Outcomes Research Institute
Preselected recipients only
Outcomes Research Institute is a private foundation in Stanford, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $191,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $95,500 and the largest $186,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$191,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$95,500
- Largest grant$186,000
- Assets$49,928
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $186,000 the year before.
50% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $186,000 | 1 | $229,689 |
| 2024 | $186,000 | 1 | $242,955 |
| 2025 | $191,000 | 2 | $49,928 |
How to apply
Outcomes Research Institute says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Outcomes Research Institute funds
Where it gives
All of its US grants went to recipients in Massachusetts. It also paid $186,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ifo Institute | ifo Institute is a department of the University of Munich the equivalent of a public charity. The grant supports research involving deepening and expanding previous research on international comparative education studies conducted by the ifo Institute. | $186,000 |
| Empower Schools | Empower Schools partners with communities to help them get the schools they want with the results their students need. It holds an annual innovation conference. ORI provided sponsorship for the event. | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Margaret E Raymond
- Eric A Hanushek
- Steven G Rivkin
Questions people ask
Does Outcomes Research Institute accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Outcomes Research Institute give?
$191,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $95,500.
Who runs Outcomes Research Institute?
Its 2025 filing lists Margaret E Raymond (President), Eric A Hanushek (Treasurer) and Steven G Rivkin (Secretary).
What does Outcomes Research Institute fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, international and science and research.