Society of Toxicology
The Society of Toxicology (SOT) is a public charity based in Reston, Virginia, formed in 1963. It supports the advancement and communication of toxicology through scientific meetings, publications, committees, awards, grants, and other strategic activities.
Society of Toxicology at a glance
In short: Society of Toxicology gave $139K across 11 grants in 2025 (avg $13K), top state Kentucky. 27% of 2025 grantees were new. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $138,827
- -8.7% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 11
- -8.3% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $12,621
- -0.4% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $12,000
- Total assets
- $18,475,923
- +6.3% vs 2024
- New grantees (estimate)
- 27% first-time grantees (3 of 11, 2025; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Kentucky (30% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Society of Toxicology
- How to Apply
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For Global Initiatives Funding, submit the request to SOT Headquarters by a quarterly deadline. For individual awards, use the instructions on the applicable award page. The Colgate-Palmolive award uses its listed application materials and eligibility criteria.
- Review Cycle
- Global Initiatives Funding requests are due January 1, April 1, July 1, or October 1. The Colgate-Palmolive Grant for Alternative Research application deadline is October 9, 2026.
- Deadline
- Global Initiatives Funding requests are due January 1, April 1, July 1, or October 1.
- Contact
Mailing address: 11190 Sunrise Valley Drive 300, Reston, VA 20191
Phone: (703) 438-3115
Website: https://toxicology.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
110 open opportunities from Society of Toxicology
A-E SOT Maryanne Stock Student Research Award Grant
Society of Toxicology
Amount
Up to US $1,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
A-E SOT Regional Chapter Student Travel Award Grant
Society of Toxicology
Amount
US $500
Deadline
Deadline not published
AACT and InnoStar Best Abstract Awards Grant
Society of Toxicology
Amount
US $200 - US $500
Deadline
Deadline not published
Who Society of Toxicology funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was University of Louisville ($33K). Together the top 10 received $131K.
Grant Size Distribution
60 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 60 grants of 60 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
SOT is based in Reston, Virginia. Its 2025 grant dollars went to recipients in multiple states; the largest reported shares were Kentucky (30%), New York (15%), and Virginia, Tennessee, and Indiana (9% each).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 11 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Society of Toxicology open to new grantees?
27%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 3 of 11 grantees (27%) were first-time recipients. With only 11 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 9 points. First grants averaged $17K; repeat grants $11K. How we count
Medians: $10K first-time, $12K repeat.
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2019–2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2019 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $117K (2021) to $220K (2019). In 2025 it made 11 grants totaling $139K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Louisville Louisville, KY | Student Internship - Fellowship | $33,000 |
| Rutgers the State University of NJ New Brunswick, NY | Student Internship - Fellowship | $12,494 |
| International Union of Toxicology Reston, VA | Student Internship - Fellowship | $12,333 |
| King University Bristol, TN | Student Internship - Fellowship | $12,000 |
| The Trustees of Purdue University West Lafayette, IN | Student Internship - Fellowship | $12,000 |
| Kumc Research Institute Inc Kansas City, KS | Student Internship - Fellowship | $12,000 |
| Research Triangle Institute International Research Triangle Park, NC | Student Internship - Fellowship | $11,000 |
| University of Washington Seattle, WA | Student Internship - Fellowship | $10,000 |
| Stony Brook University Stony Brook, NY | Student Internship - Fellowship | $8,000 |
| Northern Kentucky University Highland Heights, KY | Student Internship - Fellowship | $8,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $18,475,923 | $7,921,128 | $7,681,803 | $138,827 | 11 | $595,138 |
| 2024 | $17,386,489 | $7,545,400 | $8,076,051 | $152,083 | 12 | $226,607 |
| 2023 | $16,705,528 | $7,575,120 | $7,921,596 | $132,217 | 14 | $427,512 |
| 2022 | $16,858,021 | $7,344,865 | $7,784,867 | $207,995 | 14 | $974,402 |
| 2021 | $19,615,880 | $6,972,488 | $5,927,515 | $116,540 | 9 | $2,114,416 |
| 2020 | $18,372,678 | $6,196,147 | $6,723,734 | $180,000 | 8 | $1,421,448 |
| 2019 | $19,222,783 | $7,979,982 | $7,653,310 | $220,163 | 13 | $755,803 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
SOT states that its mission is “to promote the acquisition and utilization of knowledge in toxicology and to facilitate the exchange of information among its members as well as among investigators of other scientific disciplines.” Its 2024–2027 strategic plan prioritizes scientific excellence, communication of scientific advances, development of toxicologists, and a welcoming, diverse, inclusive culture.
