Nonprofit · EIN 13-1624107
NATIONAL HEALTH COUNCIL INC
Tax-exempt · WASHINGTON, DC 20036
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 990 | $6,305,181 | $7,455,272 | -$1,150,091 | $6,369,635 | $4,232,637 | $2,136,998 |
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $5,813,631 | $6,587,015 | -$773,384 | $6,994,596 | $3,911,003 | $3,083,593 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990 | $5,763,209 | $5,927,044 | -$163,835 | $8,042,398 | $4,384,450 | $3,657,948 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $6,158,187
- Membership dues
- $2,121,500
- Program service revenue
- $36,150
- Investment income
- $87,724
- Other revenue
- $23,120
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $767,391
- Other salaries and wages
- $2,483,282
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $4,331,655
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Legal fees
- $1,717
- Accounting fees
- $59,751
- Occupancy
- $392,901
- Travel
- $72,985
- Depreciation
- $33,372
- Program services (functional)
- $5,515,394
- Management and general (functional)
- $959,828
- Fundraising (functional)
- $980,050
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $6,994,596
- Total assets, end of year
- $6,369,635
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $4,232,637
- Net assets, end of year
- $2,136,998
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $84,425
- Publicly traded securities
- $1,928,992
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $711,101
- Net assets with donor restrictions
- $1,425,897
- Gross receipts
- $6,305,181
- Employees
- 24
- Volunteers
- 50
- Year formed
- 1920
- State of legal domicile
- NY
From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.
Officers, directors and key employees
As listed on the 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Randall Rutta | Chief Executive Officer Officer | 35 | $502,057 | $52,993 |
| Susan Gaffney | EVP Membership Dev and Events Key employee | 35 | $265,334 | $19,442 |
| Linda Beza | SVP Finance and Administration Highest-paid employee | 35 | $220,211 | $58,066 |
| Omar Escontrias | SVP Equity Research and Programs Highest-paid employee | 35 | $207,028 | $47,556 |
| Jennifer Dexter | VP Policy Highest-paid employee | 35 | $179,562 | $53,947 |
| Jennifer Schleman | SVP Communications & Governance Highest-paid employee | 35 | $193,300 | $29,569 |
| Kimberly Beer | SVP Policy & Government Affairs Highest-paid employee | 35 | $147,612 | $10,988 |
| Calaneet Balas | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Mike Ybarra | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Harold Wimmer | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Jorey Berry | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Michael Osso | Chair Elect Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Chuck Henderson | Vice Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Michele Oshman | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Katie Schubert | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
13 more people on this return
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gary Puckrein | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Julie Louise Gerberding | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Kenneth Mendez | Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Sue Peschin | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Eric Racine | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Schroeder Stribling | Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Jeff Todd | Immediate Past Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Leah Howard | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Louise Vetter | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Lisa Butler | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Matt Eyles | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Daniel Gillison | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Devin Jopp | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2024: 28 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Randall Rutta | Chief Executive Officer Officer | 35 | $529,715 | $48,354 |
| Linda Beza | SVP Finance and Administration Key employee | 35 | $224,561 | $51,094 |
| Susan Gaffney | EVP Membership Dev and Events Key employee | 35 | $249,966 | $16,952 |
| Omar Escontrias | SVP Equity Research and Programs Highest-paid employee | 35 | $207,009 | $39,205 |
| Jennifer Schleman | SVP Communications & Governance Highest-paid employee | 35 | $192,348 | $28,115 |
| Jennifer Dexter | VP Policy Highest-paid employee | 35 | $166,646 | $50,584 |
| Eric Gascho | SVP Policy & Government Affairs Highest-paid employee | 35 | $181,787 | $23,557 |
