Nationwide Childrens Hospital
501(c)(3)
84% goes to programs $1 to raise $100 Strong reserves Growing revenue
Nationwide Childrens Hospital is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Columbus, Ohio, registered in 2003, with $4,325,096,802 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it A, and it directs about 84% of spending to programs.
700 Childrens Dr, Columbus, OH, 43205 EIN 01-0782751 Since 2003
Revenue (FY2024)
$4.3B
▲ 11.3% vs prior year
Expenses (FY2024)
$4.0B
Net assets
$7.1B
Employees
21,574
CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
A
AProgram efficiency40% of the rating84% to programs · $1 to raise $100
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. For Nationwide Childrens Hospital: 84% to programs · $1 to raise $100 earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
AFinancial health25% of the rating21 mo reserves · +7% margin
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For Nationwide Childrens Hospital: 21 mo reserves · +7% margin earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Governance25% of the rating6 of 6 checks met
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. For Nationwide Childrens Hospital: 6 of 6 checks met earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
ATransparency10% of the rating4 of 5 disclosure signals
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For Nationwide Childrens Hospital: 4 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Mission
Nationwide children's hospital's mission is committed to best outcomes and health equity for all children, ensuring every child has access to the best care regardless of their ability to pay.
Contact & location
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $1.4B (FY2013) to $4.3B (FY2024) across 12 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $1.8BNet assets $7.1B
Operating margin
7.0%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$9.0B
Total liabilities
$1.8B
Net assets
$7.1B
Salaries & benefits
$1.6B
40% of expenses
Board members
100
61 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,325,096,802▲11.3% | $4,022,202,237▲12.7% | $7,140,673,340▲11.3% | $8,990,538,332▲9.3% | 990 |
| 2023 | $3,887,139,371▼0.3% | $3,569,891,659▲3.2% | $6,414,369,781▲14.6% | $8,225,022,410▲10.5% | 990 |
| 2022 | $3,899,652,946▲53.2% | $3,460,260,203▲60.7% | $5,596,870,211▲1.5% | $7,445,590,269▲8.5% | 990 |
| 2021 | $2,546,217,486▲15.8% | $2,152,711,324▲8.1% | $5,512,460,525▲17.0% | $6,860,555,674▲13.3% | 990 |
| 2020 | $2,199,421,808▼1.5% | $1,990,683,728▲5.9% | $4,712,010,878▲13.1% | $6,056,440,704▲12.8% | 990 |
| 2019 | $2,233,063,845▲8.6% | $1,879,821,509▲9.6% | $4,165,705,989▲18.4% | $5,369,972,000▲18.5% | 990 |
| 2018 | $2,056,223,399▲3.1% | $1,714,703,993▲5.5% | $3,519,240,091▲3.2% | $4,531,501,201▲2.1% | 990 |
| 2017 | $1,993,500,741▲11.4% | $1,625,977,546▲5.3% | $3,411,266,268▲21.8% | $4,436,425,403▲18.7% | 990 |
| 2016 | $1,788,699,344▲3.6% | $1,544,724,143▲10.4% | $2,800,667,726▲14.8% | $3,738,660,695▲11.5% | 990 |
| 2015 | $1,727,058,635▲7.3% | $1,399,036,896▲12.7% | $2,439,473,940▲12.2% | $3,352,825,862▲14.7% | 990 |
| 2014 | $1,610,073,918▲15.8% | $1,241,676,967▲8.3% | $2,174,013,813▲18.2% | $2,922,113,687▲15.2% | 990 |
| 2013 | $1,390,106,341 | $1,146,553,217▲11.5% | $1,838,573,522▲25.6% | $2,536,491,133▲14.9% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $1,028,730,869▲9.5% | $1,464,294,965▲18.7% | $2,207,161,030▲15.5% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $939,594,151▲5.3% | $1,233,635,943▲7.6% | $1,911,730,173▲7.3% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $892,449,728 | $1,146,466,438 | $1,781,647,447 | 990 |
Original Form 990 PDFs (the Form column) are served by ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, as filed with the IRS. Create a free account to download the CSV report.