SOT’s funding includes student internship-fellowships, travel and trainee awards, and research support. For example, its Colgate-Palmolive Grant for Alternative Research supports projects to promote, develop, refine, or validate scientifically acceptable alternatives to animal methods for chemical and formulation safety assessment. SOT’s Global Initiatives Funding supports eligible meetings or programs relevant to its strategic vision.
The 2025 recipients illustrate several types of organizations supported. The University of Louisville Research Foundation says it promotes and supports research projects, investigations, clinical services, and other activities related to the university’s missions. The University of Kansas Medical Center Research Institute says it promotes and aids the medical center’s research, educational, and service functions. King University describes its mission as preparing students to serve as thoughtful, resourceful, and responsible citizens. Research Triangle Institute says it aims to improve the human condition by turning knowledge into practice.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, SOT reported 11 grants totaling $138,827. Grant amounts ranged from $8,000 to $33,000, with a median of $12,000. The stated purpose for the listed grants was student internship-fellowship.
The largest grant was $33,000 to the University of Louisville. Other notable grants were $12,494 to Rutgers the State University of New Jersey; $12,333 to the International Union of Toxicology; $12,000 each to King University, the Trustees of Purdue University, and the University of Kansas Medical Center Research Institute; and $11,000 to Research Triangle Institute International.
SOT also offers award programs for scientists and trainees. The IRSS Outstanding Postdoctoral Trainee Award, for example, provides a $500 cash award to recognize contributions in inhalation or respiratory toxicology. The NCAC-SOT Fall Symposium Trainee Abstract Award offers $100 or $200 to eligible trainees presenting research at the chapter symposium.
For Global Initiatives Funding, applications are reviewed quarterly. Applicants are asked to provide meeting or program details, an organizing committee roster, an itinerary and speaker list, a rationale identifying beneficiaries, and an itemized budget. The request must also explain, in no more than 250 words, the meeting’s relevance to SOT’s strategic vision. Funding is typically $500–$4,000.
The Colgate-Palmolive Grant for Alternative Research offers a maximum cash award of $40,000. Applicants may be at any career stage and do not have to be SOT members when applying, but a selected nonmember must apply for membership. The application calls for a face page, a proposal including an abstract and research plan, a CV, and a signed institutional letter attesting to laboratory access. Evaluation considers applicant capacity, research implications, scientific and technical merit, and budget.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Tonia Masson as executive director; Cynthia Rider, PhD, as president; James P. Luyendyk, PhD, as vice president; Rebecca C. Fry, PhD, as treasurer; and Matthew J. Campen, PhD, as secretary. Other listed officers and directors are Laurie C. Haws, PhD, past president; Robyn Tanguay, PhD, vice president-elect; Dana Dolinoy, PhD, secretary-elect; and Joshua Gray and Corie Ellison, councilors.
