irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $991KHEAL THE HEALERS NOW (HEALTHCARE):IN THE EARLY DAYS OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC, THE FOUNDATION RECOGNIZED THAT HEALTHCARE WORKERS WERE DEALING WITH CRUSHING LEVELS OF STRESS AND ANXIETY; MAKING RAPID, LIFE-OR-DEATH DECISIONS, ALL WHILE PUTTING THEIR OWN HEALTH AT RISK. DLF QUICKLY MOBILIZED TO RESPOND TO THE NEEDS OF HEALTHCARE WORKERS. NOW ALMOST 6 YEARS LATER, THE PROGRAM IS NEEDED MORE THAN EVER WITH POST-PANDEMIC PTSD SYMPTOMS, BURNOUT AND STAFF LEAVING THE PROFESSION DUE TO ANXIETY AND STRESS. THE RESPONSE FROM HEALTHCARE WORKERS, HOSPITALS, RESEARCH CENTERS, AND DONORS CONTINUES TO RISE. TM INSTRUCTION HAS TAKEN PLACE IN 100 HOSPITALS AND MEDICAL CENTERS AROUND THE COUNTRY, INCLUDING RESEARCH FOCUSED ON TM AND HEALTHCARE PROVIDER WELLNESS AT MAJOR RESEARCH AND TEACHING CENTERS. THROUGH THIS NATIONWIDE INITIATIVE, MORE HEALTHCARE WORKERS WILL GAIN ACCESS TO THIS POWERFUL, NON-PHARMACEUTICAL TOOL. IN ADDITION, HOSPITALS, POLICY MAKERS, AND THOSE CONCERNED WITH THE WELLBEING OF OUR NATION'S HEALTH CARE INDUSTRY AND ITS MEDICAL PROVIDERS WILL HAVE ADDITIONAL EVIDENCE OF TM'S EFFECTIVENESS; WHICH HELPS TO SECURE AND ALLOCATE FUNDING FOR FURTHER TM INSTRUCTION.
- #2 $893KVETERANS (RESILIENT WARRIOR PROGRAM):THIS PROGRAM PROVIDES TM TRAINING TO VETERANS, ACTIVE-DUTY PERSONNEL AND MILITARY FAMILIES. TM HAS BEEN SHOWN TO RELIEVE SYMPTOMS OF POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER (PTSD) AND MAJOR DEPRESSION AMONG VETERANS. THE RESILIENT WARRIOR PROGRAM PARTNERS WITH MAJOR VETERAN SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS INCLUDING THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE, THE TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY CLINIC AT FT. GORDON, EOD WARRIOR FOUNDATION, SAMARITAN DAYTOP VILLAGE, COURAGE TO CALL AND THE CITY UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK OFFICE OF VETERANS SERVICES. DLF ALSO TEACHES INDIVIDUAL VETERANS THROUGH ITS OFFICES IN LOS ANGELES, WASHINGTON, DC, AND NEW YORK CITY, AS WELL AS THROUGHOUT THE U.S. IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE NATIONAL TM ORGANIZATION.
named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Heal the Healers Now (Healthcare)
Provides Transcendental Meditation training to healthcare workers to reduce burnout, PTSD, and stress; active in over 100 hospitals and medical centers across the U.S.
Resilient Responders (Law Enforcement & Firefighters)
Offers TM training to police, firefighters, and EMTs experiencing PTSD and substance use disorder; partners include NYPD, FDNY, US Capitol Police, and others
Resilient Warrior Program (Veterans)
Delivers TM instruction to veterans, active-duty personnel, and military families to alleviate PTSD and depression; collaborates with VA Medical Centers and veteran service organizations
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Workplace and Affiliate Giving Programs 1 activity
- Funding and supporting Transcendental Meditation programs through matched donationsFacilitates and leverages matched donations from corporate partners to increase the impact of individual contributions toward funding Transcendental Meditation programs for targeted populations.
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Trauma-Informed Yoga and Mindfulness Programs 1 activity
- Providing Transcendental Meditation training to professionals and institutionsOffers TM training to staff and clients within community organizations, schools, hospitals, and emergency services to support trauma recovery, reduce burnout, and improve organizational well-being. Includes programs in high-crime urban schools and partnerships with 13 service organizations at THEARC in Washington, D.C.
