Mission
The GI Research Foundation collaborates with the physicians and scientists at the University of Chicago Medicine Digestive Diseases Center to fund innovative clinical and laboratory research, leading to groundbreaking discoveries that transform lives.
Basic Information
Founded in
1961
EIN
36-6108156
Total Assets
$12.72 million
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
At a Glance

Annual Ball 2024
Join us for our Annual Ball to support research and patient care.

All-Star Challenge on the Greens
A golf tournament honoring Larry A. Pogofsky with various exciting experiences.

Moving the Needle: Impact Update
An exclusive event featuring updates from University of Chicago physician-scientists.
Impact Stats
Funding Amount
Over $20 Million Invested
Total amount invested in digestive diseases research.
Percentage
96% of Support to Research
Percentage of donations that went directly to research grants and educational programs.
Number of Scholars Supported
Foundational Support for Research Leaders
Investments in the next generation of researchers in digestive diseases.
Past Events
Annual Ball 2023
2023-04-15
An annual event to raise funds and support of GI research.
All-Star Challenge 2023
2023-06-10
Fundraising golf tournament featuring sports legends.
Moving the Needle 2023
2023-11-20
Updates on research impacts from funded scientists.
Upcoming Events

Annual Ball 2024
2024-04-20
Join us for our Annual Ball to support research and patient care.
Learn More
All-Star Challenge 2024
2024-06-15
Golf tournament to raise funds for GI research, honoring medical professionals.
Learn MoreOur Programs
GI Fellowship Program
Invests in training new gastroenterologists and GI researchers.
GIRF Scholars Program
Supports salary for junior researchers in digestive diseases.
Volunteer Opportunities
Community Outreach Volunteer
Assist with event planning and community engagement.
Research Assistance Volunteer
Support ongoing research projects and data analysis.
Impact Reports
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
61
40
/100
Program Expense Ratio
98.64%
20
/20
Program Revenue Growth
0.00%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.6968
6
/20
Working Capital Ratio
0.1834
4
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
2.308
8
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2022
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
Category | Amount | Percentage |
---|---|---|
Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 19.42M | 91.14% |
Program Services | 0 | 0.00% |
Investment Income | 306.6K | 1.44% |
Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 821.7K | 3.86% |
Other Notable Sources | 0 | 0.00% |
Total Revenue | 21.31M | 100.00% |
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