Disable all preview features

Health : Diseases, Disorders, and Disciplines

Organization for Autism Research

Research and resources that help families today

four stars

95.71

2111 Wilson Boulevard Suite 401
Arlington, VA 22201
tel: (703) 243-9710   Web Site
EIN: 54-2062167

Board Leadership
James M. Sack
Chairman

CEO
Michael V. Maloney
Executive Director

 
 
  Score
(out of 100) 		Rating
Overall Score & Rating 95.71 four stars
  Financial 93.94 four stars
  Accountability & Transparency 100.00 four stars
This rating was published 11/01/2020 and includes data from FY2019, the most recent 990 received at that time.
Why isn't this based on more recent data?

The Organization for Autism Research (OAR) was created in December 2001 to apply research to the challenges of autism. OAR's defines applied research as research that directly impacts the day-to-day quality of life of learners with autism. It entails the systematic investigation of variables associated with positive outcomes in such areas as education, communication, self care, social skills, employment, behavior, and adult and community living. OAR funds pilot studies and targeted research within specific modalities and issues affecting the autism community, primarily for studies whose outcomes offer new insights into the behavioral and social development of individuals with autism with an emphasis on communications, education, and vocational challenges. OAR's programs revolve around funding new research and disseminating evidence-based information.

The Organization for Autism Research (OAR) was created in December 2001 to apply research to the challenges of autism. OAR's defines applied research as research that directly impacts the day-to-day quality of life of learners with autism. It entails the systematic investigation of variables associated with positive outcomes in such areas as education, communication, self care, social skills, employment, behavior, and adult and community living. OAR funds pilot studies and targeted research within specific modalities and issues affecting the autism community, primarily for studies whose outcomes offer new insights into the behavioral and social development of individuals with autism with an emphasis on communications, education, and vocational challenges. OAR's programs revolve around funding new research and disseminating evidence-based information.

Impact Information

data icon Looking for Impact Information?

Charity Navigator is collaborating with GuideStar, GlobalGiving, Classy, and ImpactMatters to display impact-related information on our rated profile pages. Each partner collects this data directly from nonprofits and provides updates to Charity Navigator when available.

If you are interested in seeing this charity provide its impact information, please click below. This will indicate your interest and encourage the nonprofit to share data with partners that are currently collecting information.

Learn more about how we calculate the overall score and rating.

Financial

four stars

93.94

Accountability & Transparency

four stars

100.00

This rating was published 11/01/2020 and includes data from FY2019, the most recent 990 received at that time.
Why isn't this based on more recent data?
Overall Rating Chart
  Program Expenses
(Percent of the charity's total expenses spent on the programs
and services it delivers)		 81.3%
  Administrative Expenses 4.2%
  Fundraising Expenses 14.4%
  Fundraising Efficiency $0.12
  Working Capital Ratio (years) 1.35
  Program Expenses Growth 13.9%
  Liabilities to Assets 2.9%
All data for Financial Performance Metrics calculations was provided by Organization for Autism Research on recent 990s filed with the IRS.
All data for Financial Performance Metrics calculations was provided by Organization for Autism Research on recent 990s filed with the IRS.
Information Provided on the Form 990  
  Independent Voting Board Members
  No Material diversion of assets
  Audited financials prepared by independent accountant
  Does Not Provide Loan(s) to or Receive Loan(s) From related parties
  Documents Board Meeting Minutes
  Provided copy of Form 990 to organization's governing body in advance of filing
  Conflict of Interest Policy
  Whistleblower Policy
  Records Retention and Destruction Policy
  CEO listed with salary
  Process for determining CEO compensation
  Board Listed / Board Members Not Compensated
Is the following information easily accessible on the charity's website?  
  Donor Privacy Policy
  Board Members Listed
  Audited Financials
  Form 990
  Key staff listed

Highly Rated

Charity Name & State Overall Score Overall Rating
Organization for Autism Research (VA) 95.71 four stars
Glaucoma Research Foundation (CA) 90.35 four stars
American Brain Tumor Association (IL) 90.77 four stars
American Liver Foundation (NY) 86.86 three stars
Angiogenesis Foundation (MA) 85.01 three stars

Compare These Charities (Highly Rated)

