Medical Research (H12) IRS Verified DX Registered 990 on File

STRAIN FOR THE BRAIN INC

EIN: 27-2483462 · BROOKFIELD, WI 53008-0656 · United States · FY 2024 Data

4 out of 5 75 / 100 Based on one year of filings

Financial strength (30%) 92/100

Reliability (20%) 40/100

Effectiveness (25%) 78/100

Impact (25%) 80/100

Financial data: FY 2024 · Scored 9/13/2026

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Mission Statement

Strain for the Brain (SFTB) is a Milwaukee-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization raising funding for brain cancer research, patient support, and education. Brain cancer is a devastating disease that affects 80,000 people and their families each year in the USA. Over the years, SFTB has donated over $625,000 dollars to Froedtert & Medical College of Wisconsin Cancer Center. The funds raised directly contribute to advancements in research, medical treatments, and support programs for individuals and families impacted by this life-changing condition. Our organization is hosting our 15th annual Strain for the Brain 5k Run/Walk on June 1st at the Harley - Davidson Museum.

Financial Overview — FY 2024

$158K

Total Revenue

$184K

Total Expenses

N/A

Net Assets

Employees

Revenue Sources

Program Expense Ratio N/A

Fundraising Efficiency 200.0%

Operating Reserve N/A

Liability-to-Asset 0.0%

Revenue Diversification N/A

Executive Compensation $0

Compared with Peers

FY 2024

Compared with 726 similar organizations (United States, Medical Research, $100K–$1M in expenses), FY 2024.

This organization Middle half of peers (P25–P75) Peer median

Ratio	This org	Peer median	Position (P10 → P90)
Fundraising efficiency Fundraising expenses / gross fundraising income · lower is better	200.0%	10.0%	P10P90	Bottom quarter
Liabilities to assets Total liabilities / total assets · lower is better	0.0%	0.4%	P10P90	Top quarter
Surplus margin Surplus as a share of revenue	-16.0%	1.8%	P10P90

Impact

1 program

Outcome / Program	People Served	Cost / Service	# Completed	Duration
Over the years, SFTB has donated over $625,000 dollars to Froedtert & Medical College of Wisconsin C	80,000	$1.00	—	Lifetime

Financial History

Year	Revenue	Expenses	Net Assets	Program %	Staff
2024	$158K	$184K	N/A	—	0
2019	$120K	$32K	N/A	—	1

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Organization Details

EIN: 27-2483462
State: WI
City: BROOKFIELD
ZIP: 53008-0656
Classification: H12
Category: Medical Research
Rating: 4★
Coverage: B
Last Updated: Aug 2026
IRS Ruling Year: 2010
Foundation Code
Form 990: On File

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