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.
Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. See separate instructions. Information about Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2013
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
RESEARCH TRIANGLE INSTITUTE
Employer identification number
56-0686338
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
By checking this box, I certify that the organization is not controlled directly or indirectly by one or more disqualified persons other than foundation managers and other than one or more publicly supported organizations described in section 509(a)(1) or section 509(a)(2).
f
If the organization received a written determination from the IRS that it is a Type I, Type II, or Type III supporting organization, check this box
..................................................
g
Since August 17, 2006, has the organization accepted any gift or contribution from any of the following persons?
(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 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
Provide the following information about the supported organization(s).
(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 monetary support
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
(A)
DUKE UNIVERSITY
560532129
2
Yes
Yes
Yes
0
(B)
THE UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA (UNC SYSTEM)
566001393
2
Yes
Yes
Yes
0
Total
0
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990EZ.
Cat. No. 11285F
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2013
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2013
Page 2
Part II
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Sections 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) 2009
(b) 2010
(c) 2011
(d) 2012
(e) 2013
(f) Total
1
Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") ....
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
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.
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year
(or fiscal year beginning in)
(a) 2009
(b) 2010
(c) 2011
(d) 2012
(e) 2013
(f) Total
7
Amounts from line 4..
8
Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources...
9
Net income from unrelated business activities, whether or not the business is regularly carried on..
10
Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part IV.)..
11
Total support (Add lines 7 through 10).
12
Gross receipts from related activities, etc. (see instructions)
..................
12
13
First five years.
If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a 501(c)(3) organization,
check this box and stop here.................................................
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
14
Public support percentage for 2013 (line 6, column (f) divided by line 11, column (f))
.........
14
15
Public support percentage for 2012 Schedule A, Part II, line 14
...............
15
16a
33 1/3% support test—2013.
If the organization did not check the box on line 13, and line 14 is 33 1/3% or more, check this box
and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization
.......................
b
33 1/3% support test—2012.
If the organization did not check a box on line 13 or 16a, and line 15 is 33 1/3% or more, check this
box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization
.....................
17a
10%-facts-and-circumstances test—2013.
If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, or 16b, and line 14
is 10% or more, and if the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test, check this box and stop here. Explain
in Part IV how the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported
organization
.....................................................
b
10%-facts-and-circumstances test—2012.
If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, or 17a, and line
15 is 10% or more, and if the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test, check this box and stop here.
Explain in Part IV how the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization
................................................
18
Private foundation.
If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, 17a, or 17b, check this box and see
instructions
.....................................................
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2013
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2013
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Part III
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Section 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) 2009
(b) 2010
(c) 2011
(d) 2012
(e) 2013
(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) 2009
(b) 2010
(c) 2011
(d) 2012
(e) 2013
(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
First five years.
If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a 501(c)(3) organization,
check this box and stop here.............................................
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
15
Public support percentage for 2013 (line 8, column (f) divided by line 13, column (f))
.........
15
16
Public support percentage from 2012 Schedule A, Part III, line 15
...............
16
Section D. Computation of Investment Income Percentage
17
Investment income percentage for 2013 (line 10c, column (f) divided by line 13, column (f))
......
17
18
Investment income percentage from 2012 Schedule A, Part III, line 17
.............
18
19a
33 1/3% support tests—2013.
If the organization did not check the box on line 14, and line 15 is more than 33 1/3%, and line 17 is not more than 33 1/3%, check this box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization
........
b
33 1/3% support tests—2012.
If the organization did not check a box on line 14 or line 19a, and line 16 is more than 33 1/3% and line 18 is not more than 33 1/3%, check this box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization
.....
20
Private foundation.
If the organization did not check a box on line 14, 19a, or 19b, check this box and see instructions
.....
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2013
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2013
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Part IV
Supplemental Information.
Provide the explanations required by Part II, line 10; Part II, line 17a or 17b; and 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) 2013
Additional Data
Software ID:
13000241
Software Version:
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SCHEDULE O (Form 990 or 990-EZ)
Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service
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.
Attach to Form 990 or 990-EZ.
