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Institute for Economics and Peace

EIN 45-3114269 · New York, NY

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair58 out of 100GovernanceGood84 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

THE INSTITUTE FOR ECONOMICS AND PEACE (IEP) IS AN INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE DEDICATED TO BUILDING A GREATER UNDERSTANDING OF THE INTER-RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN BUSINESS, PEACE AND ECONOMICS, WITH A PARTICULAR EMPHASIS ON THE ECONOMIC BENEFITS OF PEACE.

Income
$525,507
Spending
$497,062
Spent on programs
57%
Reserves
2.7 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 69%
Employees
2
Highest pay
$194,320, executive director

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Fair: 58 out of 100. Higher than 20% of charities in its peer group (social science, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    10 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 2.7 months of spending.

  • Debt

    10 of 20

    It owes 38% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 5% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 33% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    8 of 15

    57% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 38 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Good: 84 out of 100. Higher than 67% of charities in its peer group (social science, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    5 of 5 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    0 of 7

    Reports no written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    6 of 15

    Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Impact evidence

Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.

Programs described in its return (1)
  1. $281,862 spent. Executive SummaryIEP conducts research on peace, conflict, and resilience, producing globally recognized indices and analytical tools used by governments, multilateral institutions, and development organizations. During the year, IEP published four major research reports, delivered over 100 briefings and presentations across the United States, Canada, and Latin America, expanded its Positive Peace programming into 12 countries, and deepened partnerships with UN agencies, international humanitarian organizations, and major foundations. This work continued to position IEP as a leading source of data and analysis on global peace and security.Global Peace IndexIEP released the latest edition of the Global Peace Index, covering 163 countries, with launch events held in New York, Washington DC, Canada, and globally online. These events were attended by Ambassadors, Deputy Permanent Representatives, government officials, and representatives from development research institutions and civil society organizations. Briefings were delivered throughout the year to government agencies, security sector partners, and academic institutions, with Spanish-language presentations reaching audiences across Latin America.Global Terrorism IndexThe latest edition of the Global Terrorism Index was launched with events held across the United States and Canada, including briefings for defense, law enforcement, and security sector partners, as well as for think tanks, universities, and academic institutions throughout North America.Ecological Threat ReportThe latest edition of the Ecological Threat Report, analyzing food insecurity, water risk, demographic pressure, and natural hazards, was launched with events coordinated alongside UN environmental agencies, peacebuilding alliances, and Missions to the United Nations. Findings were briefed at UN conferences and the reports framing of environmental threats as peacebuilding issues was featured in discussions at COP 30 in Brazil.Mexico Peace IndexIEP published the latest edition of the Mexico Peace Index, which was referenced in over 600 press articles within two weeks of release. The Index continues to inform the security strategies of multiple Mexican states, the federal government, and peacebuilding organizations operating throughout the country. Over 40 MPI and Positive Peace related presentations, trainings, and consultancies were delivered in Mexico throughout the year.POSITIVE PEACEIEPs Positive Peace programming expanded into new regions and partner organizations during the year. Working with international humanitarian and development partners, IEP developed a comprehensive field manual applying the 8 Pillars of Positive Peace to development and peace programming, now being rolled out to staff globally. IEP also contributed to the development of new child vulnerability measurement systems and to discussions on how peace and resilience metrics could guide resource allocation across partner development portfolios.IEPs network of Positive Peace Activators continued to grow, with members integrating the framework into peace education and community programs across Latin America and other parts of the world. Positive Peace workshops were delivered at international conventions and partner events, training participants in the application of the framework. Among these, a Programs of Scale initiative in Colombia became the first large-scale program of its kind dedicated to peacebuilding with Positive Peace as a core component. The Community Strength Barometer was further developed as a community resilience measurement tool.PARTNERSHIPSIEPs UN engagement deepened during the year. Among multiple engagements with UN agencies, IEP co-hosted roundtables and validation workshops on topics including the impact of militarization on the Sustainable Development Goals, joined advisory boards for UN peacekeeping initiatives on data literacy, and advanced discussions on country-level assessments of peacebuilding investments in West Africa.Academic and civil society engagement expanded with presentations at university peace colloquiums and development research institutions across the US and Canada, including briefings for civil society leaders from humanitarian and peace education organizations. New foundation funding supported research on security, governance, and civic space, as well as regional conflict prevention initiatives developed with UN development agencies and university research centers. These partnerships, along with IEPs expanding research portfolio and Positive Peace programming, position the organization for continued growth in the year ahead.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Legitimacy checks

  1. Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.

    Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  2. Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.

    Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.

    Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated November 6, 2026.

  3. Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.

    On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.

    Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending June 2025.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since February 2013.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  6. Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.

    Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.

    Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated November 4, 2026.

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