Form990
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Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax
Under section 501(c), 527, or 4947(a)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code (except black lung benefit trust or private foundation)

MediumBullet The organization may have to use a copy of this return to satisfy state reporting requirements.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public Inspection
A For the calendar year, or tax year beginning 10-01-2010 and ending 09-30-2011
BCheck if applicable:
CName of organization
National Multiple Sclerosis Society
 
Doing Business As
 
 
Number and street (or P.O. box if mail is not delivered to street address)
733 third avenue
 
Room/suite
City or town, state or country, and ZIP + 4
new york, NY100173288
D Employer identification number

13-5661935
E Telephone number

G Gross receipts $ 97,212,260
F Name and address of principal officer:
Cynthia Zagieboylo
733 THIRD AVENUE
NEW YORK,NY100173288
I
Tax-exempt status: (   ) LeftBullet (insert no.) or
J
Website:MediumBullet
www.nationalmssociety.org
H(a)
Is this a group return for
affiliates?
H(b)
Are all affiliates included?
If "No," attach a list. (see instructions)
H(c)
Group exemption number MediumBullet  
K Form of organization:
 
L Year of formation: 1946
M State of legal domicile: NY
Part I
Summary
Activities & Governance 1 Briefly describe the organization’s mission or most significant activities: National Multiple Sclerosis Society (NMSS) mobilizes people and resources to drive research for a cure and to address the challenges of everyone affected by Multiple sclerosis (MS).
2 Check this box MediumBullet
3 Number of voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1a) .... 3 35
4 Number of independent voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1b) .... 4 34
5 Total number of individuals employed in calendar year 2010 (Part V, line 2a) ... 5 241
6 Total number of volunteers (estimate if necessary) .... 6 500
7a Total unrelated business revenue from Part VIII, column (C), line 12 .. 7a 1,040,132
b Net unrelated business taxable income from Form 990-T, line 34 .. 7b -735,285
Revenues; Prior Year Current Year
8 Contributions and grants (Part VIII, line 1h) ......... 99,033,988 94,112,574
9 Program service revenue (Part VIII, line 2g) ......... 1,227,503 305,161
10 Investment income (Part VIII, column (A), lines 3, 4, and 7d ) .... 799,703 28,827
11 Other revenue (Part VIII, column (A), lines 5, 6d, 8c, 9c, 10c, and 11e) 1,728,550 2,765,698
12 Total revenue—add lines 8 through 11 (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12)................... 102,789,744 97,212,260
Expenses; 13 Grants and similar amounts paid (Part IX, column (A), lines 1–3 )... 31,678,521 35,272,837
14 Benefits paid to or for members (Part IX, column (A), line 4) .... 0 0
15 Salaries, other compensation, employee benefits (Part IX, column (A), lines 5–10) 21,008,686 22,765,919
16a Professional fundraising fees (Part IX, column (A), line 11e).... 0 0
b Total fundraising expenses (Part IX, column (D), line 25) MediumBullet6,970,245    
17 Other expenses (Part IX, column (A), lines 11a–11d, 11f–24f).... 39,896,396 40,108,545
18 Total expenses. Add lines 13–17 (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) 92,583,603 98,147,301
19 Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 18 from line 12...... 10,206,141 -935,041
Net Assets or Fund Balances; Beginning of Current Year End of Year
20 Total assets (Part X, line 16)............ 71,339,386 76,020,323
21 Total liabilities (Part X, line 26)............ 43,536,948 51,558,467
22 Net assets or fund balances. Subtract line 21 from line 20 ..... 27,802,438 24,461,856
Part II
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Cat. No. 11282Y
Form 990 (2010)
Form 990 (2010)
Page 2
Part III
Statement of Program Service Accomplishments
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part III . . . . . . . . . .
1
Briefly describe the organization’s mission: WE MOBILIZE PEOPLE AND RESOURCES TO DRIVE RESEARCH FOR A CURE AND TO ADDRESS THE CHALLENGES OF EVERYONE AFFECTED BY MS.
2
Did the organization undertake any significant program services during the year which were not listed on
the prior Form 990 or 990-EZ? ....................
If “Yes,” describe these new services on Schedule O.
3
Did the organization cease conducting, or make significant changes in how it conducts, any program services? ..........................
If “Yes,” describe these changes on Schedule O.
4
Describe the exempt purpose achievements for each of the organization’s three largest program services by expenses.
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations and section 4947(a)(1) trusts are required to report the amount of grants and allocations to others, the total expenses, and revenue, if any, for each program service reported.
4a (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 40,257,414 including grants of $ 35,272,837 ) (Revenue $ 713,120 )
Research & Research fellowships - represents grants to support scientific studies or investigation plus all other costs or expenses incurred while conducting a program in which new knowledge is being sought to find cures or alleviations of multiple sclerosis.
4b (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 23,305,937 including grants of $   ) (Revenue $   )
Services to chapters - includes the costs associated with providing support for chapter development, campaign development, fund-raising material and supplies and chapter services as provided under the related arrangements.
4c (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 9,263,829 including grants of $   ) (Revenue $ 305,161 )
Client and Community Services - represents programs for detecting multiple sclerosis, improving community health practices, supporting clinics, providing physicians and other healthcare providers and other assistances to individuals who have multiple sclerosis.
4d Other program services. (Describe in Schedule O.)
(Expenses $ 10,650,200 including grants of $   ) (Revenue $   )
4e Total program service expensesMediumBullet$ 83,477,380
Form 990 (2010)
Form 990 (2010)
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Part IV
Checklist of Required Schedules
Yes
No
1
Is the organization described in section 501(c)(3) or 4947(a)(1) (other than a private foundation)? If “Yes,” complete Schedule AClick to see attachment.....................
1
Yes
 
2
Is the organization required to complete Schedule B, Schedule of Contributors? ........
2
 
No
3
Did the organization engage in direct or indirect political campaign activities on behalf of or in opposition to candidates for public office? If “Yes,” complete Schedule C, Part IClick to see attachment..........
3
 
No
4
Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization engage in lobbying activities? If “Yes,” complete Schedule C,
Part IIClick to see attachment.........................
4
Yes
 
5
Is the organization a section 501(c)(4), 501(c)(5), or 501(c)(6) organization that receives membership dues, assessments, or similar amounts as defined in Revenue Procedure 98-19? If “Yes,” complete Schedule C, Part III........................
5
 
 
6
Did the organization maintain any donor advised funds or any similar funds or accounts where donors have the right to provide advice on the distribution or investment of amounts in such funds or accounts? If “Yes,” complete
Schedule D, Part IClick to see attachment.......................
6
 
No
7
Did the organization receive or hold a conservation easement, including easements to preserve open space,
the environment, historic land areas or historic structures? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part IIClick to see attachment...
7
 
No
8
Did the organization maintain collections of works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part III Click to see attachment....................
8
 
No
9
Did the organization report an amount in Part X, line 21; serve as a custodian for amounts not listed in Part X; or provide credit counseling, debt management, credit repair, or debt negotiation services? If “Yes,”
complete Schedule D, Part IVClick to see attachment...................
9
 
No
10
Did the organization, directly or through a related organization, hold assets in term, permanent,or quasi-endowments? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part VClick to see attachment
10
Yes
 
11
If the organization’s answer to any of the following questions is ‘Yes,’ then complete Schedule D, Parts VI, VII, VIII, IX, or X as applicable:
a
Did the organization report an amount for land, buildings, and equipment in Part X, line10? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part VI.Click to see attachment
11a
Yes
 
b
Did the organization report an amount for investments—other securities in Part X, line 12 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part VII.Click to see attachment
11b
 
No
c
Did the organization report an amount for investments—program related in Part X, line 13 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part VIII.Click to see attachment
11c
 
No
d
Did the organization report an amount for other assets in Part X, line 15 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part IX.Click to see attachment
11d
 
No
e
Did the organization report an amount for other liabilities in Part X, line 25? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part X.Click to see attachment
11e
Yes
 
f
Did the organization’s separate or consolidated financial statements for the tax year include a footnote that addresses the organization’s liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC 740)? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part X.Click to see attachment
11f
 
No
12a
Did the organization obtain separate, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Parts XI, XII, and XIII Click to see attachment
12a
 
No
b
Was the organization included in consolidated, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If “Yes,” and if the organization answered ‘No’ to line 12a, then completing Schedule D, Parts XI, XII, and XIII is optional Click to see attachment
12b
Yes
 
13
Is the organization a school described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(ii)? If “Yes,” complete Schedule E
13
 
No
14a
Did the organization maintain an office, employees, or agents outside of the United States?....
14a
 
No
b
Did the organization have aggregate revenues or expenses of more than $10,000 from grantmaking, fundraising, business, and program service activities outside the United States? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Part I......... Click to see attachment
14b
Yes
 
15
Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of grants or assistance to any organization or entity located outside the U.S.? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Part II.. Click to see attachment
15
Yes
 
16
Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of aggregate grants or assistance to individuals located outside the U.S.? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Part III.. Click to see attachment
16
 
No
17
Did the organization report a total of more than $15,000, of expenses for professional fundraising services on Part IX, column (A), lines 6 and 11e? If “Yes,” complete Schedule G, Part I
17
 
No
18
Did the organization report more than $15,000 total of fundraising event gross income and contributions on Part VIII, lines 1c and 8a? If “Yes,” complete Schedule G, Part II..........
18
 
No
19
Did the organization report more than $15,000 of gross income from gaming activities on Part VIII, line 9a? If “Yes,” complete Schedule G, Part III...................
19
 
No
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Form 990 (2010)
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Part IV
Checklist of Required Schedules (continued)
20a
Did the organization operate one or more hospitals? If “Yes,” complete Schedule H.....
20a
 
No
b
Did the organization attach its audited financial statement to this return? Note: All Form 990 filers that operate one or more hospitals must attach audited financial statements. .....
20b
 
 
21
Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants and other assistance to governments and organizations in the United States on Part IX, column (A), line 1? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and II.. Click to see attachment
21
Yes
 
22
Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants and other assistance to individuals in the United States on Part IX, column (A), line 2? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and III..... Click to see attachment
22
 
No
23
Did the organization answer “Yes” to Part VII, Section A, questions 3, 4, or 5, about compensation of the organization’s current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees? If “Yes,” complete Schedule J................ Click to see attachment
23
Yes
 
24a
Did the organization have a tax-exempt bond issue with an outstanding principal amount of more than $100,000 as of the last day of the year, that was issued after December 31, 2002? If “Yes,” answer questions 24b–24d and complete Schedule K. If “No,” go to line 25................
24a
 
No
b
Did the organization invest any proceeds of tax-exempt bonds beyond a temporary period exception?...
24b
 
 
c
Did the organization maintain an escrow account other than a refunding escrow at any time during the year
to defease any tax-exempt bonds?......................
24c
 
 
d
Did the organization act as an “on behalf of” issuer for bonds outstanding at any time during the year?...
24d
 
 
25a
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations. Did the organization engage in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person during the year? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part I......
25a
 
No
b
Is the organization aware that it engaged in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person in a prior year, and that the transaction has not been reported on any of the organization’s prior Forms 990 or 990-EZ? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part I................
25b
 
No
26
Was a loan to or by a current or former officer, director, trustee, key employee, highly compensated employee, or disqualified person outstanding as of the end of the organization’s tax year? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L,
Part II...........................
26
 
No
27
Did the organization provide a grant or other assistance to an officer, director, trustee, key employee, substantial contributor, or a grant selection committee member, or to a person related to such an individual? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part III...............
27
 
No
28
Was the organization a party to a business transaction with one of the following parties? (see Schedule L, Part IV instructions for applicable filing thresholds, conditions, and exceptions):
a
A current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part IV .........................
28a
 
No
b
A family member of a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If “Yes,”
complete Schedule L, Part IV...................
28b
 
No
c
An entity of which a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee (or a family member thereof) was an officer, director, trustee, or owner? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part IV..
28c
 
No
29
Did the organization receive more than $25,000 in non-cash contributions? If “Yes,” complete Schedule M
29
 
No
30
Did the organization receive contributions of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets, or qualified conservation contributions? If “Yes,” complete Schedule M............
30
 
No
31
Did the organization liquidate, terminate, or dissolve and cease operations? If “Yes,” complete Schedule N,
Part I...........................
31
 
