The John B Pierce Laboratory Inc
To conduct basic research on the interactions between physiological systems and the stresses imposed by the modern environment with the goal of optimizing these interactions to improve human health and comfort.
The John B Pierce Laboratory Inc at a glance
In short: The John B Pierce Laboratory Inc gave $18K across 1 grant in 2024 (avg $18K), mostly in Connecticut. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $18,280
- -93.1% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 1
- -50.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $18,280
- -86.1% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $18,280
- Total assets
- $5,279,680
- -1.0% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Connecticut (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who The John B Pierce Laboratory Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Yale University ($18K).
Grant Size Distribution
27 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $100–250K range: 10 grants of 27 (37%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2024 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
Cities
How The John B Pierce Laboratory Inc gives
- Giving fell 99% 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 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $18K (2024) to $1.9M (2020). In 2024 it made 1 grant totaling $18K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Yale University New Haven, CT | Research projects on mechanisms and interventions addressing accelerated cardiovascular disease risk in women with endometriosis | $18,280 |
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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 | $5,279,680 | $4,647,201 | $5,512,163 | $18,280 | 1 | — |
| 2023 | $5,332,394 | $4,674,496 | $4,568,542 | $263,619 | 2 | $-38,315 |
| 2022 | $6,496,534 | $4,824,865 | $5,450,419 | $656,263 | 5 | $491,737 |
| 2021 | $10,117,404 | $6,351,380 | $6,497,928 | $1,444,376 | 9 | $379,691 |
| 2020 | $14,065,641 | $5,922,960 | $6,846,648 | $1,887,635 | 10 | $98,177 |
About The John B Pierce Laboratory Inc
Based on IRS filings
The John B Pierce Laboratory Inc is a public charity focused on Science & Technology, based in New Haven, CT. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $5.3M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 1 grant totaling $18K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The John B Pierce Laboratory Inc is led by Margaret P. Mason, President & Director since 2021 (on filings since 2020); all 12 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Margaret P. Mason
President & Director
Vice President & Director → President & Director, 2021
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
$7K (2020) → $14K (2024)
Anthony Scillia
Vice President & Director
President & Director → Vice President & Director, 2021
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
$7K (2020) → $7K (2024)
Geoffrey Etherington
Treasurer & Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
$7K (2020) → $7K (2024)
John Buckley
Director of Technical Support Services
Shop Manager → Director of Technical Support Services, 2022
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$128K (2020) → $146K (2024)
Kevin Myatt
Vice President & Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
$7K (2020) → $7K (2024)
William Ginsberg
Secretary & Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
$7K (2020) → $7K (2024)
Chris Vendola
Director of Facilities
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$151K (2023) → $153K (2024)
Michele Solomon
Director of Operations
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$168K (2023) → $178K (2024)
John Geibel
Past Director of the Lab
Vice President & Director → Director of the Lab, 2021
Director of the Lab → Past Director of the Lab, 2024
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$7K (2020) → $192K (2024)
Justus Verhagen
Fellow
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$140K (2020) → $148K (2024)
Nina Stachenfeld
Fellow
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$143K (2020) → $153K (2024)
Vincent Pieribone
Fellow
Director of the Lab → Past Director of the Lab, 2021
Past Director of the Lab → Fellow, 2022
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$258K (2020) → $175K (2024)
Former officers (2)
- Former: Barry Green (2020–2022) — Fellow
- Former: Rich Chuma (2020–2021) — Business Manager
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 $192K, to John Geibel (Past Director of the Lab). 12 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The John B Pierce Laboratory Inc
How much does The John B Pierce Laboratory Inc give each year?
The John B Pierce Laboratory Inc gave $18K across 1 grant in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $264K across 2 grants.
How large is The John B Pierce Laboratory Inc?
The John B Pierce Laboratory Inc reported $5.3M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $4.6M.
What is The John B Pierce Laboratory Inc?
The John B Pierce Laboratory Inc is a public charity focused on Science & Technology, based in New Haven, CT. It holds $5.3M in total assets as of 2024.
Where does The John B Pierce Laboratory Inc operate?
The John B Pierce Laboratory Inc has awarded grants in Connecticut, Mississippi, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas.
What is The John B Pierce Laboratory Inc's EIN?
The John B Pierce Laboratory Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 06-0646780. 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
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS September 22, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS October 28, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS October 24, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS October 15, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS September 24, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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