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Mental Health Education and Awareness 1 activity
- Teaching Transcendental Meditation to at-risk and underserved populationsProvides free Transcendental Meditation (TM) instruction to at-risk populations including veterans, active-duty military, first responders, healthcare workers, incarcerated individuals, abused women and children, and the chronically homeless to improve mental health, resilience, and quality of life. Programs have reached thousands across multiple U.S. cities, with documented reductions in PTSD, depression, anxiety, and substance abuse.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Conducting scientific research on Transcendental Meditation’s health impactsLeads and supports multi-site research studies on the effects of Transcendental Meditation on PTSD, depression, sleep, and substance use, including clinical trials at VA medical centers and universities, as well as research involving HIV-positive individuals and other clinical populations.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$7.27M
Contributions & grants$7.21M99%
Program service revenue$378K5%
Investment income$54K1%
Other revenue$-377K
expenses
Total expenses$7.67M
Program expenses73%
Admin / overhead15%
Fundraising12%
Salaries & benefits$4.23M
Grants paid out$216K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$13.26M
Cash$3.22M
Investments$0
Liabilities$5.82M
Net assets$7.45M
Liquid reserves5.0 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -18.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 8
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROBERT ROTH CHIEF | EXECUTIVE OFFICER & DIRECT | 41 | $434K |
| FREDDA PLESSER | EXECUTIVE VP | 40 | $388K |
| ADAM FRIEDMAN | VP, PROGRAMS & PARTNERSHIPS | 40 | $200K |
| VELKY MARTE | SVP, FINANCE | 32 | $184K |
| VINCENT DECRESCENZO | VP, FIRST RESPONDER/VETERANS PROGRAMS | 40 | $181K |
| HAYLEY HANNA | VP, PROGRAMS & PARTNERSHIPS | 40 | $172K |
| LYNN KAPLAN | REGIONAL DIRECTOR, LA | 40 | $153K |
| WILLIAM GOLDSTEIN SECRETARY | AND GENERAL COUNSEL - SEE SCH O | 6 | $66K |
board members · 16
- ARTHUR LIEBLER — DIRECTOR
- DAVID LYNCH — CHAIRMAN THRU JAN 2025
- DR HASSAN TETTEH — DIRECTOR
- DR MARK S NESTOR — DIRECTOR
- DR YOLANDA LEWIS-RAGLAND — DIRECTOR
- JOANNA PLAFSKY — DIRECTOR
- LARRY COMP — DIRECTOR
- MARK AXELOWITZ — DIRECTOR
- MIKE FORMAN — DIRECTOR
- NANCY CHEMTOB — SECRETARY
- NIGOL KOULAJIAN — DIRECTOR
- ORIN SNYDER — DIRECTOR
- PEGAH EASTON — TREASURER
- ROBERT C JONES — DIRECTOR
- STEVEN CHANIN — EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN
- SUNALI SHARMA — DIRECTOR
relationships · 30
Who they work with
- Bob Roth Partner — CEO of the David Lynch Foundation and leading Transcendental Meditation teacher, representing the organization in media and public education efforts.
- Boulder Crest Retreat Partner — Partner organization in providing Transcendental Meditation training to veterans and military families.
- Building Bridges Across the River Partner — Manages THEARC, where the David Lynch Foundation operates as a resident partner.
- Charity Navigator Network — Profiled by Charity Navigator as a rated nonprofit organization.
- David Lynch Partner — Founder and public advocate for the David Lynch Foundation, involved in curating events and presenting awards to promote Transcendental Meditation.
- Double the Donation Partner — Partnered with Double the Donation to provide a database for identifying company matching gift and volunteer grant programs.
- First Responder Recovery - Malibu Partner — Partner organization in the Resilient Responders program for first responders.
- First Responder Wellness Partner — Partner organization in the Resilient Responders program for first responders.
- Fort Gordon Traumatic Brain Injury Clinic Partner — Partner organization in providing Transcendental Meditation training to veterans and military personnel.
- Front Range Fire Department Partner — Partner organization in the Resilient Responders program for firefighters.
- Guidestar Network — Listed in Guidestar's nonprofit database.
- Harvard University Partner — Associated with Dr. Tony Nader, a Harvard-trained neuroscientist involved in Foundation events.
- Herndon Police Department Partner — Partner organization in the Resilient Responders program for law enforcement officers.
- LA County Department of Mental Health Government — Government partner providing support for mental health programs in Los Angeles.
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology Partner — Associated with Dr. Tony Nader, an MIT-trained neuroscientist involved in Foundation events.
- Meditate America Partner — Sponsored the First Annual Power of Caring Celebration event.
- NLA1 Partner — Collaborates on content dissemination related to Transcendental Meditation and leadership.
- New York City Fire Department Partner — Partner organization in the Resilient Responders program for firefighters and emergency medical technicians.
- New York City Police Department Partner — Partner organization in the Resilient Responders program for law enforcement officers.
- Ringo Starr Partner — Partnered with the David Lynch Foundation for the "Lifetime of Peace and Love" concert and benefit events.
- San Francisco Fire Department Partner — Partner organization in the Resilient Responders program for firefighters.
- THEARC Partner — Hosts the David Lynch Foundation’s Meditation Center on its West Campus in Washington, D.C.
- US Capitol Police Partner — Partner organization in the Resilient Responders program for law enforcement officers.
- Veterans Administration Medical Centers Partner — Partner organization in providing Transcendental Meditation training to veterans and military families.
- corporate entities Partner — Long-term partnerships with corporate entities to expand the reach of DLF programs.
- everyday people Partner — Supports the Foundation's work through donations to help ease suffering and create a better world
- foundations Partner — Supports the Foundation's work through funding
- government entities Partner — Long-term partnerships with government entities to support program expansion and recognition.
- leaders in the field of domestic violence and human trafficking Partner — Partners with experts and organizations working in domestic violence and human trafficking to deliver Transcendental Meditation programs.
- philanthropists Partner — Supports the Foundation's work through funding
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Consciousness-Based Education as Transformative Practicemethodology: consciousness_based_educationBy offering Transcendental Meditation within educational settings, the foundation transforms student well-being and performance because accessing inner consciousness through automatic self-transcending fosters mental clarity, creativity, and emotional stability.
- Research- and Partnership-Driven Systems Changemethodology: research_and_partnership_driven_changeBy building scientific evidence and forming partnerships with corporate and government institutions, the foundation scales the adoption of Transcendental Meditation because institutional validation and structural integration enable widespread, sustainable impact on public health and education systems.
- Transcendental Meditation for Trauma and Resiliencemethodology: trauma_informed_meditationBy providing Transcendental Meditation to at-risk and traumatized populations, the foundation produces improved psychological and physical health because the practice enables automatic self-transcending, which reduces toxic stress and supports internal healing and resilience.