Leadership & compensation (FY2024)
Highest-paid: Mark Galantowicz Md — $2,146,087 (0.05% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mark Galantowicz Md | Chief of Ct Surgery - Csa | 50 | $2,146,087 |
| Timothy C Robinson | Director / Ceo - Nch | 63 | $2,116,841 |
| Jerry Mendell Md | Principal Investigator IV - Rinch | 50 | $2,000,000 |
| Richard Miller | Coo - Nch | 54 | $1,812,996 |
| Charles Elmaraghy Md | Chief Ent Surgeon - Csa | 50 | $1,368,864 |
| Oluyinka Olutoye Md | Director - Csa/pfk | 50 | $1,349,408 |
| Kevin Klingele Md | Orthopedic Surgeon - Csa | 50 | $1,272,517 |
| James Geiger Md | Surgeon - Csa | 50 | $1,250,934 |
| Nelson Weichold | Treasurer / Sr Vp / Cfo - Nch | 63 | $1,224,382 |
| Rhonda Comer | Secretary / Sr Vp / Legal Srvcs - Nch | 63 | $1,008,093 |
| Patricia Mcclimon | Sr Vp / Plan & Dev't - Nch | 50 | $969,257 |
| Rustin Morse Md | Chief Medical Officer - Nch (to 5/24) | 54 | $957,825 |
| Catherine Krawczeski Md | Director - Pfk, Cri, Csa, Caa, Ppac | 57 | $886,100 |
| Joseph Tobias Md | Director - Caa | 50 | $876,042 |
| Dennis Durbin Md | President - Rinch | 50 | $836,026 |
| Stephen Testa | Pres - Nch Foundation | 50 | $816,201 |
| Lorina Wise | Vp / Hr - Nch | 50 | $790,283 |
| Denise Zabawski | Vp / Cio - Nch | 50 | $779,362 |
| Ellen Chung Md | Director - Cri | 50 | $750,501 |
| Lee Ann Wallace | Sr Vp & Chief Nursing Officer - Nch | 50 | $731,413 |
Top vendors & contractors (FY2024)
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Pediatric Academic Association | Medical Services | $98,814,768 |
| The Ohio State University | Medical Services | $54,644,867 |
| Bon Secours Mercy Health | Medical Services | $35,391,464 |
| Ohiohealth | Medical Services | $32,726,018 |
| Vaya Workforce Solutions | Contract Labor | $28,838,588 |
Grants received · $63K total
3 grants to Nationwide Childrens Hospital totaling $63K, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paypal Charitable Giving Fund | General support | 2024 | $48,014 |
| Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of Washington | Research subrecipient | 2024 | $8,429 |
| United Way Worldwide | Health | 2019 | $6,979 |
Grants made · $279.5M in FY2024
96 grants totaling $279.5M in FY2024 — showing the 15 largest. All grants made by Nationwide Childrens Hospital →
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nationwide Childrens Hospital Inc | To aid in providing indigent care, to support & improve patient care through programs such as volunteer services, hematology/oncology, obesity prevention, & community education. | $113,917,509 |
| Nationwide Childrens Hospital Inc | Research initiatives | $60,787,256 |
| Nationwide Childrens Hospital Inc | Research initiatives | $40,931,824 |
| Pediatric Academic Association Inc Department of Pediatrics B-132 | To support paa operations | $31,800,644 |
| Toledo Hospital | Commitment to the health care of familites & children in toledo, oh area | $9,800,000 |
| Hnhf Realty Collaborative | Support hnhf operations | $5,000,000 |
| Nationwide Childrens Hospital Inc | Child advocacy programs | $3,535,111 |
| Nationwide Childrens Hospital Inc | Radiology research initiatives | $2,635,876 |
| Nationwide Childrens Hospital Inc | Surgical research initiatives | $2,366,305 |
| Pediatric Academic Association Inc Department of Pediatrics B-132 | To provide funding for endowed chairs | $1,238,550 |
| Nationwide Childrens Hospital Inc | To support administrative oversight of the center for child & family advocacy | $1,207,978 |
| Nationwide Childrens Hospital Inc | To support child assessment programs | $781,142 |
| Toledo Classic Inc | Dana open partnership | $500,000 |
| Habitat For Humanity International Inc | Home preservation | $500,000 |
| Community Development For All People | Neighborhood partnership & linden market support | $440,581 |
Frequently asked questions
- Is Nationwide Childrens Hospital a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Nationwide Childrens Hospital is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 01-0782751, based in Columbus, Ohio.
- What is Nationwide Childrens Hospital's EIN?
- Nationwide Childrens Hospital's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 01-0782751.
- How much revenue does Nationwide Childrens Hospital report?
- Nationwide Childrens Hospital reported $4,325,096,802 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of Nationwide Childrens Hospital's spending goes to programs?
- Nationwide Childrens Hospital spends about 84% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does Nationwide Childrens Hospital have?
- CharityIndex grades Nationwide Childrens Hospital A, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does Nationwide Childrens Hospital's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on Nationwide Childrens Hospital's latest Form 990 is $2,146,087, paid to Mark Galantowicz Md (Chief of Ct Surgery - Csa).
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Data for Nationwide Childrens Hospital (EIN 01-0782751) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.