Research Triangle Institute
Research Triangle Institute is one of the world's leading research institutes, dedicated(see Sch O) to improving the human condition by turning knowledge into practice. Our staff of more …
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Research Triangle Institute is one of the world's leading research institutes, dedicated(see Sch O) to improving the human condition by turning knowledge into practice. Our staff of more than 5,300 provides research and technical expertise to governments and businesses in more than 70 countries in the areas of health and pharmaceuticals, education and training, surveys and statistics, advanced technology, international development, economic and social policy, energy and the environment and laboratory and chemistry services.
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyResearch Triangle Institute is a registered science & technology nonprofit based in Research Triangle Park, NC, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1958 and has been operating for 68 years. Its EIN is 560686338. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 77/100 (Strong transparency), indicating well-documented governance, financials, and contact details. This is below the average of 90/100 for science & technology charities in United States. The organization reports $1.4B in annual revenue. 187 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Research Triangle Institute has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 77/100. 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 77 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for science & technology charities in United States is 90/100.
Research Triangle Institute is located in Research Triangle Park, NC, United States. The organization was established in 1958 and has been active for 68 years.
Based on official tax filings, Research Triangle Institute has $1.4B in annual revenue. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of $14M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Research Triangle Institute is classified as a Science & Technology organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Organization for public safety testing (509(a)(4)). By size, it is categorized as a major organization. It has $1.4B in annual revenue. The organization has 187 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Research Triangle Institute. 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.
Research Triangle Institute has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 77/100 (Strong transparency) and no red flags have been detected, which suggests it is a well-documented organization. It is regulated by the IRS. Visit the Research Triangle Institute profile on GiveRadar for full details before deciding. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.
RTI is an independent scientific research institute dedicated to improving the human condition. Explore our services, practice areas and more. Research Triangle Institute is classified as a science & technology organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1958.
Among science & technology charities registered in United States: Research Triangle Institute's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 77/100 is below the peer average of 90/100. Its annual revenue of $1.4B is well above the peer average of $14M.
Yes, donations to Research Triangle Institute are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Its EIN is 560686338, 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.
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NeutralWhy cleaning India’s kitchens is key to preventing premature deaths from air pollution - researchmatters.in
John Doe Identified After 45 Years - Forensic Mag
Report details how RTI got slammed by fed cutbacks - Business North Carolina
Cuts in global health and climate hit Research Triangle Institute hard - Science | AAAS
Dialing back federal funding strikes the Triangle’s acclaimed research complex. - Business North Carolina
Funds cut, research ended, jobs lost: How Trump 2.0 has altered NC’s Research Triangle - Raleigh News & Observer
Who Really Benefited from Billions in Education R&D? - American Enterprise Institute - AEI
RTI International announces layoffs of 177 NC workers - WRAL
Research Triangle Institute announces ‘temporary’ layoffs amid disruption from federal funding freeze - CBS 17
RTI International NC | Research Triangle Park nonprofit in Durham announces indefinite layoffs, some in North Carolina - ABC11 Raleigh-Durham
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Quick facts about Research Triangle Institute
- What is Research Triangle Institute?
- Research Triangle Institute is a science & technology organization for public safety testing (509(a)(4)) based in Research Triangle Park, United States. RTI is an independent scientific research institute dedicated to improving the human condition. Explore our services, practice areas and more.
- When was Research Triangle Institute founded?
- Research Triangle Institute was founded in 1958.
- Who leads Research Triangle Institute?
- Andrew Cox CFO serves as Chief Financial Officer.
- Where is Research Triangle Institute located?
- Headquartered in Research Triangle Park, United States.
- What is Research Triangle Institute's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $1B+. 0% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Research Triangle Institute trustworthy?
- Research Triangle Institute has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 77 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 Research Triangle Institute's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 560686338.
- What is Research Triangle Institute's website?
- http://www.rti.org