Society of Toxicology is led by Tonia M. Masson, Executive Director on every filing since 2019; none of the 14 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Tonia M. Masson
Executive Director
On filings since 2019
40 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Cynthia V. Rider PhD
President
Vice President-Elect → Vice President, 2024
Vice President → President, 2025
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Laurie C. Haws PhD
Past President
Vice President → President, 2024
President → Past President, 2025
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Robyn L. Tanguay PhD
Vice President-Elect
Councilor → Vice President-Elect, 2025
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Chidozie J. Amuzie PhD
Councilor
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
James P. Luyendyk PhD
Vice President
Secretary → Vice President-Elect, 2024
Vice President-Elect → Vice President, 2025
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jennifer L. Rayner PhD
Councilor
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Matthew J. Campen PhD
Secretary
Secretary-Elect → Secretary, 2024
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Agnes L. Karmaus PhD
Councilor
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Darryl B. Hood PhD
Councilor
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Rebecca C. Fry PhD
Treasurer
Treasurer - Elect → Treasurer, 2025
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Corie Ellison PhD
Councilor
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Dana Dolinoy PhD
Secretary-Elect
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Joshua Gray PhD
Councilor
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (30)
- Former: Betina J. Lew PhD (2023–2024) — Councilor
- Former: Brian S. Cummings PhD (2023–2024) — Treasurer
- Former: Dori R. Germolec PhD (2023–2024) — Past President
- Former: Lauren M. Aleksunes PhD (2023–2024) — Councilor
- Former: Michael Aschner PhD (2019–2023) — Past President
- Former: Antonio T. Baines PhD (2022–2023) — Councilor
- Former: Martha Malone (2022–2023) — Deputy Executive Director
- Former: Betty Eidemiller (2023) — Education Director
- Former: Veronica Fisher (2023) — Accountant
- Former: Anthony M. Ndifor PhD (2019–2022) — Treasurer
- Former: Barbara Lf Kaplan PhD (2019–2022) — Councilor
- Former: Courtney Ew Sulentic PhD (2019–2022) — Councilor
- Former: George P. Daston PhD (2019–2022) — President
- Former: Ronald N. Hines PhD (2019–2022) — Past President
- Former: Myrtle A. Davis PhD (2020–2022) — Vice President
- Former: Suzanne Compton Fitzpatrick PhD (2020–2022) — Secretary
- Former: Alison Harrill PhD (2021–2022) — Councilor
- Former: Christine P. Curran PhD (2021–2022) — Councilor
- Former: Mary Gilbert PhD (2021–2022) — Treasurer-Elect
- Former: Sue Marty PhD (2021–2022) — Councilor
- Former: Vishal Vaidya PhD (2021–2022) — Councilor
- Former: Virunya Baht PhD (2022) — Councilor
- Former: Virunya S. Bhat PhD (2020–2021) — Councilor
- Former: Michael Aschnerphd (2021) — Vice President-Elect
- Former: Anne H. Chappelle PhD (2019–2020) — Councilor
- Former: Leigh Ann Burns Naas PhD (2019–2020) — Past President
- Former: Michael J. Carvaniii PhD (2019–2020) — Councilor
- Former: Mary Beth Genter PhD (2019) — Councilor
- Former: Patricia E. Ganey PhD (2019) — Past President
- Former: Paul Md Foster PhD (2019) — Councilor
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2025. "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 Society of Toxicology
How much does Society of Toxicology give each year?
Society of Toxicology gave $139K across 11 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. In 2024 it gave $152K across 12 grants.
What is Society of Toxicology's typical grant size?
Society of Toxicology's median grant in 2025 was $12,000, and its average grant was $12,621, across 11 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from Society of Toxicology that year got $17K on average.
Where does Society of Toxicology give grants?
Society of Toxicology's top state is Kentucky, with 30% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990. The next largest states were New York (15%) and Virginia (9%).
Does Society of Toxicology give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 11 grants with a stated purpose on Society of Toxicology's 2025 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Student Internship - Fellowship" (10 grants).
Who are Society of Toxicology's largest grantees?
Society of Toxicology's largest 2025 grantees include University of Louisville ($33,000), Rutgers the State University of NJ ($12,494) and International Union of Toxicology ($12,333), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. Together they received 42% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Society of Toxicology?
Society of Toxicology reported $18.5M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $7.9M.
What does Society of Toxicology fund?
SOT states that its mission is “to promote the acquisition and utilization of knowledge in toxicology and to facilitate the exchange of information among its members as well as among investigators of other scientific disciplines.” See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Society of Toxicology?
For Global Initiatives Funding, submit the request to SOT Headquarters by a quarterly deadline. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Society of Toxicology's EIN?
Society of Toxicology's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 52-6057050. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2025.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(8)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS April 6, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS May 4, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS May 9, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS May 8, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS April 28, 2025)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS March 25, 2020)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 15, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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