology Inc reported $457K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $154K.
What is Society of Experimental Social Psychology Inc?
Society of Experimental Social Psychology Inc is a public charity focused on Mental Health & Crisis Intervention, based in State College, PA. It holds $457K in total assets as of 2024.
Where does Society of Experimental Social Psychology Inc operate?
Society of Experimental Social Psychology Inc has awarded grants in District of Columbia.
What is Society of Experimental Social Psychology Inc's EIN?
Society of Experimental Social Psychology Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 45-4111675. 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
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 10, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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