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Mind Research Institute Inc

Equipping students to solve the world's most challenging problems.

Science & Technology Irvine, CA EIN: 872002807 (IRS) Sign up to see website
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Integrity Assessment
Strong transparency
90/100 · methodology

About Mind Research Institute Inc

High-quality, neuroscience-based K–6 math curriculum proven to deepen conceptual understanding, increase student engagement, and deliver visual, game-based learning that works in every classroom.

Founded
Headquarters
Irvine, CA
Foundation type
Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2))
NTEE code
U20
IRS subsection
501(c)(03)
Ruling date

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

IRS Tax-Deductible since 2022

Mission

Equipping students to solve the world's most challenging problems.

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
Cause tags

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar science & technology in United States
Program spending This charity: 91%
Peer average: 81%
CEO comp as % of revenue This charity: 1.14%
Peer average: 0.48%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 90
Peer average: 90

Concerns

· None found
No red flags found
Screened for IRS revocation history, Open investigations, Governance scandals, Related-party deals, Excessive exec comp.

Where every $1 goes

· FY2025 · IRS 990 (FY2025)
$0.91
Program$0.91
91% to programs beats the peer average (81%) and beats the Charity Navigator "highly efficient" threshold (75%).

GiveRadar Analysis

Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations

From what GiveRadar has verified so far, Mind Research Institute Inc has a substantially complete profile, cross-referenced across 4 independent sources including the IRS.

  • GiveRadar has verified more about this organization than about 99% of the 7,611 science & technology charities in the United States it tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. Most of those have little verified data on record yet. View this cohort
  • GiveRadar has cross-referenced this organization across 4 independent sources, led by the IRS - more than 83% of comparable charities. See the sources
  • It has more complete contact information than nearly all comparable charities, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
GiveRadar has verified
  • government registration
  • financial records (4 filed years)
  • disclosed leadership
  • a website
  • a contact email
  • third-party accreditation
Not yet verified by GiveRadar
  • a donation page
  • an owner-submitted profile claim

Analysis based on GiveRadar's benchmark dataset of 2026-07-03. It describes what GiveRadar has verified, not a judgment of the organization itself.

Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

Mind Research Institute Inc is a registered science & technology nonprofit based in Irvine, CA, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2021 and has been operating for 5 years. Its EIN is 872002807. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 90/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $6M in annual revenue. 41 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.

Mind Research Institute Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 872002807. This is the organization's IRS tax identification number; you can use it to verify tax-exempt status and to look up its Form 990 filings with the IRS.

Mind Research Institute Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 90 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 91% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for science & technology charities in United States is 90/100.

Mind Research Institute Inc is located in Irvine, CA, United States. The organization was established in 2021 and has been active for 5 years.

Based on official tax filings, Mind Research Institute Inc has $6M in annual revenue. It allocates 91% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 81% for science & technology charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $15M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

Mind Research Institute Inc is classified as a Science & Technology organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). It has $6M in annual revenue. The organization has 41 disclosed officers and directors.

No red flags have been detected for Mind Research Institute Inc. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.

According to GiveRadar's records, Mind Research Institute Inc holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It reports that 91% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 81%). GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.

High-quality, neuroscience-based K–6 math curriculum proven to deepen conceptual understanding, increase student engagement, and deliver visual, game-based learning that works in every classroom. Mind Research Institute Inc is classified as a science & technology organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2021.

Among science & technology charities registered in United States: It allocates 91% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 81%. Its annual revenue of $6M is below the peer average of $15M.

Yes, donations to Mind Research Institute Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Mind Research Institute Inc is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 872002807, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.

Annual revenue
$1M-$10M
91% to programs
Source: IRS 990 (FY2025) why this matters
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Filing history

4 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2025): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.

Years on record: FY2025, FY2024, FY2023, FY2022.
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Taxes

Tax-deductibility for donors

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Leadership

From FY2025 filing

CH
Chuck A•••
Interim Executive Chairman

Officers & trustees (17)

Source: Public filings

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Latest news

From global news sources

9 articles found

From news sources and the organization. Shown for transparency; news never affects the integrity score.