| Nancy Brown | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Mike Ybarra | Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Jorey Berry | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Chuck Henderson | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Michele Oshman | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Katie Schubert | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Gary Puckrein | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Julie Louise Gerberding | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Eric Racine | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Leah Howard | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Sunitra Mishra | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Lisa Butler | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Matt Eyles | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Daniel Gillison | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Devin Jopp | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Harold Wimmer | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Michael Osso | Vice Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Kenneth Mendez | Immediate Past Chairman Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Sue Peschin | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Schroeder Stribling | Chair Elect Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Jeff Todd | Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 28 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Randall Rutta | Chief Executive Officer Officer | 35 | $495,485 | $32,859 |
| Linda Beza | SVP Finance and Administrati Highest-paid employee | 35 | $187,320 | $41,626 |
| Omar Escontrias | SVP Equity Research and Pro Highest-paid employee | 35 | $182,000 | $30,594 |
| Eric Gascho | SVP Policy & Government Affa Highest-paid employee | 35 | $182,200 | $27,065 |
| Susan Gaffney | EVP Membership Dev and Even Key employee | 35 | $195,300 | $13,602 |
| Jennifer Schleman | SVP Communications & Governa Highest-paid employee | 35 | $177,100 | $26,437 |
| Jennifer Dexter | VP Policy Highest-paid employee | 35 | $147,800 | $47,586 |
| Matt Eyles | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Julie Louise Gerberding | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Nancy Brown | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Lisa Butler | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Leah Howard | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Leonard Valentino | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Eric Racine | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Daniel Gillison | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Diana Gray | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Michael Osso | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Stephen Ubl | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Cassandra McCullough | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Devin Jopp | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Lisa Simpson | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Gary Puckrein | Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Kenneth Mendez | Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| LaVarne Burton | Immediate Past Chairman Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Harold Wimmer | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Jeff Todd | Chair Elect Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Schroeder Stribling | Vice Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Sue Peschin | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 1730 M ST NW STE 650, WASHINGTON, DC 20036-4581
- In care of
- % RANDALL RUTTA
- Principal officer (990 for 2025)
- Randall Rutta, 1730 M Street NW Ste 650, Washington, DC 20036
- Signed the 990
- RANDALL RUTTA, Chief Executive Officer
- Phone
- (202) 785-3910
- Return prepared by
- Mullins PC
Mission
To provide a united voice for people with chronic diseases and disabilities.
Program accomplishments
- Special Projects: Authored, provided leadership, research, analysis, advocacy, and support on various projects: The NHC developed tools, resources, and partnerships to support NHC members, the patient community, and stakeholders in creating a patient-centered health care system. Promoted patient-centered research, value assessment, and evidence generation through peer-reviewed publications, co-authored publications, and published studies on unmet needs and patient experiences. Co-authored several studies including U.S. Food Allergy Patients Experiences, Priorities, and Needs Qualitative Study, which applied the NHCs Patient Experience Mapping Toolbox to examine the experiences of more than 80 patients with food allergies. Expanded access to trusted health information on chronic disease prevention and management through a new video series. This Trusted Messenger campaign showcased grassroots leaders and community advocates discussing issues related to access, prevention, and management of chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, and obesity. It reached over 21 million people across the United States. Engaged in more than 30 speaking engagements at leading health and research conferences across the U.S. and internationally.Expenses $2,874,990
- Member Services: With an expanded member base, the NHC strengthen its role by providing leadership, information, and support to members through policy and advocacy initiatives, legislative/regulatory activities, engagement with health agencies, amplifying patient voices, and technical support through various projects. In 2025, this work included: Expanded member collaboration via NHC Connect, a members-only online platform. Three new communities launched to enhance collaboration and resource-sharing among NHC members, focusing on health equity, research, and patient engagement. The NHC has continued to create several avenues for guiding artificial intelligence (AI) technology use in health care. In 2025, the NHC advanced its patient partnership in health AI and technology by launching the Patient Experience Innovation Center (PXI). PXI provides a new resource to support patient-informed, business-centric health AI development and use. The NHC promoted health equity