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The 990 read · EIN 95-4191698 · DC · Fiscal year 2024

Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation

Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation: CEO salary, finances and where donations go

In its own words

“The Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation seeks to end HIV/AIDS globally in children, youth, and families.”

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
$591K Charles J Lyons II, 0.4% of spending
Revenue
$138.0M 99.8% from donations and grants
Spent
$140.0M 88.2% on programs, as reported
Net assets
$8.6M end of 2024
Savings
0.7 months of spending, net assets ÷ spending
People
135 employees, 13 volunteers
Form 990 (2024), 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 · 2024

Of each dollar it spent, 88.2¢ went to programs, as reported.

The split the charity filed.
88.2¢
Programs, $123.5M
2.8¢
Fundraising, $3.9M
9.1¢
Admin, $12.7M
Form 990 (2024), Part IX, line 25
Cost to raise $1
3¢
as reported

For each dollar donated, Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation spent 3¢ on fundraising.

Fundraising ÷ $137.7M 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 · 3.5% of program spending $4.3M

Egpaf plays a critical role in both defining the pediatric aids research agenda and supporting and conducting research to improve the lives of women, youth, and families affected by hiv. Egpaf leads studies in clinical, laboratory, and implementations science research. Its focus is optimizing health service delivery; building an evidence base for new and innovative interventions; and effectively scaling up promising hiv and maternal, newborn, and child health interventions.

Program 2 · 1.3% of program spending $1.6M

Egpaf's public policy and advocacy team builds on elizabeth glaser's legacy of fighting for the best policies for women, youth, and families living with and affected by hiv. With staff on three continents, egpaf is well positioned to champion children's rights in several realms-including those of national governments, african regional bodies, and multilateral organizations-to produce victories for children and adolescents.

Form 990 (2024), Part III
04 · The savings

Net assets: $7.5M to $8.6M in 11 years.

Net assets at each fiscal year end, 2013 to 2024.

Net assets at year end, $ millions
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Form 990 history via ProPublicaForm 990 (2024)
05 · Who gets paid

The 8 highest-paid people.

Reportable pay in 2024, from the charity and related organizations.

Charles J Lyons II
President & CEO
$591,104
Patricia Devine Karlin
Evp, External Affairs & Business Development
$344,497
Adriaantje Giphart
Evp, Medical & Scientific Affairs
$335,929
Craig Molyneaux
Chief Operating Officer
$318,352
Douglas Horner
Vp, Awards, Compliance & Operational Excellence
$281,544
Allan Ahimbisibwe
Chief of Party, Malawi
$273,000
Appolinaire Tiam
Vice President, Technical Strategy & Innovation
$266,795
Sherian Abramaitys-Yi
Chief Human Resources Officer
$255,176
Form 990 (2024), Part VII, Section A
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Form 990 (2024), Part VII, Section B
06 · Questions

The questions people ask about the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation.

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

How much does the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation CEO make?

Charles J Lyons II, President & CEO, received $591,104 in reportable compensation in 2024, 0.4% of Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation's $140.0M in spending.

Form 990 (2024), Part VII

What percentage of Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation donations go to programs?

Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation reported 88.2% of 2024 spending as programs, 2.8% as fundraising and 9.1% as management.

Form 990 (2024), Part IX

How much money does Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation have?

Net assets were $8.6M at the end of 2024, about 0.7 months of spending.

Form 990 (2024), Part X

Does Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation 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 (2024)
07 · Sources and citing

Every number, traced.

  1. Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation Form 990, 2024 (IRS e-file)
  2. Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation Form 990 history (ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer)
Cite this page

Amir Arani, “Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation: CEO salary, finances and where your dollar goes,” Charity Math, updated 2026-11-07. https://charitymath.com/charities/elizabeth-glaser-pediatric-aids-foundation/