No
32
Did the organization sell, exchange, dispose of, or transfer more than 25% of its net assets? If “Yes,” complete Schedule N, Part II.......................
32
 
No
33
Did the organization own 100% of an entity disregarded as separate from the organization under Regulations sections 301.7701-2 and 301.7701-3? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Part I........ Click to see attachment
33
Yes
 
34
Was the organization related to any tax-exempt or taxable entity? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Parts II, III, IV, and V, line 1..................... Click to see attachment
34
 
No
35
Is any related organization a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? .....
35
 
No
a
Did the organization receive any payment from or engage in any transaction with a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2... Click to see attachment
36
Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization make any transfers to an exempt non-charitable related organization? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2........... Click to see attachment
36
 
No
37
Did the organization conduct more than 5% of its activities through an entity that is not a related organization and that is treated as a partnership for federal income tax purposes? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Part VIClick to see attachment
37
 
No
38
Did the organization complete Schedule O and provide explanations in Schedule O for Part VI, lines 11 and 19? Note. All Form 990 filers are required to complete Schedule O. ............
38
Yes
 
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Form 990 (2010)
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Part V
Statements Regarding Other IRS Filings and Tax Compliance
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part V . . . . . . . . . .
Yes
No
1a
Enter the number reported in Box 3 of Form 1096. Enter -0- if not applicable. .......
1a
106
b
Enter the number of Forms W-2G included in line 1a. Enter -0- if not applicable.
1b
0
c
Did the organization comply with backup withholding rules for reportable payments to vendors and reportable gaming (gambling) winnings to prize winners? ..................
1c
Yes
 
2a
Enter the number of employees reported on Form W-3, Transmittal of Wage and Tax Statements filed for the calendar year ending with or within the year covered by this return .....................
2a
241
b
If at least one is reported on line 2a, did the organization file all required federal employment tax returns?

Note. If the sum of lines 1a and 2a is greater than 250, you may be required to e-file. (see instructions)
2b
Yes
 
3a
Did the organization have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year?.............................
3a
Yes
 
b
If “Yes,” has it filed a Form 990-T for this year? If “No,” provide an explanation in Schedule O.....
3b
Yes
 
4a
At any time during the calendar year, did the organization have an interest in, or a signature or other authority over, a financial account in a foreign country (such as a bank account or securities account)?.......................
4a
 
No
b
If "Yes," enter the name of the foreign country: MediumBullet
See instructions for filing requirements for Form TD F 90-22.1, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts.
5a
Was the organization a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction at any time during the tax year?..
5a
 
No
b
Did any taxable party notify the organization that it was or is a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction?
5b
 
No
c
If “Yes” to line 5a or 5b, did the organization file Form 8886-T? ........
5c
 
 
6a
Does the organization have annual gross receipts that are normally greater than $100,000, and did the organization solicit any contributions that were not tax deductible?..........
6a
 
No
b
If “Yes,” did the organization include with every solicitation an express statement that such contributions or gifts were not tax deductible?........................
6b
 
 
7
Organizations that may receive deductible contributions under section 170(c).
a
Did the organization receive a payment in excess of $75 made partly as a contribution and partly for goods and services provided to the payor?....................
7a
 
No
b
If “Yes,” did the organization notify the donor of the value of the goods or services provided?.....
7b
 
 
c
Did the organization sell, exchange, or otherwise dispose of tangible personal property for which it was required to file Form 8282?...........................
7c
 
No
d
If “Yes,” indicate the number of Forms 8282 filed during the year ....
7d
 
e
Did the organization receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on a personal benefit contract?..........................
7e
 
No
f
Did the organization, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract?..
7f
 
No
g
If the organization received a contribution of qualified intellectual property, did the organization file Form 8899 as required?...................
7g
 
 
h
If the organization received a contribution of cars, boats, airplanes, or other vehicles, did the organization file a Form 1098-C?...............
7h
 
 
8
Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds and section 509(a)(3) supporting organizations. Did the supporting organization, or a donor advised fund maintained by a sponsoring organization, have excess business holdings at any time during the year?................
8
 
 
9
Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds.
a
Did the organization make any taxable distributions under section 4966?.........
9a
 
 
b
Did the organization make a distribution to a donor, donor advisor, or related person?......
9b
 
 
10
Section 501(c)(7) organizations. Enter:
a
Initiation fees and capital contributions included on Part VIII, line 12 ...
10a
 
b
Gross receipts, included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, for public use of club facilities
10b
 
11
Section 501(c)(12) organizations. Enter:
a
Gross income from members or shareholders .........
11a
 
b
Gross income from other sources (Do not net amounts due or paid to other sources against amounts due or received from them.) ........
11b
 
12a
Section 4947(a)(1) non-exempt charitable trusts. Is the organization filing Form 990 in lieu of Form 1041?
12a
 
 
b
If “Yes,” enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the year.
12b
 
13
Section 501(c)(29) qualified nonprofit health insurance issuers.
a
Is the organization licensed to issue qualified health plans in more than one state?
Note. All 501(c)(29) organizations must list in Schedule O each state in which they are licensed to issue qualified health plans, the amount of reserves required by each state, and the amount of reserves the organization allocated to each state.
13a
 
 
b
Enter the aggregate amount of reserves the organization is required to maintain by the states in which the organization is licensed to issue qualified health plans.
13b
 
c
Enter the aggregate amount of reserves on hand.
13c
 
14a
Did the organization receive any payments for indoor tanning services during the tax year?.....
14a
 
 
b
If "Yes," has it filed a Form 720 to report these payments? If “No,” provide an explanation in Schedule O..
14b
 
 
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Form 990 (2010)
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Part VI
Governance, Management, and Disclosure For each “Yes” response to lines 2 through 7b below, and for a “No” response to lines 8a, 8b, or 10b below, describe the circumstances, processes, or changes in Schedule O. See instructions.
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part VI . . . . . . . . . .
Section A. Governing Body and Management
Yes
No
1a
Enter the number of voting members of the governing body at the end of the tax year ..............
1a
35
b
Enter the number of voting members included in line 1a, above, who are independent .................
1b
34
2
Did any officer, director, trustee, or key employee have a family relationship or a business relationship with any other officer, director, trustee, or key employee? .................
2
 
No
3
Did the organization delegate control over management duties customarily performed by or under the direct supervision of officers, directors or trustees, or key employees to a management company or other person? ..
3
 
No
4
Did the organization make any significant changes to its governing documents since the prior Form 990 was filed?
4
 
No
5
Did the organization become aware during the year of a significant diversion of the organization’s assets? .
5
 
No
6
Does the organization have members or stockholders? ................
6
 
No
7a
Does the organization have members, stockholders, or other persons who may elect one or more members of the governing body? .........................
7a
 
No
b
Are any decisions of the governing body subject to approval by members, stockholders, or other persons? ..
7b
 
No
8
Did the organization contemporaneously document the meetings held or written actions undertaken during the year by the following:
a
The governing body? .........................
8a
Yes
 
b
Each committee with authority to act on behalf of the governing body? ............
8b
Yes
 
9
Is there any officer, director, trustee, or key employee listed in Part VII, Section A, who cannot be reached at the organization’s mailing address? If “Yes,” provide the names and addresses in Schedule O .....
9
 
No
Section B. Policies (This Section B requests information about policies not required by the Internal
Revenue Code.)
Yes
No
10a
Does the organization have local chapters, branches, or affiliates? ............
10a
Yes
 
b
If “Yes,” does the organization have written policies and procedures governing the activities of such chapters, affiliates, and branches to ensure their operations are consistent with those of the organization? ....
10b
Yes
 
11a
Has the organization provided a copy of this Form 990 to all members of its governing body before filing the form?
11a
Yes
 
b
Describe in Schedule O the process, if any, used by the organization to review the Form 990. .....
12a
Does the organization have a written conflict of interest policy? If “No,” go to line 13.......
12a
Yes
 
b
Are officers, directors or trustees, and key employees required to disclose annually interests that could give rise to conflicts? ...........................
12b
Yes
 
c
Does the organization regularly and consistently monitor and enforce compliance with the policy? If “Yes,” describe in Schedule O how this is done ....................
12c
Yes
 
13
Does the organization have a written whistleblower policy? ...............
13
Yes
 
14
Does the organization have a written document retention and destruction policy? .........
14
Yes
 
15
Did the process for determining compensation of the following persons include a review and approval by independent persons, comparability data, and contemporaneous substantiation of the deliberation and decision?
a
The organization’s CEO, Executive Director, or top management official ...........
15a
Yes
 
b
Other officers or key employees of the organization ................
15b
Yes
 
If "Yes" to line a or b, describe the process in Schedule O. (See instructions.)
16a
Did the organization invest in, contribute assets to, or participate in a joint venture or similar arrangement with a taxable entity during the year? ......................
16a
 
No
b
If “Yes,” has the organization adopted a written policy or procedure requiring the organization to evaluate its participation in joint venture arrangements under applicable federal tax law, and taken steps to safeguard the organization’s exempt status with respect to such arrangements? ............
16b
 
 
Section C. Disclosure
17
List the States with which a copy of this Form 990 is required to be filedMediumBullet
AL , AK , AZ , AR , CA , CO , CT , DE , FL , GA , HI , ID , IL , IN , IA , KS , KY , LA , ME , MD , MA , MI , MN , MS , MO , MT , NE , NV , NH , NJ , NM , NY , NC , ND , OH , OK , OR , PA , PR , RI , SC , SD , TN , TX , UT , VT , VA , WA , WV , WI , WY
18
Section 6104 requires an organization to make its Form 1023 (or 1024 if applicable), 990, and 990-T (501(c)(3)s only) available for public inspection. Indicate how you make these available. Check all that apply.
19
Describe in Schedule O whether (and if so, how), the organization makes its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public.
20
State the name, physical address, and telephone number of the person who possesses the books and records of the organization: MediumBullet
JEFF GENTRY
733 THIRD AVENUE
new york,NY100173288
(212) 476-0424
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Form 990 (2010)
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Part VII
Compensation of Officers, Directors,Trustees, Key Employees, Highest Compensated Employees, and Independent Contractors
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part VII . . . . . . . . . .
Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees
1a Complete this table for all persons required to be listed. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization’s tax year.
RoundBullet List all of the organization’s current officers, directors, trustees (whether individuals or organizations), regardless of amount
of compensation, and current key employees. Enter -0- in columns (D), (E), and (F) if no compensation was paid.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s current key employees, if any. See instructions for definition of "key employee."
RoundBullet List the organization’s five current highest compensated employees (other than an officer, director, trustee or key employee)
who received reportable compensation (Box 5 of Form W-2 and/or Box 7 of Form 1099-MISC) of more than $100,000 from the
organization and any related organizations.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s former officers, key employees, or highest compensated employees who received more than $100,000
of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s former directors or trustees that received, in the capacity as a former director or trustee of the
organization, more than $10,000 of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations.

List persons in the following order: individual trustees or directors; institutional trustees; officers; key employees; highest
compensated employees; and former such persons.
Check this box if neither the organization nor any related organizations compensated any current or former officer, director, or trustee.
(A)
Name and Title 		(B)
Average hours per week (describe hours for related organizations in Schedule O) 		(C)
Position (check all that apply) 		(D)
Reportable compensation from the organization (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(E)
Reportable compensation from related organizations (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(F)
Estimated amount of other compensation from the organization and related organizations
Individual Trustee or Director; Institutional Trustee; Officer; Key Employee; Highest compensated employee; Former;
(1) Mindy Alpert
Director
 5.0 X           0 0 0
(2) John Bjornson
Director
 5.0 X           0 0 0
(3) Michael Bogdonoff
Director
 5.0 X           0 0 0
(4) Ronald Boire
Director
 5.0 X           0 0 0
(5) Jim Cantalupo
Director
 5.0 X           0 0 0
(6) Doug Coy
Director
 5.0 X           0 0 0
(7) Peter Galligan
Director
 5.0 X           0 0 0
(8) William Gillespie
Director
 5.0 X           0 0 0
(9) Julius Hobson
Director
 5.0 X           0 0 0
(10) Vanessa Hodges
Director
 5.0 X           0 0 0
(11) Carol Houghtby
Treasurer
 5.0 X   X       0 0 0
(12) Mary Hughes
Director
 5.0 X           0 0 0
(13) Julie Kaufer
Director
 5.0 X           0 0 0
(14) Richard Knutson
Director
 5.0 X           0 0 0
(15) Thomas Kuhn
Chairman of the Board
 5.0 X           0 0 0
(16) Fred Lublin
Director
 5.0 X           0 0 0
(17) Craig Lynch
Director
 5.0 X           0 0 0
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Form 990 (2010)
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Part VII
Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees (continued)
(A)
Name and Title 		(B)
Average hours per week (describe hours for related organizations in Schedule O) 		(C)
Position (check all that apply) 		(D)
Reportable compensation from the organization (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(E)
Reportable compensation from related organizations (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(F)
Estimated amount of other compensation from the organization and related organizations
Individual Trustee or Director; Institutional Trustee; Officer; Key Employee; Highest compensated employee; Former;
(18) Linda McAleer
Secretary
 5.0 X   X       0 0 0
(19) Aaron Miller
Director
 5.0 X           0 0 0
(20) Bill Monahan
Director
 5.0 X           0 0 0
(21) Joyce Nelson
President and CEO
 40.0 X   X       452,368 0 14,982
(22) Kevin O'Sullivan
Director
 5.0 X           0 0 0
(23) Bruce Pfau
Director
 5.0 X           0 0 0
(24) Kimberly Phillips
Director
 5.0 X           0 0 0
(25) Brad Robbins
Director
 5.0 X           0 0 0
(26) Eli Rubenstein
Director
 5.0 X           0 0 0
(27) John Simonetti
Director
 5.0 X           0 0 0
(28) Richard Slifka
Director
 5.0 X           0 0 0
(29) Robert Sowinski
Director
 5.0 X           0 0 0
(30) Peter Tarricone
Director
 5.0 X           0 0 0
(31) James Tidwell
Director
 5.0 X           0 0 0
(32) Malcolm Wattman
Director
 5.0 X           0 0 0
(33) Daniel Messina
Director
 5.0 X           0 0 0
(34) Lily Jung Henson
Director
 5.0 X           0 0 0
(35) Jeffery Wessel
Director
 5.0 X           0 0 0
(36) Lisa Risi
Chief Financial Officer
 40.0     X       199,760 0 7,696
(37) Paul Weiss
Chief Operating Officer
 40.0         X   255,695 0 972
(38) Graham McReynolds
EVP Marketing and Development
 40.0         X   239,605 0 7,845
(39) Mark Neagli
Regional EVP
 40.0         X   226,237 0 22,681
(40) Cynthia Zagieboylo
EVP Chief Field Officer
 40.0         X   225,758 0 864
(41) Michael Elkow
Regional EVP
 40.0         X   217,226 0 22,681
1b Sub-Total................MediumBullet
c Total from continuation sheets to Part VII, Section A....MediumBullet
d Total (add lines 1b and 1c)............MediumBullet 1,816,649 0 77,721
2
Total number of individuals (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 in reportable compensation from the organizationMediumBullet47
Yes
No
3
Did the organization list any former officer, director or trustee, key employee, or highest compensated employee on line 1a? If “Yes,” complete Schedule J for such individual .............
3
 
No
4
For any individual listed on line 1a, is the sum of reportable compensation and other compensation from the organization and related organizations greater than $150,000? If “Yes,” complete Schedule J for such individual...........................
4
Yes
 
5
Did any person listed on line 1a receive or accrue compensation from any unrelated organization or individual for services rendered to the organization? If “Yes,” complete Schedule J for such person .....
5
 
No
Section B. Independent Contractors
1
Complete this table for your five highest compensated independent contractors that received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization.
(A)
Name and business address 		(B)
Description of services 		(C)
Compensation
Convio Inc
11400 Burmet Rd Bldg 5 Ste 200
AUSTIN,TX78752 		data processing info 1,547,133
Epsilon Data Management
L2751
COLUMBUS,OH43260 		Donor info process 2,921,113
Infocision Management Corp
325 Springside Dr
AKRON,OH44333 		Data processing 684,156
Merkle Inc
PO Box 64897
BALTIMORE,MD21264 		Data processing 8,306,486
ACT Inc
101 Act Dr PO Box 4030
IOWA CITY,IA52243 		Scholarship Services 1,228,116
2
Total number of independent contractors (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 in compensation from the organization MediumBullet24
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Form 990 (2010)
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Part VIII
Statement of Revenue
(A)
Total revenue 		(B)
Related or
exempt
function
revenue 		(C)
Unrelated
business
revenue 		(D)
Revenue
excluded from
tax under sections
512, 513, or 514
Contributions, gifts, grants and other similar amounts 1a Federated campaigns..1a 35,888
b Membership dues....1b 21,086,387
c Fundraising events....1c  
d Related organizations...1d 71,564,565
e Government grants (contributions)1e 472,183
f All other contributions, gifts, grants, and
similar amounts not included above1f 		953,551
g Noncash contributions included in lines 1a-1f:$  
h Total. Add lines 1a-1f.......MediumBullet 94,112,574
Program Service Revenue Business Code
2a CONFERENCE REGISTRATION 900,099 305,161 305,161    
b
c
d
e
f All other program service revenue .        
g Total. Add lines 2a–2f........MediumBullet 305,161
Other Revenue 3 Investment income (including dividends, interest
and other similar amounts).....MediumBullet 28,827     28,827
4 Income from investment of tax-exempt bond proceeds..MediumBullet 0      
5 Royalties............MediumBullet 0      
(i) Real (ii) Personal
6a Gross Rents    
b Less: rental expenses    
c Rental income or (loss)    
d Net rental income or (loss).......MediumBullet        
(i) Securities (ii) Other
7a Gross amount from sales of assets other than inventory    
b Less: cost or other basis and sales expenses    
c Gain or (loss)    
d Net gain or (loss)..........MediumBullet 0      
8a Gross income from fundraising events (not including
$  
of contributions reported on line 1c). See Part IV, line 18 ...
a  
b Less: direct expenses ...b  
c Net income or (loss) from fundraising events..MediumBullet 0    
9a Gross income from gaming activities.
See Part IV, line 19 ...
a  
b Less: direct expenses ...b  
c Net income or (loss) from gaming activities...MediumBullet 0      
10a Gross sales of inventory, less
returns and allowances .
a  
b Less: cost of goods sold ..b  
c Net income or (loss) from sales of inventory..MediumBullet 0      
Miscellaneous Revenue Business Code
11a ADVERTISING 511,120 1,040,132   1,040,132  
b MISCELLANEOUS REVENUE 900,099 1,725,566 1,725,566    
c            
d All other revenue ....        
e Total. Add lines 11a–11d ......MediumBullet 2,765,698
12 Total revenue. See Instructions....MediumBullet 97,212,260 2,030,727 1,040,132 28,827
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Form 990 (2010)
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Part IX
Statement of Functional Expenses
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations must complete all columns. All other organizations must complete column (A) but are not required to complete columns (B), (C), and (D).
Do not include amounts reported on lines 6b,
7b, 8b, 9b, and 10b of Part VIII. 		(A)
Total expenses 		(B)
Program service expenses 		(C)
Management and general expenses 		(D)
Fundraising expenses
1 Grants and other assistance to governments and organizations in the U.S. See Part IV, line 21 33,408,080 33,408,080
2 Grants and other assistance to individuals in the U.S. See Part IV, line 22 0  
3 Grants and other assistance to governments, organizations, and individuals outside the U.S. See Part IV, lines 15 and 16 1,864,757 1,864,757
4 Benefits paid to or for members 0  
5 Compensation of current officers, directors, trustees, and key employees .... 780,390 667,818 94,736 17,836
6 Compensation not included above, to disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)) and persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B) .... 0      
7 Other salaries and wages 17,990,034 15,393,690 2,185,028 411,316
8 Pension plan contributions (include section 401(k) and section 403(b) employer contributions) .... 246,963 214,761 27,367 4,835
9 Other employee benefits ....... 2,417,443 2,102,226 267,888 47,329
10 Payroll taxes ........... 1,331,089 1,148,973 153,861 28,255
11 Fees for services (non-employees):        
a Management ...... 0      
b Legal ......... 81,598 0 81,598 0
c Accounting ........... 167,560 0 167,560 0
d Lobbying ........... 5,556 5,556 0 0
e Professional fundraising. See Part IV, line 17.. 0  
f Investment management fees ...... 0      
g Other .......... 13,536,556 10,140,419 1,743,834 1,652,303
12 Advertising and promotion .... 0      
13 Office expenses ....... 8,739,722 3,113,221 1,522,705 4,103,796
14 Information technology ...... 0      
15 Royalties .. 0      
16 Occupancy ........... 2,649,783 2,236,632 360,727 52,424
17 Travel ............ 2,397,629 2,109,234 240,748 47,647
18 Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials ...... 0      
19 Conferences, conventions, and meetings .... 795,172 706,336 74,812 14,024
20 Interest ........... 0      
21 Payments to affiliates ....... 3,979,785 3,979,785 0 0
22 Depreciation, depletion, and amortization ..... 2,225,458 1,940,759 243,325 41,374
23 Insurance .............. 392,455 340,929 44,227 7,299
24 Other expenses. Itemize expenses not covered above. (Expenses grouped together and labeled miscellaneous may not exceed 5% of total expenses shown on line 25 below.)
a FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO INDV 1,303,313 1,252,203 37,164 13,946
b AWARD 1,223,729 1,171,505 38,278 13,946
c DUES AND SUBSCRIPTIONS 937,582 399,140 186,102 352,340
d SUNDRY 1,672,647 1,281,356 229,716 161,575
e
f All other expenses        
25 Total functional expenses. Add lines 1 through 24f 98,147,301 83,477,380 7,699,676 6,970,245
26 Joint costs. Check here MediumBullet if following
SOP 98-2 (ASC 958-720). Complete this line only if the organization reported in column (B) joint costs from a combined educational campaign and fundraising solicitation 		8,327,000 570,000 1,860,000 5,897,000
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Form 990 (2010)
Page 11
Part X Balance Sheet
(A)
Beginning of year 		(B)
End of year
Assets 1 Cash—non-interest-bearing .......... 15,680,373 1 26,828,002
2 Savings and temporary cash investments ....... 250,000 2 4,701,753
3 Pledges and grants receivable, net ......... 1,238,440 3 511,655
4 Accounts receivable, net ......... 16,976,842 4 9,106,691
5 Receivables from current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees. Complete Part II of
Schedule L ..........   5  
6 Receivables from other disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)) and persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B). Complete Part II of
Schedule L ..........   6  
7 Notes and loans receivable, net .............   7  
8 Inventories for sale or use .............. 272,214 8 247,048
9 Prepaid expenses and deferred charges ............ 3,936,034 9 2,999,026
10a Land, buildings, and equipment: cost or other basis. Complete Part VI of Schedule D 10a 35,689,989
b Less: accumulated depreciation. ..... 10b 30,360,327 5,725,383 10c 5,329,662
11 Investments—publicly traded securities .......... 25,488,287 11 24,459,309
12 Investments—other securities. See Part IV, line 11 ...... 1,327,945 12 1,737,950
13 Investments—program-related. See Part IV, line 11 ..   13  
14 Intangible assets .........   14  
15 Other assets. See Part IV, line 11 ........... 443,868 15 99,227
16 Total assets. Add lines 1 through 15 (must equal line 34)... 71,339,386 16 76,020,323
Liabilities 17 Accounts payable and accrued expenses . 13,139,663 17 16,709,033
18 Grants payable .......... 29,430,642 18 34,118,322
19 Deferred revenue .......... 882,293 19 666,298
20 Tax-exempt bond liabilities ..........   20  
21 Escrow or custodial account liability. Complete Part IV of Schedule D..   21  
22 Payables to current and former officers, directors, trustees, key
employees, highest compensated employees, and disqualified
persons. Complete Part II of Schedule L..........   22  
23 Secured mortgages and notes payable to unrelated third parties ..   23  
24 Unsecured notes and loans payable to unrelated third parties ....   24  
25 Other liabilities. Complete Part X of Schedule D..... 84,350 25 64,814
26 Total liabilities. Add lines 17 through 25..... 43,536,948 26 51,558,467
Net Assets or Fund Balance Organizations that follow SFAS 117, check here MediumBullet and complete lines 27 through 29, and lines 33 and 34.
27 Unrestricted net assets ..... 14,177,686 27 13,450,687
28 Temporarily restricted net assets ..... 9,879,919 28 7,266,336
29 Permanently restricted net assets ..... 3,744,833 29 3,744,833
Organizations that do not follow SFAS 117, check here MediumBullet and complete lines 30 through 34.
30 Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds .....   30  
31 Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building or equipment fund .....   31  
32 Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds   32  
33 Total net assets or fund balances ..... 27,802,438 33 24,461,856
34 Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances ..... 71,339,386 34 76,020,323
Form 990 (2010)
Form 990 (2010)
Page 12
Part XI
Reconcilliation of Net Assets
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part XI . . . . . . . . . .
1
Total revenue (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12) . . .
1
97,212,260
2
Total expenses (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) . . . . .
2
98,147,301
3
Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 2 from line 1 . . . .
3
-935,041
4
Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year (must equal Part X, line 33, column (A)) . .
4
27,802,438
5
Other changes in net assets or fund balances (explain in Schedule O) . . . .
5
-2,405,541
6
Net assets or fund balances at end of year. Combine lines 3, 4, and 5 (must equal Part X, line 33, column (B)) . . . . . .
6
24,461,856
Part XII
Financial Statements and Reporting
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part XII . . . . . . . . . .
Yes
No
1
Accounting method used to prepare the Form 990:  
If the organization changed its method of accounting from a prior year or checked "Other," explain in
Schedule O.
2a
Were the organization’s financial statements compiled or reviewed by an independent accountant?..
2a
 