through the new Connect community, newsletters, and hosting Health Equity Affinity Group meetings and quarterly lunch-and-learns to share work from NHC partner organizations. The NHC advanced health equity through listening sessions, promoting patient-centered research, value assessment, and evidence generation, publishing studies on unmet needs and patient experiences, and supporting chronic disease prevention messaging reaching millions. Expanded the NHCs reach through social media, publications, congressional briefings, and targeted campaigns such as the Trusted Messenger campaign elevating patient stories. Efforts focused on expanding access, affordability, and patient engagement in health policy; advocated on federal issues including drug pricing, AI, Medicaid, and research funding. Provided technical support through member projects, including the Patient Organization (PO) Standards of Excellence Certification program, Washington Representatives Retreat, and the Washington Reps Summer Meeting, Affinity Group educational webinars and meetings, Annual Revenue and Compensation surveys, and monthly policy action teams. In addition, the NHC staff participated in panels, task forces, advisory committees, and presentations in collaboration with governmental, business/industry, and other health care sector organizations.Expenses $1,568,662
- Conference: In 2025, the National Health Council (NHC) reinforced its role as a leading convener for patient-centered health care, using meetings, briefings, roundtables, symposiums, online communities, and external presentations to connect patient organizations, policymakers, industry leaders, and other stakeholders around shared priorities. The NHC held its annual 2-day Health Leadership Conference in Fort Lauderdale, FL, bringing together over 160 CEOs, senior staff, and Board volunteers from NHC member organizations. The NHC hosted its 8th Annual Science of Patient Engagement Symposium at the National Press Club in Washington, DC. With a record turnout of over 170, the Symposium brought together leaders from patient organizations, nonprofits, industry, academia, and government to discuss how patients, families, and caregivers can help create a more practical, inclusive, and innovative health care system. The NHC hosted its 3rd Washington Representative Summer Meeting in June, bringing together over 100 policy and government relations professionals to discuss health care legislative priorities. The Summer Meeting was followed by the Annual Washington Representative Retreat held in Annapolis, MD, in November, with a record attendance of more than 140 policy and government relations professionals from NHC member organizations who came together to hear from policy and regulatory experts, share organizational challenges and successes, navigate the evolving health policy landscape, network with peers, and set policy priorities for the coming year. The NHC concluded the year with its Annual Membership Meeting and Luncheon, attended by more than 160 representatives from NHC member organizations, to reflect on 2025 challenges and celebrate the organizations and patient communitys accomplishments.Expenses $1,071,742
What it must file and when
IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in December, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | December 31, 2025 | May 15, 2026 | 990 on file |
| 2024 | December 31, 2024 | May 15, 2025 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 13-1624107
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- Publicly supported organization (509(a)(2))
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 1938
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $6,369,635
- Income (IRS master file)
- $6,305,181
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2025 | $6,305,181 | $7,455,272 | $6,369,635 | XML |
| 990 | December 2024 | $5,813,631 | $6,587,015 | $6,994,596 | XML |
| 990 | December 2023 | $5,763,209 | $5,927,044 | $8,042,398 | XML |
| 990 | December 2022 | $4,670,575 | $4,594,412 | $7,871,524 | IRS |
| 990 | December 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 13-1624107).
Questions about NATIONAL HEALTH COUNCIL INC
- What is the EIN of NATIONAL HEALTH COUNCIL INC?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of NATIONAL HEALTH COUNCIL INC is 13-1624107.
- Is NATIONAL HEALTH COUNCIL INC tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1938.
- Are donations to NATIONAL HEALTH COUNCIL INC tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does NATIONAL HEALTH COUNCIL INC file?
- Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.
- When is the next return of NATIONAL HEALTH COUNCIL INC due?
- The return for tax year 2026 (the year ending December 31, 2026) is due May 17, 2027. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did NATIONAL HEALTH COUNCIL INC last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of NATIONAL HEALTH COUNCIL INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 names Randall Rutta.
- Who are the officers and directors of NATIONAL HEALTH COUNCIL INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 28 people; 7 received compensation from the organization, the highest $502,057 (Randall Rutta, Chief Executive Officer).
- How much revenue does NATIONAL HEALTH COUNCIL INC have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $6,305,181, expenses of $7,455,272 and total assets of $6,369,635 at year end.
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