Philanthropy & Grantmaking · NY
Lutheran Charities
Lutheran Charities reported paying Melanie Rushforth, Chief Executive Officer, $81,828 in total compensation (FY 2024).
That places Melanie Rushforth at approximately the 90th percentile among 62 similarly sized philanthropy & grantmaking nonprofits (median $41,856).
$134,779Total revenue (FY 2024)
$81,828Total executive compensation
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Compensation is normalized to NY cost of living (BEA Regional Price Parities); each organization's reported figure is on its linked 990.
| Organization | State | Revenue | Total comp |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Seltzer Family Foundation | NY | $135,608 | $71,536 |
| United Way Of Scott County Indiana Inc | IN | $137,748 | $37,217 |
| United Way Of Boone County Il | IL | $139,304 | $65,492 |
| George Rogers Clark Athletic Boosters | KY | $139,411 | $8,499 |
| Caledonia Conservancy Ltd | WI | $140,610 | $46,211 |
| Clearfield Area United Way | PA | $128,599 | $31,331 |
| United Way Of Chaves County | NM | $141,197 | $68,612 |
| Money Management Education | WI | $142,188 | $24,894 |