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The 990 read · EIN 22-3087809 · DC · Fiscal year FY ending Jun 2025

International Research & Exchanges Board

International Research & Exchanges Board Inc: CEO salary, finances and where donations go

In its own words

“A not-for-profit organization, irex and its partners empower youth, cultivate leaders, strengthen institutions, and extend access to quality education and information. We focus on education, leadership development, and youth employability to build stronger communities and economies worldwide.”

Data only Figures straight from the filing, screened by our rules. Not yet reviewed in depth by a CPA.

Methodology by Amir Arani, CPA, CA · Updated

Top pay
$619K Kristin Lord, 0.4% of spending
Revenue
$146.6M 97.2% from donations and grants
Spent
$141.2M 82.9% on programs, as reported
Net assets
$17.8M end of FY ending Jun 2025
Savings
1.5 months of spending, net assets ÷ spending
People
364 employees, 18 volunteers
Form 990 (FY ending Jun 2025), Parts I, VII, IX, X
01 · Red flags

No red flags in its latest filing.

We screen every filing against twelve rules. A flag is a prompt for a closer look, not a finding of wrongdoing.

No reported asset diversions, no insider transactions, no fundraisers keeping most of the money, and the governance policies we check for are in place.

02 · Where $1 goes · FY ending Jun 2025

Of each dollar it spent, 82.9¢ went to programs, as reported.

The split the charity filed.
82.9¢
Programs, $117.1M
0.0¢
Fundraising, $22K
17.0¢
Admin, $24.1M
Form 990 (FY ending Jun 2025), Part IX, line 25
Cost to raise $1
0¢
as reported

For each dollar donated, International Research & Exchanges Board spent 0¢ on fundraising.

Fundraising ÷ $142.6M contributions · Form 990 Parts VIII, IX
03 · What it does

What it told the IRS it spent on.

The charity's own description of its largest programs, with what each cost.

Program 1 · 25.9% of program spending · $5.5M in grants $30.4M

We prepare leaders to solve problems, build networks, make decisions, and drive outcomes. We identify these leaders, develop their capabilities, provide opportunities, and expand their networks to increase impact.

Program 2 · 23.6% of program spending · $8.8M in grants $27.6M

We work with individuals, institutions, and governments around the world to improve the quality of teaching and learning, inside and outside the classroom. We work with teachers and administrators, from school through university and professional training.

Program 3 · 22% of program spending · $9.1M in grants $25.8M

We support the free flow of information and critical thinking so people can make informed decisions and improve their lives. We work with information consumers and producers to ensure that people can engage with high-quality content.

Form 990 (FY ending Jun 2025), Part III
04 · The savings

Net assets: $9.4M to $17.8M in 11 years.

Net assets at each fiscal year end, 2013 to 2025.

Net assets at year end, $ millions
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Form 990 history via ProPublicaForm 990 (FY ending Jun 2025)
05 · Who gets paid

The 8 highest-paid people.

Reportable pay in FY ending Jun 2025, from the charity and related organizations.

Kristin Lord
President (to Mar '25)
$618,736
Santiago Sedaca
Executive Vice President
$365,687
Margarita P Fernandez Abarbieritel
Vice President for Global Operations
$325,310
Jani Ilori
Vice President, Global Hr (to Dec '24)
$323,285
Rebecca Bell Meszaros
Vice President for Global Programs
$281,773
Susan Ward
Chief of Party (to Apr '25)
$256,078
Bahruz Babayev
Chief Technology Officer
$239,981
Oliver Mccoy
Chief of Party
$239,329
Form 990 (FY ending Jun 2025), Part VII, Section A
Largest outside contractors
ContractorServicePaid
Pilgrims Risk ManagementSecurity risk & emergency management$686,531
Moi IncFurniture solution services$494,820
RandstadStaffing agency$453,132
Robert Half Management ReStaffing agency$402,446
Ukg IncHris & payroll systems$395,777
Form 990 (FY ending Jun 2025), Part VII, Section B
06 · Questions

The questions people ask about the International Research & Exchanges Board.

Short, sourced answers. Each one stands on its own.

How much does the International Research & Exchanges Board CEO make?

Kristin Lord, President (to Mar '25), received $618,736 in reportable compensation in FY ending Jun 2025, 0.4% of International Research & Exchanges Board's $141.2M in spending.

Form 990 (FY ending Jun 2025), Part VII

What percentage of International Research & Exchanges Board donations go to programs?

International Research & Exchanges Board reported 82.9% of FY ending Jun 2025 spending as programs, 0% as fundraising and 17% as management.

Form 990 (FY ending Jun 2025), Part IX

How much money does International Research & Exchanges Board have?

Net assets were $17.8M at the end of FY ending Jun 2025, about 1.5 months of spending.

Form 990 (FY ending Jun 2025), Part X

Does International Research & Exchanges Board have any red flags in its filing?

Its latest Form 990 triggered none of our twelve screening rules, which cover reported asset diversions, insider transactions, fundraiser costs, governance policies and spending patterns.

Form 990 (FY ending Jun 2025)
07 · Sources and citing

Every number, traced.

  1. International Research & Exchanges Board Form 990, FY ending Jun 2025 (IRS e-file)
  2. International Research & Exchanges Board Form 990 history (ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer)
Cite this page

Amir Arani, “International Research & Exchanges Board: CEO salary, finances and where your dollar goes,” Charity Math, updated 2026-11-07. https://charitymath.com/charities/international-research-and-exchanges-board/