Information about Schedule O (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and its instructions is at
www.irs.gov/form990.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2013
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
RESEARCH TRIANGLE INSTITUTE
Employer identification number
56-0686338
Return Reference
Explanation
Form 990, Part III, Line 4a
HEALTH RESEARCH is our largest single field of study, encompassing research that ranges from studies of the human genome and the development of new drug compounds to national surveys of health behaviors and the implementation of global health programs. Our activities in DRUG DISCOVERY AND DEVELOPMENT include working with pharmaceutical companies and government agencies to bring new medicines to market, and to ensure the safety and efficacy of those in the marketplace. As part of a comprehensive EDUCATION AND TRAINING RESEARCH program, our experts conduct rigorous studies used to assess and improve the quality of early development, education, and employment programs in the United States and many other countries. We also provide training solutions for forensic scientists and law enforcement. RTI is a leader in SURVEY RESEARCH and SURVEY STATISTICS. With a staff of highly skilled researchers using advanced data collection systems and techniques, we offer broad-based survey services for public and private sector studies. Our SURVEY RESEARCH SERVICES include study design, instrument development and evaluation, pretests and pilot studies, mail surveys, telephone surveys, face-to-face field surveys, Web surveys, records abstraction, collection of biological specimens, mixed-mode surveys, subject tracing, focus groups, and health registries. Our STATISTICS RESEARCH experts conduct complex statistical analyses to support wide ranging research programs in both laboratory and social sciences as well as ensure the quality, validity, and reliability of our research products and results by applying quality control and assurance procedures from sampling design through data collection and analysis. Our multidisciplinary ECONOMIC & SOCIAL RESEARCH team includes experts in economics, demography, health, education, urban planning, and public financing. We provide independent, objective information and analyses that help to inform and improve public policy discourse and advance economic and social development decision making in technology economics and policy, crime and justice, and food and nutrition policy. We provide ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT services through the identification, development, application, and transfer of leading-edge technologies in areas including Materials Science; Electronics; Microfabrication; Information Technology; Innovation Advising; and Technology Economics & Policy. Our ENERGY RESEARCHERS develop advanced energy technologies to address today's significant energy challenges, such as climate change, energy security, energy efficiency, sustainability, and water conservation. Our research supports national and worldwide goals of reliable, sustainable, economically viable, and secure energy supplies. We are a leading provider of ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH SERVICES for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and other government agencies. We conduct large-scale environmental management projects for both government and industry, helping them make critical policy and regulatory decisions. Our LABORATORY & CHEMISTRY SERVICES support RTI research with state-of-the-art instrumentation, technologies, and processes. Our lab specifications and procedures emphasize quality control and excellence at every level of activity to meet the expectations and needs of our clients.
Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 2
P Lange & J Siedow - Business Relationship; P Lange & P Wynn - Business Relationship; W Moore & T Darden - Business Relationship; W Moore & W Mitchell - Business Relationship; W Moore & P Scott - Business Relationship; W Mitchell & T Darden - Business Relationship; W Mitchell & P Scott - Business Relationship; T Darden & R Ingram - Business Relationship; B Entwisle & T Lomax - Business Relationship; B Entwisle & H Martin - Business Relationship; B Entwisle & J Siedow - Business Relationship; B Entwisle & W Moore - Business Relationship; P Scott & T Darden - Business Relationship
Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 6
Research Triangle Institute is a non-profit corporation incorporated under the laws of the State of North Carolina. The Members of the corporation include the persons who at the time occupy the following positions: President, The University of North Carolina; President, Duke University; one member of the Board of Trustees of Duke University, appointed by the Chair of the Board of Trustees of Duke University, for one or more terms of three years; and one member of the Board of Governors of The University of North Carolina, appointed by the Chair of the Board of Governors of the University of North Carolina, for one or more of the three years. The members shall elect the Governors, review and act on fundamental corporate transactions approved by the Governors, and take such other actions as may be required by law. No part of the earnings of the corporation shall insure to the benefit of any member or individual.
Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 7a
The Members shall elect the Governors as described in the Bylaws of the Corporation.
Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 7b
The members shall review and act on fundamental corporate transactions approved by the Governors and take such other actions as may be required by law. Fundamental corporate transactions are described in the Articles of Incorporation.
Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b
The Form 990 with required schedules was provided to the full Board of Governors prior to filing via posting on RTI's hosted board communication solution, Director's Desk. In addition, RTI management reviewed the process and steps undertaken in completing the form on multiple occasions with the Audit Compensation Committees of the Board, including a review of the file ready form with the Audit Committee prior to dissemination to the full Board.
Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c
Members of the Board of Governors, Officers and Key Employees are required to complete an annual conflict of interest disclosure in accordance with the organization's policies and procedures. Each disclosure is reviewed by the Audit Committee Chair, Chair of the Board of Governors, or the Chief Ethics Officer to determine whether a conflict of interest exists and if so, whether it appears to be significant and may warrant further review according to the standards and guidelines of the policy.
Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15
Each year, Research Triangle Institute (the Institute) management seeks the review and approval of the Institute's Compensation Committee and Board of Governors (Board) to ensure that the total compensation packages for its Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and other senior executives listed below are reasonable. The CEO and other senior executives are not involved in the Compensation Committee and Board's decision regarding the reasonableness of the executive compensation packages. The Compensation Committee and Board use independent compensation surveys conducted by nationally recognized independent firms. The independent survey includes compensation paid by comparable institutions (taxable as well as non-taxable) for functionally comparable positions and in comparable geographic labor markets. The Compensation Committee and Board also use an independent executive compensation consulting firm to review the survey data and provide comments opining on the reasonableness of compensation for the Institute's senior executives. In 2013, the study covered the following executive positions: E Wayne Holden, President & Chief Executive Officer; James J Gibson, Chief Operating Officer; Tim J Gabel, Executive Vice President, Social, Statistical and Environmental Sciences; Allen W Mangel, Executive Vice President, Health Solutions; G Edward Story, Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary; Martha J Roberts, Senior Vice President, Human Resources; Michael H Kaelin Jr, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer; Aaron S Williams, Executive Vice President, International Development Group; and James A Trainham, Vice President, Strategic Energy Initiatives and Distinguished Fellow. Also included in the independent review was the following officer positions: Stephen Snyder, Vice President and Controller, E. Ward Sax, Vice President and Treasurer.
Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 16b
RTI and its staff belong to and participate in consortiums and associations that are consistent with RTI's mission to improve the human condition. These affiliations are neither in form nor substance a joint venture for federal income taxation. While RTI has not entered into a joint venture with a taxable entity, RTI has adopted a joint venture policy in order to evaluate its participation for federal income tax purposes. Additionally, certain federal contracts are awarded on a cost share basis whereby a cost share subcontractor reimburses RTI for a percentage of the total contract costs. Cost share arrangements exist primarily with unrelated taxable entities.
Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19
The organization makes its governing documents, conflict of interest policy and financial statements available to the public upon request.
Form 990, Part VII, Section A, Line 1a
In connection with his employment with RTI, J Trainham participated in various scientific research collaborations with the UNC System, including an appointment as adjunct professor during FY14. RTI received reimbursements from the UNC System for costs related to these research services.
Form 990, Part VII, Section A, Line 1b
RTI was established in 1958 by Duke University and The University of North Carolina System as the founding tenant of Research Triangle Park in NC. It has grown into one of the world's leading independent nonprofit research organizations and is dedicated to conducting research and development that improves the human condition by turning knowledge into practice. Based on RTI's corporate governance structure, compensation of those Board Members employed by supported organizations (i.e. Duke and UNC System) is reported in column (E) and was obtained from the 990 information request questionnaire that was distributed to these listed persons and Duke University. These amounts were paid by either Duke University of The University of North Carolina System (UNC System). Given the supporting relationship with these universities, RTI is required to report these amounts; however, RTI has no influence over this compensation.
Form 990, Part IX, Line 11g
Total Expenses = 278,658,484(Subcontractors & Consultants)
Form 990, Part XI, Line 9
Pension related changes = (1,330,784)
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ.