Staten Island, NY

MICHAELS CAUSE INC

EIN 45-2808761

Health & Wellness Disease & Chronic Illness Support Patients & families

Mission

To promote awareness of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) and to provide funds for additional medical and scientific research toward a cure. The organization also provides benevolent support to individuals and families affected by DMD.

IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) public charity Contributions are tax-deductible

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About MICHAELS CAUSE INC

Michael's Cause is a Staten Island, New York–based 501(c)(3) public charity (EIN 45-2808761) focused on Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD). The EIN and tax-exempt status were verified against the organization's publicly posted Form 990 and federal nonprofit records.

The organization raises funds through community events (a large annual gala, a Step for a Cure 5K, and organized teams for the NYC Marathon and NYC Half) and directs proceeds to both peer-reviewed research and direct, individualized support for people living with DMD. In recent years Michael's Cause has combined research grants to academic and clinical programs with numerous equipment- and mobility-focused grants (accessible vans, lifts, wheelchairs, ramps, and other home modifications) for individual families.

Michael's Cause reports substantial grantmaking and program activity in the last 2–3 years, including six-figure grants to clinic and research programs and many smaller grants that fund mobility, medical equipment, and emergency needs for affected families. The organization maintains current Form 990 filings and an active public website describing funded projects and events.

Notable achievements

Significant research and clinic funding

The organization has directed multiple six- and five-figure grants to university and clinic-based Duchenne programs and research initiatives in recent years, including large donations to Duchenne clinic programs and research projects.

Extensive direct support to individuals

Michael's Cause has paid for dozens of mobility and accessibility items (accessible vans, power chairs, lifts, ramps, specialized equipment and home modifications) to support individuals and families living with DMD.

Sustained fundraising and community engagement

Through a large annual gala, Step for a Cure 5K, and participation as a charity partner in major New York City races, the charity has established recurring community fundraising channels that have supported its grantmaking and assistance programs.

At a glance

Total assets: $877K
Annual revenue: $258K
Tax status: 501(c)(3)Public charity
EIN: 45-2808761
Location: Staten Island, NY
Website: michaelscause.org
On Mahalo since: May 2026

Financial figures from the IRS Business Master File, the IRS’s registry of tax-exempt organizations.

Recognition

Official charity partner of the TCS New York City Marathon and active participant in major NYC road races and community events.

Listed on major nonprofit information platforms with active, recent Form 990 filings and a multi-year public record of grants and program activity.

Documented partnerships and grant recipients include academic and clinical partners (examples include UMass Memorial and university research programs) and community organizations that deliver care and mobility solutions to people with DMD.

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