Activity timeline

Filings and press mentions, merged

Form filed
$5.7M revenue
FY2025
IRS 990
Form filed
$4.9M revenue
FY2024
IRS 990
Form filed
$4.2M revenue
FY2023
IRS 990
Appel Alzheimer's Disease Research Institute Symposium Highlights Progress Towards New Treatments - WCM Newsroom
Dec 2023
news.weill.cornell.edu
Form filed
$4.2M revenue
FY2022
IRS 990
New Developments in Dementia Research Presented at Appel Alzheimer's Disease Research Institute Symposium - WCM Newsroom
Oct 2022
news.weill.cornell.edu
MIND Research Institute Announces New Vice President of Engagement - PR Newswire
Jul 2022
www.prnewswire.com
ST Math and MIND Research Institute CEO Brett Woudenberg Named 2021 EdTech Awards Finalists - PR Newswire
Apr 2021
www.prnewswire.com
Salt Sense: Scientists at the Feil Family Brain and Mind Research Institute Investigate the Link Between a High-Sodium D
Mar 2021
news.weill.cornell.edu
New Developments in Dementia Research Presented at Appel Alzheimer's Disease Research Institute Symposium - WCM Newsroom
Oct 2020
news.weill.cornell.edu
How MIND Research Institute moved quickly to offer free math education to students learning at home - Cisco Blogs
Apr 2020
blogs.cisco.com
New Feil Family Brain and Mind Research Institute Established at Weill Cornell Medical College - WCM Newsroom
Apr 2013
news.weill.cornell.edu
BVN architecture: brain and mind research institute best health project at WAF 2010 - Designboom
Nov 2010
www.designboom.com

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Cause areas in United States

How many charities work in each area, with this charity's area highlighted.

Human Services 322,679
Education 195,586
Arts & Culture 133,128
Advocacy & Civil Rights 128,026
Religion 114,636
Health 98,862
Community Development 56,086
Youth Development 53,450
Science & Technology this charity 7,612
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Most common causes in United States

Causes charities work on most.

Community Development 235,146
Education 159,016
Religion 103,741
Arts & Culture 101,203
Human Rights 76,926
Health 65,250
Youth Development 47,775
Animal Welfare 32,425

Sources and verification

Registration and legal identity
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
Financial filings
IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2025 most recent on file.
Officers and trustees
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 41 disclosed in the public registry.
News and media coverage
GDELT Project + Google News
Supplementary verification
Charity Navigator

Data freshness

Last updated
Jun 6, 2026
Registry checked
Jun 6, 2026
Profile completeness
100%

What we know and don't know

Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.

On record · 10
  • Financial data · FY2025 on record
  • Named leadership · 41 officers on file
  • Executive pay · Disclosed
  • Government registration · Registered with an official registry
  • Mission statement · Published
  • Official website · On record
  • Headquarters address · On file
  • Direct contact · Email or phone published
  • Tax-deductibility · Verified
  • Founding date · 2021
Not available · 1
  • Programs & activities
    No named programs listed by the charity

Methodology

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Quick facts about Mind Research Institute Inc

What is Mind Research Institute Inc?
Mind Research Institute Inc is a science & technology publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Irvine, United States. High-quality, neuroscience-based K–6 math curriculum proven to deepen conceptual understanding, increase student engagement, and deliver visual, game-based learning that works in every classroom.
When was Mind Research Institute Inc founded?
Mind Research Institute Inc was founded in 2021.
Who leads Mind Research Institute Inc?
Chuck Amos serves as Interim Executive Chairman.
Where is Mind Research Institute Inc located?
Headquartered in Irvine, CA, United States.
What is Mind Research Institute Inc's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately $1M-$10M. 91% of expenses go to program services.
Is Mind Research Institute Inc trustworthy?
Mind Research Institute Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
What is Mind Research Institute Inc's registration number?
IRS EIN: 872002807.
What is Mind Research Institute Inc's website?
http://www.mindresearch.org