No
b
Were the organization’s financial statements audited by an independent accountant?........
2b
Yes
 
c
If “Yes,” to 2a or 2b, does the organization have a committee that assumes responsibility for oversight of the audit, review, or compilation of its financial statements and selection of an independent accountant?
If the organization changed either its oversight process or selection process during the tax year, explain in Schedule O............................
2c
Yes
 
d
If “Yes” to line 2a or 2b, check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were issued on a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both:
3a
As a result of a federal award, was the organization required to undergo an audit or audits as set forth in the Single Audit Act and OMB Circular A-133? ................
3a
 
No
b
If “Yes,” did the organization undergo the required audit or audits? If the organization did not undergo the required audit or audits, explain why in Schedule O and describe any steps taken to undergo such audits. ..
3b
 
 
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SCHEDULE A
(Form 990 or 990EZ)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Public Charity Status and Public Support

Complete if the organization is a section 501(c)(3) organization or a section
4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust.
right arrow Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. right arrow See separate instructions.
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Name of the organization
National Multiple Sclerosis Society
 
Employer identification number

13-5661935
Part I
Reason for Public Charity Status (All organizations must complete this part.) See instructions
The organization is not a private foundation because it is: (For lines 1 through 11, check only one box.)
1
2
3
4
5
section 170(b)(1)(A)(iv). (Complete Part II.)
6
7
8
9
receipts from activities related to its exempt functions—subject to certain exceptions, and (2) no more than 331/3% of
its support from gross investment income and unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 tax) from businesses
acquired by the organization after June 30, 1975. See section 509(a)(2). (Complete Part III.)
10
11
e
f
g
(i) a person who directly or indirectly controls, either alone or together with persons described in (ii)
Yes
No
and (iii) below, the governing body of the the supported organization? ................
11g(i)
 
No
(ii) a family member of a person described in (i) above? ......................
11g(ii)
 
No
(iii) a 35% controlled entity of a person described in (i) or (ii) above? ................
11g(iii)
 
No
h
(i)
Name of supported organization 		(ii)
EIN 		(iii)
Type of organization (described on lines 1- 9 above or IRC section (see instructions)) 		(iv)
Is the organization in col. (i) listed in your governing document? 		(v)
Did you notify the organization in col. (i) of your support? 		(vi)
Is the organization in col. (i) organized in the U.S.? 		(vii)
Amount of support?
Yes No Yes No Yes No
Total                  

For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.
Cat. No. 11285F
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Page 2
Part II
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in IRC 170(b)(1)(A)(iv) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 5, 7, or 8 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part III. If the organization fails to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part III.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year(or fiscal year beginning in) (a) 2006 (b) 2007 (c) 2008 (d) 2009 (e) 2010 (f) Total
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") .... 101,229,981 103,431,903 88,974,301 99,033,988 94,112,574 486,782,747
2 Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf.......            
3 The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..            
4 Total. Add lines 1 through 3.. 101,229,981 103,431,903 88,974,301 99,033,988 94,112,574 486,782,747
5 The portion of total contributions by each person (other than a governmental unit or publicly supported organization) included on line 1 that exceeds 2% of the amount shown on line 11, column (f)..            
6 Public Support. Subtract line 5 from line 4.           486,782,747
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year(or fiscal year beginning in) (a) 2006 (b) 2007 (c) 2008 (d) 2009 (e) 2010 (f) Total
7 Amounts from line 4.. 101,229,981 103,431,903 88,974,301 99,033,988 94,112,574 486,782,747
8 Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources.. 706,006 684,444 86,935 799,703 28,827 2,305,915
9 Net income from unrelated business activities, whether or not the business is regularly carried on.. 1,662,331 39,673 0 1,065,424 1,040,132 3,807,560
10 Other income. (Explain in Part IV.) Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets.. 105,413 1,930,407 635,346 663,126 1,725,566 5,059,858
11 Total support (Add lines 7 through 10).           497,956,080
12
12
7,805,444
13
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
14
14
97.756 %
15
15
97.671 %
16a
b
17a
b
18
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Page 3
Part III
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in IRC 509(a)(2)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 9 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part II. If the organization fails to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part II.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year(or fiscal year beginning in) (a) 2006 (b) 2007 (c) 2008 (d) 2009 (e) 2010 (f) Total
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") .            
2 Gross receipts from admissions, merchandise sold or services performed, or facilities furnished in any activity that is related to the organization's tax-exempt purpose......            
3 Gross receipts from activities that are not an unrelated trade or business under section 513..            
4 Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf...            
5 The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..            
6 Total. Add lines 1 through 5.            
7a Amounts included on lines 1, 2, and 3 received from disqualified persons...            
b Amounts included on lines 2 and 3 received from other than disqualified persons that exceed the greater of $5,000 or 1% of the amount on line 13 for the year.            
c Add lines 7a and 7b..            
8 Public Support (Subtract line 7c from line 6.)            
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) (a) 2006 (b) 2007 (c) 2008 (d) 2009 (e) 2010 (f) Total
9 Amounts from line 6...            
10a Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources..            
b Unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 taxes) from businesses acquired after June 30, 1975.            
c Add lines 10a and 10b.            
11 Net income from unrelated business activities not included in line 10b, whether or not the business is regularly carried on.            
12 Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part IV.)            
13 Total support (Add lines 9, 10c, 11 and 12.).            
14
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
15
15
 
16
16
 
Section D. Computation of Investment Income Percentage
17
17
 
18
18
 
19a
b
20
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Page 4
Part IV
Supplemental Information. Supplemental Information. Complete this part to provide the explanation required by Part II, line 10; Part II, line 17a or 17b; or Part III, line 12. Also complete this part for any additional information. (See instructions).
Facts And Circumstances Test
 
Explanation
 
 
 
 
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010

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SCHEDULE C
(Form 990 or 990-EZ)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Political Campaign and Lobbying Activities

For Organizations Exempt From Income Tax Under section 501(c) and section 527
SchCMd Bullet Complete if the organization is described below.
SchCMd Bullet Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. SchCMd Bullet See separate instructions.
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If the organization answered “Yes,” to Form 990, Part IV, Line 3, or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 46 (Political Campaign Activities), then
Round Bullet Section 501(c)(3) organizations: Complete Parts I-A and B. Do not complete Part I-C.
Round Bullet Section 501(c) (other than section 501(c)(3)) organizations: Complete Parts I-A and C below. Do not complete Part I-B.
Round Bullet Section 527 organizations: Complete Part I-A only.
If the organization answered “Yes,” to Form 990, Part IV, Line 4, or Form 990-EZ, Part VI, line 47 (Lobbying Activities), then
Round Bullet Section 501(c)(3) organizations that have filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)) Complete Part II-A. Do not complete Part II-B.
Round Bullet Section 501(c)(3) organizations that have NOT filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)): Complete Part II-B. Do not complete Part II-A.
If the organization answered “Yes,” to Form 990, Part IV, Line 5 (Proxy Tax) or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 35a (Proxy Tax), then
Round Bullet Section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6) organizations: Complete Part III.
Name of the organization
National Multiple Sclerosis Society
 
Employer identification number

13-5661935
Part I-A
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c) or is a section 527 organization.

1
Provide a description of the organization's direct and indirect political campaign activities on behalf of or in opposition to candidates for public office in Part IV.
2
Political expenditures ....................................SchCMd Bullet
$  
3
Volunteer hours ........................................
 

Part I-B
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3).
1
Enter the amount of any excise tax incurred by the organization under section 4955 .........SchCMd Bullet
$  
2
Enter the amount of any excise tax incurred by organization managers under section 4955 ......SchCMd Bullet
$  
3
If the organization incurred a section 4955 tax, did it file Form 4720 for this year? ..............
4a
Was a correction made? .........................................
b
If "Yes," describe in Part IV.
Part I-C
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c) except section 501(c)(3).
1
Enter the amount directly expended by the filing organization for section 527 exempt function activities SchCMd Bullet
$  
2
Enter the amount of the filing organization's funds contributed to other organizations for section 527 exempt funtion activities ....................................SchCMd Bullet

$  
3
Total exempt function expenditures. Add lines 1 and 2. Enter here and on Form 1120-POL, line 17b..SchCMd Bullet

$  
4
Did the filing organization file Form 1120-POL for this year? ..........................
5
Enter the names, addresses and employer identification number (EIN) of all section 527 political organizations to which the filing
organization made payments. For each organization listed, enter the amount paid from the filing organization’s funds. Also enter the amount of political contributions received that were promptly and directly delivered to a separate political organization, such as a separate segregated fund or a political action committee (PAC). If additional space is needed, provide information in Part IV.
(a) Name (b) Address (c) EIN (d) Amount paid from filing organization's funds. If none, enter -0-. (e) Amount of political contributions received and promptly and directly delivered to a separate political organization. If none, enter -0-.










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Part II-A
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3) and filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)).
A Check
B Check
Limits on Lobbying Expenditures
(The term "expenditures" means amounts paid or incurred.) 		(a) Filing
Organization's
Totals 		(b) Affiliated Group
Totals
1a Total lobbying expenditures to influence public opinion (grass roots lobbying) ......    
b Total lobbying expenditures to influence a legislative body (direct lobbying) .......    
c Total lobbying expenditures (add lines 1a and 1b) ...................    
d Other exempt purpose expenditures ........................    
e Total exempt purpose expenditures (add lines 1c and 1d) ...............    
f Lobbying nontaxable amount. Enter the amount from the following table in both
columns.		    
  If the amount on line 1e, column (a) or (b) is:The lobbying nontaxable amount is:    
  Not over $500,00020% of the amount on line 1e.    
  Over $500,000 but not over $1,000,000$100,000 plus 15% of the excess over $500,000.    
  Over $1,000,000 but not over $1,500,000$175,000 plus 10% of the excess over $1,000,000.    
  Over $1,500,000 but not over $17,000,000$225,000 plus 5% of the excess over $1,500,000.    
  Over $17,000,000$1,000,000.    
       
g Grassroots nontaxable amount (enter 25% of line 1f) .................    
h Subtract line 1g from line 1a. If zero or less, enter -0-. ................    
i Subtract line 1f from line 1c. If zero or less, enter -0-. ................    
j If there is an amount other than zero on either line 1h or line 1i, did the organization file Form 4720 reporting
section 4911 tax for this year? ......................................

4-Year Averaging Period Under Section 501(h)
(Some organizations that made a section 501(h) election do not have to complete all of the five
columns below. See the instructions for lines 2a through 2f on page 4.)
Lobbying Expenditures During 4-Year Averaging Period
  Calendar year (or fiscal year
beginning in) 		(a) 2007 (b) 2008 (c) 2009 (d) 2010 (e) Total
             
2a Lobbying non-taxable amount          
             
b Lobbying ceiling amount
(150% of line 2a, column(e)) 		         
             
c Total lobbying expenditures          
             
d Grassroots non-taxable amount          
             
e Grassroots ceiling amount
(150% of line 2d, column (e))		          
             
f Grassroots lobbying expenditures          
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Part II-B
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3) and has NOT filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)).
(a)
Yes
No
(b)
Amount
1
During the year, did the filing organization attempt to influence foreign, national, state or local legislation, including any attempt to influence public opinion on a legislative matter or referendum, through the use of:
a
Volunteers? .........................................
Yes
 
b
Paid staff or management (include compensation in expenses reported on lines 1c through 1i)? ....
Yes
 
c
Media advertisements? ....................................
 
No
 
d
Mailings to members, legislators, or the public? .........................
Yes
 
312,285
e
Publications, or published or broadcast statements? .......................
Yes
 
13,384
f
Grants to other organizations for lobbying purposes? .......................
 
No
 
g
Direct contact with legislators, their staffs, government officials, or a legislative body? ........
Yes
 
297,162
h
Rallies, demonstrations, seminars, conventions, speeches, lectures, or any similar means? ......
Yes
 
290,553
i
Other activities? If "Yes," describe in Part IV ..........................
 
No
 
j
Total. lines 1c through 1i ...................................
913,384
2a
Did the activities in line 1 cause the organization to be not described in section 501(c)(3)? .....
 
No
b
If "Yes," enter the amount of any tax incurred under section 4912 .................
 
c
If "Yes," enter the amount of any tax incurred by organization managers under section 4912 .....
 
d
If the filing organization incurred a section 4912 tax, did it file Form 4720 for this year? .......
 
No
Part III-A
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(4), section 501(c)(5), or section 501(c)(6).
Yes
No
1
Were substantially all (90% or more) dues received nondeductible by members? ................
1
 
 
2
Did the organization make only in-house lobbying expenditures of $2,000 or less? ................
2
 
 
3
Did the organization agree to carryover lobbying and political expenditures from the prior year? ..........
3
 
 
Part III-B
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(4), section 501(c)(5), or section 501(c)(6) if BOTH Part III-A, lines 1 and 2 are answered “No” OR if Part III-A, line 3 is answered “Yes”.
1
Dues, assessments and similar amounts from members .....................
1
 
2
Section 162(e) non-deductible lobbying and political expenditures (do not include amounts of political
expenses for which the section 527(f) tax was paid).
a
Current year .........................................
2a
 
b
Carryover from last year ....................................
2b
 
c
Total ...........................................
2c
 
3
Aggregate amount reported in section 6033(e)(1)(A) notices of nondeductible section 162(e) dues .
3
 
4
If notices were sent and the amount on line 2c exceeds the amount on line 3, what portion of the excess does the organization agree to carryover to the reasonable estimate of nondeductible lobbying and political expenditure next year? ................................
4
 
5
Taxable amount of lobbying and political expenditures (see instructions) ..............
5
 
Part IV
Supplemental Information
Complete this part to provide the descriptions required for Part l-A, line 1; Part l-B, line 4; Part l-C, line 5; and Part ll-B, line 1i.
Also, complete this part for any additional information.
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SCHEDULE D
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Financial Statements
SchDMd Bullet Complete if the organization answered "Yes," to Form 990,
Part IV, line 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, or 12.
SchDMd Bullet Attach to Form 990. SchDMd Bullet See separate instructions.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
National Multiple Sclerosis Society
 
Employer identification number

13-5661935
Part I
Organizations Maintaining Donor Advised Funds or Other Similar Funds or Accounts. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 6.
(a) Donor advised funds (b) Funds and other accounts
1 Total number at end of year .......    
2 Aggregate contributions to (during year) ...    
3 Aggregate grants from (during year) ...    
4 Aggregate value at end of year .......    
5
Did the organization inform all donors and donor advisors in writing that the assets held in donor advised
funds are the organization's property, subject to the organization's exclusive legal control? ............
6
Did the organization inform all grantees, donors, and donor advisors in writing that grant funds may be
used only for charitable purposes and not for the benefit of the donor or donor advisor, or for any other purpose conferring impermissible private benefit. ...................................
Part II
Conservation Easements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 7.
1
Purpose(s) of conservation easements held by the organization (check all that apply).
2
Complete lines 2a–2d if the organization held a qualified conservation contribution in the form of a conservation easement on the last day of the tax year.
Held at the End of the Year
a Total number of conservation easements ....................... 2a  
b Total acreage restricted by conservation easements .................. 2b  
c Number of conservation easements on a certified historic structure included in (a) ..... 2c  
d Number of conservation easements included in (c) acquired after 8/17/06 ........ 2d  
3
Number of conservation easements modified, transferred, released, extinguished, or terminated by the organization during
the taxable year SchDMd Bullet  
4
Number of states where property subject to conservation easement is located SchDMd Bullet  
5
Does the organization have a written policy regarding the periodic monitoring, inspection, handling of violations, and
enforcement of the conservation easements it holds? .............................
6
Staff and volunteer hours devoted to monitoring, inspecting and enforcing conservation easements during the year SchDMd Bullet  
7
Amount of expenses incurred in monitoring, inspecting, and enforcing conservation easements during the year SchDMd Bullet $  
8
Does each conservation easement reported on line 2(d) above satisfy the requirements of section
170(h)(4)(B)(i) and 170(h)(4)(B)(ii)? ....................................
9
In Part XIV, describe how the organization reports conservation easements in its revenue and expense statement, and
balance sheet, and include, if applicable, the text of the footnote to the organization’s financial statements that describes
the organization’s accounting for conservation easements.
Part III
Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 8.
1a
If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116, not to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of
art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education or research in furtherance of public service,
provide, in Part XIV, the text of the footnote to its financial statements that describes these items.
b
If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116, to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of art,
historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public service,
provide the following amounts relating to these items:
(i)
Revenues included in Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 ........................SchDMd Bullet $  
(ii)
Assets included in Form 990, Part X ..............................SchDMd Bullet $  
2
If the organization received or held works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets for financial gain, provide the
following amounts required to be reported under SFAS 116 relating to these items:
a
Revenues included in Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 ..........................SchDMd Bullet $  
b
Assets included in Form 990, Part X ...............................SchDMd Bullet $  
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Part III
Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets (continued)
3
Using the organization’s accession and other records, check any of the following that are a significant use of its collection
items (check all that apply):
a
d
b
e
 
c
4
Provide a description of the organization’s collections and explain how they further the organization’s exempt purpose in
Part XIV.
5
During the year, did the organization solicit or receive donations of art, historical treasures or other similar
assets to be sold to raise funds rather than to be maintained as part of the organization’s collection?........
Part IV
Escrow and Custodial Arrangements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990,
Part IV, line 9, or reported an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21.
1a
Is the organization an agent, trustee, custodian or other intermediary for contributions or other assets not
included on Form 990, Part X? ....................................
b
If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIV and complete the following table:
Amount
c Beginning balance ................................. 1c  
d Additions during the year .............................. 1d  
e Distributions during the year ............................. 1e  
f Ending balance ................................... 1f  
2a
Did the organization include an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21? .....................
b
If “Yes,” explain the arrangement in Part XIV.
Part V
Endowment Funds. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 10.
(a)Current Year (b)Prior Year (c)Two Years Back (d)Three Years Back (e)Four Years Back
1a Beginning of year balance .... 2,559,985 2,449,604 2,393,545
b Contributions ........ 250,000    
c Investment earnings or losses ... -12,002 250,381 56,059
d Grants or scholarships .....      
e Other expenditures for facilities
and programs ........ 		  140,000  
f Administrative expenses ....      
g End of year balance ...... 2,797,983 2,559,985 2,449,604
2
Provide the estimated percentage of the year end balance held as:
a
Board designated or quasi-endowment: SchDMd Bullet0 %
b
Permanent endowment: SchDMd Bullet100.000 %
c
Term endowment: SchDMd Bullet0 %
3a
Are there endowment funds not in the possession of the organization that are held and administered for the
organization by:

Yes
No
(i) unrelated organizations ........................
3a(i)
 
No
(ii) related organizations ........................
3a(ii)
 
No
b
If "Yes" to 3a(ii), are the related organizations listed as required on Schedule R? .........
3b
 
 
4
Describe in Part XIV the intended uses of the organization's endowment funds.
Part VI
Investments—Land, Buildings, and Equipment. See Form 990, Part X, line 10.
Description of investment (a) Cost or other basis (investment) (b)Cost or other basis (other) (c) Accumulated depreciation (d) Book value
1a Land .................      
b Buildings ................        
c Leasehold improvements ............ 0 2,273,104 1,109,923 1,163,181
d Equipment ................ 0 32,058,729 28,009,198 4,049,531
e Other ................. 0 1,358,156 1,241,206 116,950
Total. Add lines 1a-1e. (Column (d) should equal Form 990, Part X, column (B), line 10(c).)........SchDMdBullet 5,329,662
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Part VII
Investments—Other Securities. See Form 990, Part X, line 12.
(a) Description of security or category
(including name of security)		 (b)Book value (c) Method of valuation:
Cost or end-of-year market value
(1)Financial derivatives    
(2)Closely-held equity interests    
Other








Total. (Column (b) should equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 12.)Small Bullet  
Part VIII
Investments—Program Related. See Form 990, Part X, line 13.
(a) Description of investment type (b) Book value (c) Method of valuation:
Cost or end-of-year market value








Total. (Column (b) should equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 13.)Small Bullet  
Part IX
Other Assets. See Form 990, Part X, line 15.
(a) Description (b) Book value








Total. (Column (b) should equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 15.)...........Small Bullet  
Part X
Other Liabilities. See Form 990, Part X, line 25.
1.(a) Description of Liability (b) Amount
Federal Income Taxes 0








Total. (Column (b) should equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 25.)Small Bullet 0
2. Fin 48 (ASC 740) Footnote. In Part XIV, provide the text of the footnote to the organization's financial statements that reports the organization's liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC740).
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Part XI Reconciliation of Change in Net Assets from Form 990 to Financial Statements
1 Total revenue (Form 990, Part VIII, column (A), line 12) .................... 1 97,212,260
2 Total expenses (Form 990, Part IX, column (A), line 25) ..................... 2 98,147,301
3 Excess or (deficit) for the year. Subtract line 2 from line 1 ............. 3 -935,041
4 Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments .......................... 4 116,903
5 Donated services and use of facilities ............................. 5  
6 Investment expenses ................................... 6  
7 Prior period adjustments .................................. 7  
8 Other (Describe in Part XIV) ................................. 8  
9 Total adjustments (net). Add lines 4 - 8 ............................. 9 116,903
10 Excess or (deficit) for the year per financial statements. Combine lines 3 and 9 ......... 10 -818,138
Part XII Reconciliation of Revenue per Audited Financial Statements With Revenue per Return
1 Total revenue, gains, and other support per audited financial statements ....... 1 97,651,915
2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12:
a Net unrealized gains on investments .......... 2a 116,903
b Donated services and use of facilities ......... 2b 322,752
c Recoveries of prior year grants ........... 2c  
d Other (Describe in Part XIV): ............ 2d  
e Add lines 2a through 2d ..................... 2e 439,655
3 Subtract line 2e from line 1..................... 3 97,212,260
4 Amounts included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, but not on line 1:
a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b . 4a  
b Other (Describe in Part XIV): ........... 4b  
c Add lines 4a and 4b....................... 4c  
5 Total Revenue. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This should equal Form 990, Part I, line 12.) ...... 5 97,212,260
Part XIII Reconciliation of Expenses per Audited Financial Statements With Expenses per Return
1 Total expenses and losses per audited financial statements ............. 1 98,470,053
2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part IX, line 25:
a Donated services and use of facilities .......... 2a 322,752
b Prior year adjustments .............. 2b  
c Other losses ................ 2c  
d Other (Describe in Part XIV): ............ 2d  
e Add lines 2a through 2d...................... 2e 322,752
3 Subtract line 2e from line 1..................... 3 98,147,301
4 Amounts included on Form 990, Part IX, line 25, but not on line 1:
a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b .. 4a  
b Other (Describe in Part XIV): ............ 4b  
c Add lines 4a and 4b....................... 4c  
5 Total expenses. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This should equal Form 990, Part I, line 18.) ...... 5 98,147,301
Part XIV
Supplemental Information
Complete this part to provide the descriptions required for Part II, lines 3, 5, and 9; Part III, lines 1a and 4; Part lV, lines 1b and 2b;
Part V, line 4; Part X; Part XI, line 8; Part XII, lines 2d and 4b; and Part XIII, lines 2d and 4b. Also complete this part to provide any additional information.
Identifier Return Reference Explanation
Schdeule D, Part V, Line 4   The endowment fund represents those funds that are designated for the long-term benefit of the Society and are not to be used for operating or capital purposes. However, endowment fund earnings may be used for operating and capital purposes.
Schedule D, Part X, Line 2   Management has analyzed the tax positions it has taken and has concluded that, as of September 30, 2011, there were no uncertain tax positions taken or are expected to be taken. Accordingly, no interest or penalties related to uncertain tax positions have been accrued in the accompanying consolidated financial statements. National Headquarters is subject to audits by taxing jurisdictions; however, no audits for any tax periods are currently in progress. Management believes that the National Headquarters is no longer subject to such audits for years ended on or prior to September 30, 2007 under federal and other state tax jurisdictions.
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SCHEDULE F
(Form 990)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Statement of Activities Outside the United States
Right pointing arrow large image Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990,
Part IV, line 14b, 15, or 16.
Right pointing arrow large image Attach to Form 990. Right pointing arrow large image See separate instructions.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
National Multiple Sclerosis Society
 
Employer identification number

13-5661935
Part I
General Information on Activities Outside the United States. Complete if the organization answered
“Yes” to Form 990, Part IV, line 14b.
1
For grantmakers. Does the organization maintain records to substantiate the amount of the grants or
assistance, the grantees' eligibility for the grants or assistance, and the selection criteria used to award
the grants or assistance? ...................................
2
For grantmakers. Describe in Part V the organization’s procedures for monitoring the use of grant funds outside the
United States.
3
Activites per Region. (Use Part V if additional space is needed.)
(a) Region (b) Number of offices in the region (c) Number of employees or agents in region or independent contractors (d) Activities conducted in region (by type) (e.g., fundraising, program services, investments, grants to recipients located in the region) (e) If activity listed in (d) is a program service, describe specific type of
service(s) in region		 (f) Total
expenditures for region/investments
in region
East Asia and the Pacific 0 0 Grantmaking   716,144
Europe (Including Iceland and Greenland) 0 0 Grantmaking   1,012,806
North America 0 0 Grantmaking   95,806
Middle East and North Africa 0 0 Grantmaking   40,000
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
3a Sub-total ..... 0 0 1,864,756
b Total from continuation sheets to Part I ...      
c Totals (add lines 3a and 3b) 0 0 1,864,756
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Part II
Grants and Other Assistance to Organizations or Entities Outside the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990,
Part IV, line 15, for any recipient who received more than $5,000. Check this box if no one recipient received more than $5,000 ........ MediumBullet
Use Part V if additional space is needed.
1 (a) Name of organization (b) IRS code section
and EIN (if applicable)		 (c) Region (d) Purpose of
grant 		(e) Amount of
cash grant 		(f) Manner of
cash
disbursement 		(g) Amount of
of non-cash
assistance 		(h) Description
of non-cash
assistance 		(i) Method of
valuation
(book, FMV,
appraisal, other)
Europe/Iceland/Greenland Fast Forward 249,550 check      
Europe/Iceland/Greenland Fast Forward 138,364 check      
Europe/Iceland/Greenland Fast Forward 27,500 check      
Europe/Iceland/Greenland research 91,475 check      
East Asia/Pacific Research 133,593 check      
Europe/Iceland/Greenland Research 116,972 check      
North America Research 95,806 check      
Europe/Iceland/Greenland Research 77,101 check      
Europe/Iceland/Greenland Research 62,480 check      
East Asia/Pacific Research 248,492 check      
East Asia/Pacific Research 17,775 check      
Europe/Iceland/Greenland Research 77,021 check      
Europe/Iceland/Greenland Research 61,600 check      
East Asia/Pacific Fast Forward 187,500 check      
East Asia/Pacific Research 43,692 check      
East Asia/Pacific research 85,093 check      
Middle East/North Africa Research 40,000 check      
Europe/Iceland/Greenland Research 43,370 check      
Europe/Iceland/Greenland Research 67,373 check      
2
Enter total number of recipient organizations listed above that are recognized as charities by the foreign country, recognized as tax-exempt by the IRS, or for which the grantee or counsel has provided a section 501(c)(3) equivalency letter .....MediumBullet
16
3
Enter total number of other organizations or entities ........................MediumBullet
3
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Part III
Grants and Other Assistance to Individuals Outside the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 16.
Use Part V if additional space is needed.
(a) Type of grant or assistance (b) Region (c) Number of recipients (d) Amount of
cash grant 		(e) Manner of cash
disbursement 		(f) Amount of
non-cash
assistance 		(g) Description
of non-cash
assistance 		(h) Method of
valuation
(book, FMV,
appraisal, other)
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
Schedule F (Form 990) 2010
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Part IV
Foreign Forms
1 Was the organization a U.S. transferor of property to a foreign corporation during the tax year? If "Yes," the organization may be required to file Form 926 (see instructions for Form 926).................
2 Did the organization have an interest in a foreign trust during the tax year? If " Yes," the organization may be required to file Form 3520 and/or Form 3520-A. (see instructions for Forms 3520 and 3520-A)..........
3 Did the organization have an ownership interest in a foreign corporation during the tax year? If "Yes," the organization may be required to file Form 5471, Information Return of U.S. Persons with respect to Certain Foreign Corporations. (see instructions for Form 5471)..............................
4 Was the organization a direct or indirect shareholder of a passive foreign investment company or a qualified electing fund during the tax year? If "Yes," the organization may be required to file Form 8621, Return by a Shareholder of a Passive Foreign Investment Company or Qualified Electing Fund. (see instructions for Form 8621)
5 Did the organization have an ownership interest in a foreign partnership during the tax year? If "Yes," the organization may be required to file Form 8865, Return of U.S. Persons with respect to Certain Foreign Partnerships. (see instructions for Form 8865)....................................
6 Did the organization have any operations in or related to any boycotting countries during the tax year? If "Yes," the organization may be required to file Form 5713, International Boycott Report (see instructions for Form 5713)................................................
Schedule F (Form 990) 2010
Schedule F (Form 990) 2010
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Part V
Supplemental Information
Complete this part to provide the information (see instructions) required in Part I, line 2, and any additional information.
Identifier ReturnReference Explanation
Form 990, Schedule F, Part I, Line 2   The society has an independent research committee that evaluates all grants and selects grants based upon the qualifications of the institution and researcher(s), and the project's scientific merit and potential applicability to multiple sclerosis. Once a grant has been approved, grantees are required to submit progress reports before additional funding is provided.
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
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Schedule I
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Grants and Other Assistance to Organizations,
Governments and Individuals in the United States
Complete if the organization answered "Yes," to Form 990, Part IV, line 21 or 22.
lBullet Attach to Form 990
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
National Multiple Sclerosis Society
 
Employer identification number
13-5661935
Part I
General Information on Grants and Assistance
1
Does the organization maintain records to substantiate the amount of the grants or assistance, the grantees' eligibility for the grants or assistance, and
the selection criteria used to award the grants or assistance? ....................................
2
Describe in Part IV the organization's procedures for monitoring the use of grant funds in the United States.
Part II
Grants and Other Assistance to Governments and Organizations in the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to
Form 990, Part IV, line 21 for any recipient that received more than $5,000. Check this box if no one recipient received more than $5,000. Use
Part IV and Schedule I-1 (Form 990) if additional space is needed ......................... lBullet
(a) Name and address of organization
or government		 (b) EIN (c) IRC Code section
if applicable		 (d) Amount of cash grant (e) Amount of non-cash
assistance		 (f) Method of valuation
(book, FMV, appraisal,
other)		 (g) Description of
non-cash assistance		 (h) Purpose of grant
or assistance
(1) Albert Einstein College of Medicine500 W 185 St
New York,NY10033 		13-2937352 501(c) (3) 97,878       general research support
(2) Beth Israel Deacones Medical Center330 Brookline Ave
Boston,MA02215 		04-2103881 501(c) (3) 165,628       general research support
(3) Baylor College of MedicineOne Baylor Plaza Rm 600D
Houston,TX77030 		74-1613878 501(c) (3) 99,456       general research support
(4) Benaroya Research Institute at Virginia Mason1201 9TH AVE
SEATTLE,WA981012795 		91-1351110 501(c) (3) 150,323       general research support
(5) BloodCenter of Wisconsin8728 Watertown Plank Road PO Box
Milwaukee,WI532012178 		39-0807235 501(c) (3) 146,908       general research support
(6) Brentwood Biomedical Research Institute11301 Wilshire Boulevard
Los Angeles,CA90073 		95-4183712 501(c) (3) 280,863       general research support
(7) Brigham and Women's HospitalPO Box 3149 Research Management
Boston,MA022413149 		04-2312909 501(c) (3) 2,103,606       general research support
(8) Case Western Reserve University10900 Euclid Avenue University Wes
Cleveland,OH441067006 		34-1018992 501(c) (3) 197,441       general research support
(9) Center for Social Innovation189 Wells Ave
Newton Centre,MA02459 		87-0763049   73,450       general research support
(10) Children's Hospital of PhiladelphiaJoseph Stokes Jr Research Institut
Philadelphia,PA191781457 		23-1352166 501(C) (3) 165,266       general research support
(11) Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center3333 Burnet Avenue MLC 5000
Cincinnati,OH45229 		31-0833936 501(c) (3) 39,039       general research support
(12) Cleveland Clinic FoundationOffice of Grants Contracts
Cleveland,OH441935102 		91-2153073 501(c) (3) 1,725,483       general research support
(13) Cognosci Inc79 TW Alexander Drive PO Box 110
Research Triangle Park,NC27709 		56-2208520   165,000       Fast Forward
(14) Columbia University615 W 131 Street Studebaker bldg
New York,NY10027 		13-5598093 501(C) (3) 52,587       general research support
(15) Dana Farber Cancer Institute44 BINNEY ST STE BP414
Boston,MA02115 		04-2263040 501(c) (3) 246,781       general research support
(16) Dartmouth College11 Rope Ferry Road 6210
Hanover,NH037551404 		02-0222111 501(c) (3) 237,432       general research support
(17) Delta Quest Foundation31 Mitchell Rd
Concord,MA01742 		04-3490583 501(c) (3) 44,000       general research support
(18) Drexel UniversityPO Box 95000-1090 Commerce Bank
Philadelphia,PA191951090 		23-1352630 501(c) (3) 154,748       general research support
(19) Duke UniversityPO Box 104135
Durham,NC27708 		56-0532129 501(c) (3) 184,176       general research support
(20) Emory UniversityRichard Thompson Director of Spons
Atlanta,GA30322 		58-0566256 501(c) (3) 73,816       general research support
(21) Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center1100 Fairview Avenue North D1-100
Seattle,WA981091024 		23-7156071 501(c) (3) 225,003       general research support
(22) Georgetown University Medical CenterBox 571164
Washington,DC200571164 		53-0196603 501(c) (3) 111,837       general research support
(23) Harvard UniversityPO Box 415649
Boston,MA022415649 		42-2103580 501(c) (3) 471,107       general research support
(24) Hope College141 E 12 St
Holland,MI49423 		38-1381271 501(c) (3) 32,487       general research support
(25) Hunter College695 Park Avenue Room E1424
New York,NY10021 		13-3598671 501(c) (3) 151,818       general research support
(26) Johns Hopkins University1101 East 33rd Street Suite D200
Baltimore,MD212183637 		52-0595110 501(c) (3) 613,255       general research support
(27) Kessler Foundation Research Center300 Executive Drive Suite 150
West Orange,NJ07052 		76-0637670 501(c) (3) 189,310       general research support
(28) M D Anderson Cancer Center - Univ of Texas1515 Holcombe Blvd Unit 202
Houston,TX77030 		74-6000203 501(c) (3) 48,925       general research support
(29) Massachusetts General Hospital50 Staniford Street Suite 1001
Boston,MA02114 		04-1564655 501(c) (3) 555,811       general research support
(30) Mayo Clinic Rochester200 First Street SW
Rochester,MN55905 		41-1937751 501(c) (3) 583,692       general research support
(31) Mississippi State UniversityPO Box 5227
Mississippi State,MS39762 		64-6000819 501(c) (3) 73,256       general research support
(32) Mount Sinai School of Medicine185 S Orange Avenue MSB F607D
Newark,NJ07103 		13-6171197 501(c) (3) 282,950       general research support
(33) Mount Sinai1 Gustave L Levy Pl
New York,NY10029 		13-1624096 501(c) (3) 16,250       general research support
(34) New Jersey Medical SchoolUMDNJ185 S Orange Avenue MSB F607D
Newark,NJ07103 		22-1775306 501(c) (3) 238,528       general research support
(35) New York UniversityPO Box 415026
Boston,MA022415026 		13-5562308 501(c) (3) 513,869       general research support
(36) Northwestern University633 Clark Street Crown Room G-547
Evanston,IL602081112 		36-2167817 501(c) (3) 548,463       general research support
(37) Ohio State University1960 Kenny Road 4th Floor
Columbus,OH432101063 		31-6025986 501(c) (3) 216,568       general research support
(38) Oregon Health & Science University2525 SW First Avenue Suite 220
Portland,OR97201 		93-1176109 501(c) (3) 883,444       general research support/Fast Forward
(39) Rocky Mountain Multiple Sclerosis Center710 East Hamden Avenue
Englewood,CO80113 		84-0795455 501(c) (3) 235,683       general research support
(40) RTI International Waltham1440 Main St Suite 310
Waltham,MA02451 		56-0686338   148,152       general research support
(41) Rush University Medical Center1700 W Van Buren
Chicago,IL60612 		36-2174823 501(C) (3) 268,671       general research support
(42) St Jude Children's Research Hospital332 North Lauderdale
Memphis,TN38105 		62-0646012 501(c) (3) 39,244       general research support
(43) St Louis University School of Medicine3839 Lindell Blvd
Louis,MO63108 		43-0654872 501(c) (3) 171,875       general research support
(44) Stanford UniversityWells Fargo Bank
San Francisco,CA941444253 		94-1156365 501(c) (3) 576,047       general research support
(45) State University of New York at BuffaloPO Box 9
Albany,NY122010009 		14-1368361 501(c) (3) 723,428       general research support
(46) State University of New York at Stony BrookW5510 Melville Library
Stony Brook,NY11794 		11-6077945 501(c) (3) 723,246       general research support
(47) Texas A&M UniversityCollege Station
College Station,TX79016 		74-2245072 501(c) (3) 12,568       general research support
(48) The Children's Hospital CorporationResearch Finance- PO Box 414413
Boston,MA022413149 		04-2780811 501(c) (3) 237,294       general research support
(49) The Children's National Medical Center111 Michigan Avenue NW Room 5340
Washington,DC20010 		52-1640403 501(c) (3) 217,902       general research support
(50) The J David Gladstone InstitutesGrants and Contracts Officer
San Francisco,CA94158 		23-7203666 501(c) (3) 155,460       general research support/Fast Forward
(51) The Miriam Hospital164 Summit Ave
Providence,RI02906 		05-0258905 501(c) (3) 43,981       general research support
(52) The Scripps Research Institute10550 North Torrey Pines Road
La Jolla,CA920371000 		33-0435954 501(c) (3) 148,616       general research support
(53) The Regents of the University of California on beh1850 Research Park Drive
Davis,CA95618 		94-6036494 501(c) (3) 84,107       Fast Forward
(54) The University of IowaJessup Hall
Iowa City,IA52242 		42-0796760 501(c) (3) 145,276       general research support
(55) UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School65 Bergen Street SSB 5th Floor Ro
Newark,NJ07103 		22-1775306   293,090       general research support
(56) Uniformed Services University of the Health Scienc4301 Jones Bridge Road Room B2050
Bethesda,MD20814 		53-0207336 501(C) (3) 139,895       general research support
(57) University at Buffalo402 Crofts Hall
Buffalo,NY14260 		23-7010680 501(c) (3) 158,254       general research support
(58) University of Alabama at Birmingham701 20th Street South AB 1170
Birmingham,AL35294 		63-6005396 501(c) (3) 435,619       general research support
(59) University of Alabama at Birmingham Pediatrics DeSchool of Medicine 1600 7th Avenue
Birmingham,AL35294 		63-6005396 501(c) (3) 163,557       general research support
(60) University of California Berkeley481 University Hall
Berkeley,CA947201130 		94-6002123 501(c) (3) 42,991       general research support
(61) University of California Davis1441 Research Park Drive
Davis,CA95616 		94-6036494 501(c) (3) 144,649       general research support
(62) University of California Irvine111 Academy Way Suite 210
Irvine,CA926971050 		95-2226406 501(c) (3) 409,511       general research support
(63) University of California Los AngelesOffice of Contracts Grants MC 95
Los Angeles,CA900951406 		95-6006143 501(c) (3) 1,544,647       general research support
(64) University of California San Diego9500 Gilman Dr
La Jolla,CA92093 		95-6006144 501(c) (3) 26,739       general research support
(65) University of California San Francisco1855 Folsom Street
San Francisco,CA941430897 		94-6036493 501(c) (3) 1,484,265       general research support
(66) University of Chicago970 East 58th Street
Chicago,IL60637 		36-2177139 501(c) (3) 206,389       general research support
(67) University of Colorado DenverAnshutz Medical Campus Blgd 500
Aurora,CO80045 		84-6000555 501(c) (3) 260,460       general research support
(68) University of Connecticut Health Center263 Farmington Avenue
Farmington,CT060305335 		66-0707222 501(c) (3) 245,191       general research support
(69) University of Illinois at ChicagoPO Box 20787
Springfield,IL627080787 		37-6000511 501(c) (3) 488,484       general research support
(70) University of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignPO Box 4610
Springfield,IL627084610 		37-6000511 501(c) (3) 275,867       general research support
(71) University of Kansas Medical Center3901 Rainbow Boulevard Bldg 37
Kansas City,KS66160 		48-1108830 501(c) (3) 144,195       general research support
(72) University of Kentucky109 Kinkead Hall
Lexington,KY40506 		61-6033693 501(c) (3) 151,236       general research support
(73) University of LouisvilleMed Center One
Louisville,KY40292 		23-7078461 501(c) (3) 226,050       general research support
(74) University of Maryland737 West Lombard Street PO Box 4
Baltimore,MD21203 		52-6002033 501(c) (3) 133,412       general research support
(75) University of Massachusetts AmherstOffice of Grants Contracts- 70 Bu
Amherest,MA01003 		54-2084125 501(c) (3) 110,359       general research support
(76) University of Michigan Ann Arbor3003 S State Street Room 1054
Ann Arbor,MI481091274 		38-6006309 501(c) (3) 473,437       general research support
(77) University of North Carolina at Chapel HillPO Box 402410
Atlanta,GA303842420 		56-6001393 501(c) (3) 760,673       general research support
(78) University of Pennsylvania Health System3451 Walnut Street Franklin Buildi
Philadelphia,PA191046205 		31-1538725 501(c) (3) 624,557       general research support
(79) University of Rochester Medical Center518 Hylan Bldg Box 270140
Rochester,NY14627 		16-0743209 501(c) (3) 195,187       general research support
(80) University of Rochester School of Medicine and DenOffice of Research Project Admini
Rochester,NY14627 		16-0743209 501(c) (3) 144,249       general research support
(81) University of South Alabama307 University Boulevard
Mobile,AL36688 		63-0477348 501(c) (3) 137,500       general research support
(82) University of Texas at El Paso500 West University Ave
El Paso,TX79968 		74-1894526 501(c) (3) 44,000       general research support
(83) University of Texas Health Science Center Houston7000 Fannin
Houston,TX77030 		74-1761309 501(c) (3) 76,323       general research support
(84) University of Texas at San Antonio6900 North Loop 1604 West
San Antonio,TX78249 		74-1717115 501(c) (3) 196,596       general research support
(85) University of Texas Medical School-HoustonOffice of Research
Houston,TX77030 		74-1761309 501(c) (3) 304,237       general research support
(86) University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center5323 Harry Hines Boulevard PO Box
Dallas,TX752841753 		74-1761309 501(c) (3) 679,184       general research support
(87) University of Vermont111 Colchester Ave
Burlington,VT05401 		03-0225105 501(c) (3) 12,119       general research support
(88) University of Washington12455 Collections Drive
Chicago,IL60693 		91-6001537 501(c) (3) 76,026       general research support
(89) University of Wisconsin-MadisonResearch Sponsored Programs
Madison,WI537151218 		39-6006492 501(c) (3) 780,683       general research support
(90) Veterans Administration Medical Center PortlandPO Box 69539
Portland,OR97239 		94-3090170 501(c) (3) 168,498       general research support
(91) Virginia Commonwealth UniversityPO BOX 843039
Richmond,VA232843039 		54-0757884 501(c) (3) 158,636       general research support
(92) Washington University700 Rosedale Avenue Campus Box 103
Saint Louis,MO631121408 		23-7060605 501(c) (3) 542,805       general research support
(93) Wayne State University5057 Woodward Avenue Suite 13202
Detroit,MI48202 		38-6028429 501(c) (3) 435,434       general research support
(94) Yale UniversityPO Box 1873
New Haven,CT065081873 		06-0646973 501(c) (3) 204,734       general research support
2
Enter total number of section 501(c)(3) and government organizations ......................... Bullet Image
90
3
Enter total number of other organizations ................................ . Bullet Image
4
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Schedule I (Form 990) 2010
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Part III
Grants and Other Assistance to Individuals in the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 22.
Use Schedule I-1 (Form 990) if additional space is needed.
(a)Type of grant or assistance (b)Number of
recipients		 (c)Amount of
cash grant		 (d)Amount of
non-cash assistance		 (e)Method of valuation (book,
FMV, appraisal, other)		 (f)Description of non-cash assistance













Part IV
Supplemental Information. Complete this part to provide the information required in Part I, line 2, and any other additional information.
Identifier Return Reference Explanation
Form 990, Schedule I, Part I, Line 2   The society utilized a volunteer committee of renowned scientists and neurologists to select research grants for funding in the U.S. and abroad all grantees are required to provide scientific and financial progress reports on a quarterly basis which are reviewed by qualified staff. Upon acceptance of the progress reports, payments are disbursed to grantees.
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Schedule J
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Compensation Information
For certain Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest
Compensated Employees
SchJMediumBullet Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990,
Part IV, question 23.
SchJMediumBullet Attach to Form 990. SchJMediumBullet See separate instructions.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
National Multiple Sclerosis Society
 
Employer identification number

13-5661935
Part I
Questions Regarding Compensation
Yes
No
1a
Check the appropiate box(es) if the organization provided any of the following to or for a person listed in Form
990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a. Complete Part III to provide any relevant information regarding these items.
b
If any of the boxes in line 1a are checked, did the organization follow a written policy regarding payment or reimbursement orprovision of all the expenses described above? If "No," complete Part III to explain....
1b
 
 
2
Did the organization require substantiation prior to reimbursing or allowing expenses incurred by all
officers, directors, trustees, and the CEO/Executive Director, regarding the items checked in line 1a? ....
2
 
 
3
Indicate which, if any, of the following the organization uses to establish the compensation of the
organization's CEO/Executive Director. Check all that apply.
4
During the year, did any person listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a with respect to the filing organization or a related organization:
a
Receive a severance payment or change-of-control payment? ...............
4a
 
No
b
Participate in, or receive payment from, a supplemental nonqualified retirement plan? ........
4b
 
No
c
Participate in, or receive payment from, an equity-based compensation arrangement? ........
4c
 
No
If "Yes" to any of lines 4a-c, list the persons and provide the applicable amounts for each item in Part III.
Only 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations only must complete lines 5-9.
5
For persons listed in form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue any
compensation contingent on the revenues of:
a
The organization? ...........................
5a
 
No
b
Any related organization? .........................
5b
 
No
If "Yes," to line 5a or 5b, describe in Part III.
6
For persons listed in form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue any
compensation contingent on the net earnings of:
a
The organization? ...........................
6a
 
No
b
Any related organization? .........................
6b
 
No
If "Yes," to line 6a or 6b, describe in Part III.
7
For persons listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization provide any non-fixed
payments not described in lines 5 and 6? If "Yes," describe in Part III ............
7
 
No
8
Were any amounts reported in Form 990, Part VII, paid or accured pursuant to a contract that was
subject to the initial contract exception described in Regs. section 53.4958-4(a)(3)? If "Yes," describe
in Part III .............................
8
 
No
9
If "Yes" to line 8, did the organization also follow the rebuttable presumption procedure described in Regulations section 53.4958-6(c)? .........................
9
 
 
For Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Intructions for Form 990
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Schedule J (Form 990) 2010
Page 2
Part II
Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees. Use Schedule J-1 if additional space needed.
For each individual whose compensation must be reported in Schedule J, report compensation from the organization on row (i) and from related organizations, described in the
instructions on row (ii). Do not list any individuals that are not listed on Form 990, Part VII.

Note. The sum of columns (B)(i)-(iii) must equal the applicable column (D) or column (E) amounts on Form 990, Part VII, line 1a.
(A) Name (B) Breakdown of W-2 and/or 1099-MISC compensation (C) Retirement and other deferred compensation (D) Nontaxable
benefits		 (E) Total of columns
(B)(i)-(D) 		(F) Compensation
reported in prior
Form 990 or
Form 990-EZ
(i) Base compensation (ii) Bonus & incentive compensation (iii) Other reportable compensation
(1) Joyce Nelson (i)
(ii)		 452,368
0 		0
0 		0
0 		0
0 		14,982
0 		467,350
0 		0
0
(2) Lisa Risi (i)
(ii)		 199,760
0 		0
0 		0
0 		0
0 		7,696
0 		207,456
0 		0
0
(3) Paul Weiss (i)
(ii)		 255,695
0 		0
0 		0
0 		0
0 		972
0 		256,667
0 		0
0
(4) Graham McReynolds (i)
(ii)		 239,605
0 		0
0 		0
0 		0
0 		7,845
0 		247,450
0 		0
0
(5) Mark Neagli (i)
(ii)		 226,237
0 		0
0 		0
0 		0
0 		22,681
0 		248,918
0 		0
0
(6) Cynthia Zagieboylo (i)
(ii)		 225,758
0 		0
0 		0
0 		0
0 		864
0 		226,622
0 		0
0
(7) Michael Elkow (i)
(ii)		 217,226
0 		0
0 		0
0 		0
0 		22,681
0 		239,907
0 		0
0









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Schedule J (Form 990) 2010
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Part III
Supplemental Information
Complete this part to provide the information, explanation, or descriptions required for Part I, lines 1a, 1b, 4c, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7, and 8. Also complete this part for any additional information.
Identifier Return Reference Explanation
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Department of the Treasury
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Supplemental Information to Form 990 or 990-EZ

Complete to provide information for responses to specific questions on
Form 990 or to provide any additional information.
MediumBullet Attach to Form 990 or 990-EZ.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
National Multiple Sclerosis Society
 
Employer identification number

13-5661935
Identifier Return Reference Explanation
Form 990, Part III, Line 4d   Public Education represents programs conducted for the purpose of informing and alerting the general public about multiple sclerosis and its effects, the distribution of literature and other materials designed to increase the public's awareness and knowledge about this disease, including complexity and variety of symptoms or physical conditions, plus all other costs or expenses which directly relate to the performance of health educational service. Professional Education and Training represents activities or programs designed to improve the knowledge, skills and critical judgment of physicians and other healthcare professionals engaged (directly or indirectly) in providing client services by keeping them abreast of new diagnostic techniques, therpaies, etc.
Form 990, Part VI, Line 11a   A copy of the Form 990 and accompanying schedules is provided to the audit committee who reviews first, provides comments, edits and corrections, then approves for distribution to the board, who is given time to provide any comments or edits before it is filed with the IRS.
Form 990, Part VI, Line 12c   On an annual basis, the audit committee reviews the conflict of interest forms filed by trustees, officers and employees for potential conflicts. Where potential conflicts exist, the trustee, officer, or employee is not allowed to participate in any vote and transactions are subject to competitive bidding. At September 30, 2011, no conflicts of interest have been identified.
Form 990, Part VI, Line 15a and 15b   The compensation committee which is comprised of at least three independent trustees determines the compensation of the president and other key employees. The committee is provided with comparable salary data for presidents and other key positions at other voluntary health agencies of similar budget size(s) and national influence. In addition, the president's performance is evaluated annually by the committee of independent trustees. The president or her designee conducts performance evaluations for the other key employees the outcome of which is shared with the compensation committee to help inform their decisions about compensation.
Form 990, Part VI, Line 19   The organization's financial statements are available on its website and charity navigator. Its governing documents and conflict of interest policy are available upon request.
Form 990 Part XI Line 5   Other changes in net assets or fund balances: unrealized gain - $116,903 Adjustment (reduction) of opening net assets to record liabilities arising from prior period - $(2,522,444)
HOURS DEVOTED FOR RELATED ORGANIZATION FORM 990 PART VII NAME:Mindy Alpert TITLE:Director HOURS:
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HOURS DEVOTED FOR RELATED ORGANIZATION FORM 990 PART VII NAME:Carol Houghtby TITLE:Treasurer HOURS:
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HOURS DEVOTED FOR RELATED ORGANIZATION FORM 990 PART VII NAME:Richard Knutson TITLE:Director HOURS:
HOURS DEVOTED FOR RELATED ORGANIZATION FORM 990 PART VII NAME:Thomas Kuhn TITLE:Chairman of the Board HOURS:
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HOURS DEVOTED FOR RELATED ORGANIZATION FORM 990 PART VII NAME:Linda McAleer TITLE:Secretary HOURS:
HOURS DEVOTED FOR RELATED ORGANIZATION FORM 990 PART VII NAME:Aaron Miller TITLE:Director HOURS:
HOURS DEVOTED FOR RELATED ORGANIZATION FORM 990 PART VII NAME:Bill Monahan TITLE:Director HOURS:
HOURS DEVOTED FOR RELATED ORGANIZATION FORM 990 PART VII NAME:Joyce Nelson TITLE:President and CEO HOURS:
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HOURS DEVOTED FOR RELATED ORGANIZATION FORM 990 PART VII NAME:Lisa Risi TITLE:Chief Financial Officer HOURS:
HOURS DEVOTED FOR RELATED ORGANIZATION FORM 990 PART VII NAME:Paul Weiss TITLE:Chief Operating Officer HOURS:
HOURS DEVOTED FOR RELATED ORGANIZATION FORM 990 PART VII NAME:Graham McReynolds TITLE:EVP Marketing and Development HOURS:
HOURS DEVOTED FOR RELATED ORGANIZATION FORM 990 PART VII NAME:Mark Neagli TITLE:Regional EVP HOURS:
HOURS DEVOTED FOR RELATED ORGANIZATION FORM 990 PART VII NAME:Cynthia Zagieboylo TITLE:EVP Chief Field Officer HOURS:
HOURS DEVOTED FOR RELATED ORGANIZATION FORM 990 PART VII NAME:Michael Elkow TITLE:Regional EVP HOURS:
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SCHEDULE R
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Related Organizations and Unrelated Partnerships
MediumBulletComplete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 33, 34, 35, 36, or 37.
MediumBulletAttach to Form 990. MediumBullet See separate instructions.

OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
National Multiple Sclerosis Society
 
Employer identification number

13-5661935
Part I
Identification of Disregarded Entities (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 33.)
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of disregarded entity


(b)
Primary activity


 		(c)
Legal domicile (state
or foreign country)

 		(d)
Total income
(e)
End-of-year assets


 		(f)
Direct controlling
entity







(1) Fast Forward llc
733 Third Avenue
New York,NY10017
26-1933619 		research DE 2,160,955 3,156,114 na
 










Part II
Identification of Related Tax-Exempt Organizations (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related tax-exempt organizations during the tax year.)
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of related organization


(b)
Primary activity


 		(c)
Legal domicile (state
or foreign country)

 		(d)
Exempt Code section
(e)
Public charity status
(if section 501(c)(3))

 		(f)
Direct controlling
entity

 		(g)
Section 512(b)(13) controlled organization
Yes No












For Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.
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Schedule R (Form 990) 2010
Schedule R (Form 990) 2010
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Part III
Identification of Related Organizations Taxable as a Partnership (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related organizations treated as a partnership during the tax year.)
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of
related organization



 		(b)
Primary activity




 		(c)
Legal
domicile
(state or foreign
country)


 		(d)
Direct controlling
entity



 		(e)
Predominant income(related, unrelated, excluded from tax under sections 512-514)

(f)
Share of total income




 		(g)
Share of end-of-year
assets



 		(h)
Disproprtionate allocations?




 		(i)
Code V—UBI
amount in box 20 of
Schedule K-1
(Form 1065)
 		(j)
General or
managing
partner?



 		(k)
Percentage
ownership
Yes No Yes No












Part IV
Identification of Related Organizations Taxable as a Corporation or Trust (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related organizations treated as a corporation or trust during the tax year.)
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of related organization



 		(b)
Primary activity



 		(c)
Legal domicile
(state or
foreign
country)
 		(d)
Direct controlling
entity


 		(e)
Type of entity
(C corp, S corp,
or trust)

 		(f)
Share of total income



 		(g)
Share of
end-of-year
assets

 		(h)
Percentage
ownership












Schedule R (Form 990) 2010
Schedule R (Form 990) 2010
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Part V
Transactions With Related Organizations (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34, 35, 35A, or 36.)
Note. Complete line 1 if any entity is listed in Parts II, III or IV.
Yes
No
1 During the tax year, did the orgranization engage in any of the following transactions with one or more related organizations listed in Parts II-IV?
a Receipt of (i) interest (ii) annuities (iii) royalties (iv) rent from a controlled entity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1a
 
 
b Gift, grant, or capital contribution to other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1b
 
 
c Gift, grant, or capital contribution from other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1c
 
 
d Loans or loan guarantees to or for other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1d
 
 
e Loans or loan guarantees by other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1e
 
 
f Sale of assets to other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1f
 
 
g Purchase of assets from other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1g
 
 
h Exchange of assets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1h
 
 
i Lease of facilities, equipment, or other assets to other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1i
 
 
j Lease of facilities, equipment, or other assets from other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1j
 
 
k Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations for other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1k
 
 
l Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations by other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1l
 
 
m Sharing of facilities, equipment, mailing lists, or other assets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1m
 
 
n Sharing of paid employees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1n
 
 
o Reimbursement paid to other organization for expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1o
 
 
p Reimbursement paid by other organization for expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1p
 
 
q Other transfer of cash or property to other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1q
 
 
r Other transfer of cash or property from other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1r
 
 
2
If the answer to any of the above is "Yes," see the instructions for information on who must complete this line, including covered relationships and transaction thresholds.
(a)
Name of other organization 		(b)
Transaction
type(a-r) 		(c)
Amount involved 		(d)
Method of determining amount involved
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
Schedule R (Form 990) 2010
Schedule R (Form 990) 2010
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Part VI
Unrelated Organizations Taxable as a Partnership (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 37.)
Provide the following information for each entity taxed as a partnership through which the organization conducted more than five percent of its activities (measured by total assets or gross revenue) that was not a related organization. See instructions regarding exclusion for certain investment partnerships.
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of entity 		(b)
Primary activity 		(c)
Legal domicile
(state or foreign
country) 		(d)
Are all
partners
section
501(c)(3)
organizations? 		(e)
Share of
end-of-year
assets 		(f)
Disproprtionate allocations? 		(g)
Code V—UBI
amount in box
20 of Schedule K-1
(Form 1065) 		(h)
General or
managing
partner?
Yes No Yes No Yes No






























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Part VII
Supplemental Information
Complete this part to provide additional information for responses to questions on Schedule R (see instructions).
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