The Sharing Network Foundation Inc
The primary purpose of the organization is to (1) support and promote the donation of organs and tissues for transplantation, therapy, research and education, (2) foster education and research with respect to human organ and tissue donation and (3) foster public service programs and the education of the public on the importance and benefits of organ and tissue donation. The organization was also formed to be an integral part of and support the tax-exempt purposes, programs and services of nj organ and tissue sharing network, inc.; an organization recognized by the irs as tax-exempt under internal revenue code section 501 (c)(3). In connection therewith, the organization will raise funds for grants to nj organ and tissue sharing network or to operate programs that support the charitable purposes, programs and services of nj organ and tissue sharing network, based on requests of nj organ and tissue sharing network. In addition, the organization will seek out and make grants to internal r
The Sharing Network Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: The Sharing Network Foundation Inc gave $220K across 3 grants in 2024 (avg $73K), mostly in New Jersey. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $219,915
- +67.1% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 3
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $73,305
- +67.1% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $5,532,150
- +229.3% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- New Jersey (97% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who The Sharing Network Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 3 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was NJ Organ and Tissue Sharing Network ($202K). Together the top 3 received $220K.
Grant Size Distribution
11 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 4 grants of 11 (36%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 3 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The Sharing Network Foundation Inc gives
- Giving grew 55% 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 2019 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $62K (2022) to $635K (2019). In 2024 it made 3 grants totaling $220K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| NJ Organ and Tissue Sharing Network New Providence, NJ | Program Support | $202,415 |
| Saint barnabas health care system fdn Oceanport, NJ | Program Support | $10,000 |
| OneLegacy Foundation Azusa, CA | Program Support | $7,500 |
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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 | $5,532,150 | $1,246,640 | $1,219,687 | $219,915 | 3 | $124,083 |
| 2023 | $1,679,869 | $1,686,098 | $1,469,842 | $131,623 | 3 | $43,196 |
| 2022 | $1,180,624 | $1,091,199 | $1,353,377 | $61,577 | 1 | $5,340 |
| 2021 | $1,766,121 | $1,484,701 | $1,427,934 | $142,068 | 2 | $776 |
| 2020 | $1,469,781 | $1,059,123 | $1,185,837 | $308,308 | 2 | $1,365 |
| 2019 | $1,438,020 | $1,418,835 | $1,261,242 | $635,381 | 2 | $849 |
About The Sharing Network Foundation Inc
Based on IRS filings
The Sharing Network Foundation Inc is a public charity focused on Health, based in New Providence, NJ. IRS filing data is available from 2019 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $5.5M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 3 grants totaling $220K. Net investment income was $124K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The Sharing Network Foundation Inc is led by Carolyn Welsh, President & CEO on every filing since 2023; none of the 21 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Carolyn Welsh
President & CEO
On filings since 2023
55 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Amanda A. Tibok
Executive Director
On filings since 2022
55 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Christopher J. Bautista
Chairman-Trustee
Trustee → Chairman - Trustee, 2021
Chairman - Trustee → Chairman-Trustee, 2024
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Ronald Oswick
Chairman - Trustee
Vice Chairman - Trustee → Vice Chair - Trustee, 2023
Vice Chair - Trustee → Chairman - Trustee, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Elizabeth Stamler
Trustee
Secretary - Trustee → Secretary & Treasurer - Trustee, 2023
Secretary & Treasurer - Trustee → Trustee, 2024
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jane A. Buckiewicz
Trustee
Trustee → Vice Chair - Trustee, 2021
Vice Chair - Trustee → Trustee, 2024
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Paul Jova
Trustee
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Philip S. Kolm
Trustee
Chair - Trustee → Trustee, 2021
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Sandy Erwin
Secretary & Treasurer - Trustee
Trustee → Secretary & Treasurer - Trustee, 2024
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Stephen A. Orenchuk
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Steve Alessi
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mitch Kogen
Trustee
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
JP Bartolomeo
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Lakisha S. Bray
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Lorie A. Rodimer
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Robert Ring
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Barbara Sine
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Deepa Iyer MD
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Stacey Romanello
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Michael Rizzo
Vice Chair - Trustee
Trustee → Vice Chair - Trustee, 2024
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Debbie T Prince
Vice Chair - Trustee
Trustee → Vice Chair - Trustee, 2024
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (20)
- Former: Bernard Simon (2019–2023) — Trustee
- Former: Elisse E. Glennon (2019–2023) — Former Officer
- Former: Joseph S. Roth (2019–2023) — Vice President Public Policy
- Former: Patrick M. Buddle MD (2019–2023) — Trustee
- Former: Bhavna Tailor (2019–2022) — Treasurer - Trustee
- Former: Ezequiel M. Garcia Sr. (2019–2022) — Trustee
- Former: Victor D. Disanto (2019–2022) — Trustee
- Former: Dan Sarnowski (2019–2021) — Trustee
- Former: F. Michael Giles (2019–2021) — Trustee
- Former: Randi Geffner (2019–2021) — Trustee
- Former: Arif Asif Md Mhcm Facp (2020–2021) — Trustee
- Former: Amina Bey Mpa (2020) — Trustee
- Former: Debra L. Morganmhamswlcsw (2020) — Trustee
- Former: Laura Coti Garrett Ms Rdn (2020) — Trustee
- Former: Arif Asif MD (2019) — Trustee
- Former: Cheryl H. Cohen MBA (2019) — Trustee
- Former: Debra L. Morganmhams (2019) — Trustee
- Former: Laura Coti Garrett Ms (2019) — Trustee
- Former: Marla Bace (2019) — Trustee
- Former: Ron Oswick (2019) — Trustee
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2024. "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 The Sharing Network Foundation Inc
How much does The Sharing Network Foundation Inc give each year?
The Sharing Network Foundation Inc gave $220K across 3 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $132K across 3 grants.
What is The Sharing Network Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
The Sharing Network Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $73,305, across 3 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does The Sharing Network Foundation Inc give grants?
The Sharing Network Foundation Inc gives mostly in New Jersey: 97% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there.
Does The Sharing Network Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 3 grants with a stated purpose on The Sharing Network Foundation Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Program Support" (3 grants).
How large is The Sharing Network Foundation Inc?
The Sharing Network Foundation Inc reported $5.5M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $1.2M.
What is The Sharing Network Foundation Inc?
The Sharing Network Foundation Inc is a public charity focused on Health, based in New Providence, NJ. It holds $5.5M in total assets as of 2024.
What is The Sharing Network Foundation Inc's EIN?
The Sharing Network Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-2737719. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS June 11, 2020)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS May 17, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS June 9, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS August 25, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS May 14, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS August 19, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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