The Manufacturing Institute
The Manufacturing Institute's mission is to build a resilient manufacturing workforce prepared for the challenges and opportunities of the future. Through implementing groundbreaking programs, convening industry leaders and conducting innovative research, the mi furthers individual opportunity, community prosperity and a more competitive manufacturing industry. As the 501 (c)3 nonprofit workforce development and education affiliate of the national association of manufacturers, the mi is a trusted adviser to manufacturers, equipping them with solutions to address the toughest workforce issues
The Manufacturing Institute at a glance
In short: The Manufacturing Institute gave $150K across 1 grant in 2024 (avg $150K), mostly in Massachusetts. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $150,000
- -34.1% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 1
- -87.5% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $150,000
- +427.5% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $150,000
- Total assets
- $10,320,722
- +21.3% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Massachusetts (100% 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 The Manufacturing Institute
Open Grants
3 open opportunities from The Manufacturing Institute
Heroes MAKE America - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certification Training Program
The Manufacturing Institute
Amount
$500,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
Women MAKE America Champion Award
The Manufacturing Institute
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Deadline not published
Women MAKE Awards (Women MAKE America Initiative)
The Manufacturing Institute
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Deadline not published
Who The Manufacturing Institute funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Jobs for the Future Inc ($150K).
Grant Size Distribution
15 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 12 grants of 15 (80%).
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 Manufacturing Institute gives
- Giving grew 200% 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 $50K (2021) to $228K (2023). In 2024 it made 1 grant totaling $150K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jobs for the Future Inc Boston, MA | Military Lers & Badging Manufacturing Skills | $150,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,320,722 | $8,840,593 | $7,639,458 | $150,000 | 1 | $243,168 |
| 2023 | $8,505,501 | $8,214,206 | $9,591,607 | $227,500 | 8 | $134,823 |
| 2022 | $10,834,691 | $8,998,894 | $11,637,765 | $50,000 | 1 | $9,232 |
| 2021 | $12,149,684 | $11,688,291 | $7,177,784 | $50,000 | 5 | $1,177 |
| 2020 | $7,243,553 | $8,055,776 | $3,952,303 | — | — | $4,707 |
About The Manufacturing Institute
Based on IRS filings
The Manufacturing Institute is a public charity, based in Washington, DC. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $10.3M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 1 grant totaling $150K. Net investment income was $243K.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The Manufacturing Institute is led by Carolyn Lee, President & Executive Director since 2022 (on filings since 2020); 8 of 17 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Carolyn Lee
President & Executive Director
Executive Director → President & Executive Director, 2022
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$537K (2022) → $528K (2024)
Jay Timmons
Chairman
Chairman of the Board → Board Chair, 2023
Board Chair → Chairman, 2024
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
James Davis
Director & Fame
National Director - Fame Usa → Director & Fame, 2024
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$167K (2022) → $162K (2024)
Amy Thomas
Director, Military & Veterans Initiatives
National Director - Military & Veterans Initiative → Director, Military & Veterans Initiatives, 2024
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$148K (2023) → $161K (2024)
Pooja Tripathi
Director & Workforce Innovation
Senior Director Workforce Innovation → Director & Workforce Innovation, 2024
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$157K (2023) → $158K (2024)
Rachelle Wolford
Director & Heroes
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$121K (2024)
Chris Nielsen
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Karl Hutter
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Nicolas Pinchuk
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mary Andringa
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kathy Wengel
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Rose Lee
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Gardner Carrick
Chief Program Officer
Vice President - Strategic Initiatives → Vice President - Workforce Solutions, 2021
Vice President - Workforce Solutions → Chief Program Officer, 2024
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$263K (2022) → $263K (2024)
Keith Smith
Chief Administrative Officer
On filings since 2022
34 hrs/week
$408K (2022) → $407K (2024)
Rachael Scheffler
Assistant Vice President Partnerships & Philanthropy
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$165K (2024)
Julie Chase
General Counsel & Secretary
Nam Senior Compliance Counsel → General Counsel & Secretary, 2022
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Todd Boppell
Treasurer
Director → Director & Acting Treasurer, 2023
Director & Acting Treasurer → Treasurer, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (11)
- Former: Herbert Grant (2022–2023) — Vice President - Program Execution
- Former: Amanda Jorgenson (2020–2022) — Vice President - Strategic Eng. & Inclusion
- Former: David McKnight (2020–2022) — Vice President - Business Relations & Ptrships
- Former: Vicki Holt (2021–2022) — Director
- Former: Simon Suran (2022) — Treasurer
- Former: Babs Chase (2020–2021) — Vice President - M & V Programs
- Former: Julia Asoni (2020–2021) — Senior Dr - Youth Engage
- Former: Kathryn E. Wengel (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Timothy Rogers (2020–2021) — Treasurer
- Former: Herb Grant (2021) — Vice President - Program Execution
- Former: David Steel (2020) — Director
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 $528K, to Carolyn Lee (President & Executive Dire). 8 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The Manufacturing Institute
How much does The Manufacturing Institute give each year?
The Manufacturing Institute gave $150K across 1 grant in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $228K across 8 grants.
How large is The Manufacturing Institute?
The Manufacturing Institute reported $10.3M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $8.8M.
Where does The Manufacturing Institute operate?
The Manufacturing Institute has awarded grants in California, Georgia, Illinois, Kansas, Massachusetts, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Texas, Utah, Washington.
What is The Manufacturing Institute's EIN?
The Manufacturing Institute's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 52-1073576. 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 October 26, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS October 19, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS September 16, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS October 29, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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