The Torch Relay for Children's Miracle Network Inc
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The Torch Relay for Children's Miracle Network Inc at a glance
In short: The Torch Relay for Children's Miracle Network Inc gave $1.2M across 5 grants in 2026 (avg $237K), top state Florida. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $1,187,495
- +44.3% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 5
- -58.3% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $237,499
- +246.2% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $290,541
- Primary geography
- Florida (28% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2026; updated September 2026.
Who The Torch Relay for Children's Miracle Network Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 5 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children ($327K). Together the top 5 received $1.2M.
Grant Size Distribution
84 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 69 grants of 84 (82%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 5 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The Torch Relay for Children's Miracle Network Inc gives
- Giving grew 188% from 2023 to 2026. 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 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $178K (2021) to $1.2M (2026). In 2026 it made 5 grants totaling $1.2M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Orlando, FL | Children's Mircale Network Support | $327,304 |
| Phoenix Children's Hospital Phoenix, AZ | Children's Miracle Network Support | $303,341 |
| Primary Children's Medical Center Salt Lake City, UT | Children's Miracle Network Support | $290,541 |
| Children's Hospital Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA | Children's Miracle Network Support | $143,245 |
| Medical University of South Carolina Charleston, SC | Children's Miracle Network Support | $123,064 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | $1,360,936 | $1,376,125 | $1,187,495 | 5 |
| 2025 | $3,778 | $1,310,545 | $1,306,767 | $823,122 | 12 |
| 2024 | — | $925,010 | $925,010 | $740,630 | 18 |
| 2023 | — | $570,854 | $570,854 | $412,311 | 20 |
| 2022 | — | $400,391 | $400,391 | $281,391 | 29 |
| 2021 | — | $271,317 | $271,317 | $177,782 | 24 |
About The Torch Relay for Children's Miracle Network Inc
Based on IRS filings
The Torch Relay for Children's Miracle Network Inc is a public charity focused on Medical Research, based in Orlando, FL. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2026. In 2026, it awarded 5 grants totaling $1.2M.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The Torch Relay for Children's Miracle Network Inc is led by Keith Kocarek, President & CEO since 2024 (on filings since 2021); none of the 7 officers listed in 2026 report compensation.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Keith Kocarek
President & CEO
President → President & CEO, 2024
On filings since 2021
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Steve Short
Board Chairman
Director → Board Chairman, 2025
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Cheryl Rutenburg
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Joanna Todd
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Scott Weisz
Director
On filings since 2025
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kristen Schavemaker
Director
New on the 2026 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Dan Bretl
Vice President
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2026. "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 Torch Relay for Children's Miracle Network Inc
How much does The Torch Relay for Children's Miracle Network Inc give each year?
The Torch Relay for Children's Miracle Network Inc gave $1.2M across 5 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990. In 2025 it gave $823K across 12 grants.
What is The Torch Relay for Children's Miracle Network Inc's typical grant size?
The Torch Relay for Children's Miracle Network Inc's median grant in 2026 was $290,541, and its average grant was $237,499, across 5 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990.
Where does The Torch Relay for Children's Miracle Network Inc give grants?
The Torch Relay for Children's Miracle Network Inc's top state is Florida, with 28% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990. The next largest states were Arizona (26%) and Utah (24%).
Does The Torch Relay for Children's Miracle Network Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2026: none of the 5 grants with a stated purpose on The Torch Relay for Children's Miracle Network Inc's 2026 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Children's Miracle Network Support" (4 grants).
Who are The Torch Relay for Children's Miracle Network Inc's largest grantees?
The Torch Relay for Children's Miracle Network Inc's largest 2026 grantees include Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children ($327,304), Phoenix Children's Hospital ($303,341) and Primary Children's Medical Center ($290,541), according to its 2026 IRS Form 990. Together they received 78% of its itemized 2026 grant dollars.
What is The Torch Relay for Children's Miracle Network Inc?
The Torch Relay for Children's Miracle Network Inc is a public charity focused on Medical Research, based in Orlando, FL.
What is The Torch Relay for Children's Miracle Network Inc's EIN?
The Torch Relay for Children's Miracle Network Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 80-0080028. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2026.
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
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS October 26, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS August 2, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 8, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS August 28, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS September 12, 2025)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS June 3, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
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