REVENUE  
Contributions  
   Contributions, Gifts & Grants $1,121,936
   Federated Campaigns $58,432
   Membership Dues $0
   Fundraising Events $588,915
   Related Organizations $0
   Government Grants $0
Total Contributions $1,769,283
   Program Service Revenue $687
Total Primary Revenue $1,769,970
   Other Revenue $-119,094
TOTAL REVENUE $1,650,876
   
EXPENSES  
   Program Expenses $1,406,229
   Administrative Expenses $55,608
   Fundraising Expenses $264,642
TOTAL FUNCTIONAL EXPENSES $1,726,479
   
Payments to Affiliates $0
Excess (or Deficit) for the year $-75,603
   
Net Assets $2,031,553

Program names and associated costs are listed for the top programs as reported on the charity's most recently filed Form 990. The top programs displayed will include the largest three programs, or those programs covering at least 60% of the charity's total expenses, whichever comes first.

Program Name Amount Spent % of Program Expenses
Information $607,424 43.2%
Research $551,875 39.2%
Education $246,930 17.5%

Ratings History
Organization for Autism Research has received 6 consecutive 4-star ratings from Charity Navigator.

Form 990 FYE Date Published Overall Score Overall Rating
CN 2.1
2019-06 11/01/2020 95.71 four stars
2018-06 08/01/2019 94.75 four stars
2017-06 08/01/2018 95.05 four stars
2016-06 09/01/2017 95.46 four stars
2015-06 07/01/2016 95.95 four stars
2014-06 06/01/2016 90.19 four stars
 
CN 2.0
2014-06 02/01/2016 82.75 three stars
2014-06 10/01/2015 82.52 three stars
2013-06 06/01/2014 89.15 three stars
2012-06 07/01/2013 82.85 three stars
2011-06 09/01/2012 86.06 three stars
2010-06 09/20/2011 91.15 four stars
 
CN 1.0
2009-06 09/01/2010 90.81 four stars
2008-06 10/01/2009 90.91 four stars
2007-06 04/01/2009 96.13 four stars

The data displayed on this tab is provided by the IRS in the form of Publication 78 and the Business Master File (BMF).

EIN 54-2062167
Name in IRS Master File ORGANIZATION FOR AUTISM RESEARCH INC
NTEE Code H84
NTEE Classification Autism Research
NTEE Type Medical Research
Classification Charitable Organization
Subsection 501(c)(3)  (View the list of codes)
Activities
Foundation Status Organization which receives a substantial part of its support from a governmental unit or the general public   170(b)(1)(A)(vi)
Deductibility Contributions are deductible
Affiliation Independent - the organization is an independent organization or an independent auxiliary (i.e., not affiliated with a National, Regional, or Geographic grouping of organizations).
Group Name [Not Applicable]
Ruling Date March, 2002
Filing Requirement 990 (all other) or 990EZ return
Fiscal Year End June
IRS Forms 990
(provided courtesy of Foundation Center)		 (Log In or Register Now to View Forms 990!)
  • June, 2018
  • June, 2017
  • June, 2016
  • June, 2015
  • June, 2014
Compensation % of Expenses Paid to Title
$110,000 6.37% Michael V. Maloney Executive Director

Highly Rated

Charity Name & State Overall Score Overall Rating
Organization for Autism Research (VA) 95.71 four stars
California Dental Association Foundation (CA) 87.21 three stars
Immune Deficiency Foundation (MD) 93.68 four stars
Cystic Fibrosis Research, Inc. (CA) 96.58 four stars
Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center (AZ) 92.20 four stars

Compare These Charities (Highly Rated)

This charity has an official representative registered with Charity Navigator.

Charity Contact Info

Organization for Autism Research
2111 Wilson Boulevard
Suite 401
Arlington, VA 22201
tel: (703) 243-9710
fax: (703) 243-9751
EIN: 54-2062167

Visit Web Site

Board Leadership

James M. Sack
Chairman

CEO

Michael V. Maloney
Executive Director

please wait...

    • I want to donate to Organization for Autism Research

      $
      next

    • Frequency

      back
      next

    • Would you like us to email someone and CC you?

      This email identifies you as the donor but does not specify the amount of your gift.
      back
    A donation of to has been added to your Giving Basket!

    Basket Total:
    Check Out Now or Continue Researching

Join Our Mailing List

Join over 400,000 other informed givers and get updates on charity ratings, new features, hot topics, and tips for donating.

As seen on