New York University vs The Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Side-by-side nonprofit efficiency comparison from IRS 990 data
New York University (A) and The Cleveland Clinic Foundation (B) are close on the LakeQuality efficiency rubric. With grades this close, the choice between them turns on factors outside the rubric: mission alignment with donor priorities, program track record, or geographic focus.
With composite scores this close, the decision should weight non-financial factors: the specific program work each organization does, the geography they serve, the donor's relationship with leadership, and the marginal value of each additional dollar of funding to the organization.
Verdict
New York University earns a higher Efficiency Score of 84/100 (A) compared to The Cleveland Clinic Foundation at 79/100 (B). New York University directs 78.0% of expenses to programs. CEO compensation: New York University at $0 vs The Cleveland Clinic Foundation at $0.
| Metric | New York University | The Cleveland Clinic Foundation |
|---|---|---|
| Efficiency Score Composite of program ratio, revenue growth, reserves, and CEO comp | 84/100 (A)* | 79/100 (B) |
| Program Spending Ratio % of expenses going to programs (higher means more goes to mission) | 78.0% | 78.0%* |
| CEO Compensation | $0 | $0 |
| Revenue | $10.5B | $7.6B |
| Total Expenses | $10.1B | $7.7B |
| Total Assets | $19.8B | $15.4B |
| Category | Education | Health |
| Location | New York, New York | Cleveland, Ohio |
New York University earns a higher Efficiency Score of 84/100 (A) compared to The Cleveland Clinic Foundation at 79/100 (B). New York University directs 78.0% of expenses to programs. CEO compensation: New York University at $0 vs The Cleveland Clinic Foundation at $0.