From public IRS filings
AUTISM RESEARCH INSTITUTE
SAN DIEGO, CA · Diseases & Disorders
Mission
ARI was founded to meet the needs of the autism community by sponsoring research networking with researchers, clinicians, parents and disseminating information regarding individuals of all ages on the autism spectrum.
Financials (IRS Form 990)
Total revenue
$2.4M
Total expenses
$1.9M
Total assets
$6M
Program expense ratio
88%
Source: IRS Form 990, tax year 2024.
Who funds AUTISM RESEARCH INSTITUTE
$1.1M in foundation grants on record from 43 funders — matched from IRS 990 grant line items. Some matches may be approximate.
| Funder | Total given | Grants |
|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | $247K | 4 |
| For Autistic Kids Foundation | $150K | 3 |
| American Online Giving Foundation | $142K | 5 |
| Tisbest Philanthropy | $62K | 5 |
| Martha Washington Straus-Harry H Straus Foundation | $60K | 4 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | $50K | 4 |
| Donors Trust | $30K | 2 |
| National Philanthropic Trust | $28K | 1 |
| Network for Good | $27K | 2 |
| Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust | $25K | 1 |
Leadership
Denise Fulton — COO (Principal officer)
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