May Institute reviews

3.6

68% would recommend to a friend

(298 total reviews)
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Lauren C. Solotar, Ph.D., ABPP

77% approve of CEO

75% positive business outlook

May Institute has an employee rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars, based on 298 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The May Institute employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Nonprofit & NGO industry (3.7 stars).

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298 reviews
5.0
Mar 30, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

I'm proud to be part of an organization that reflects the vision and values that I have always aspired to in this field. As a member of leadership at May Institute, I've experienced firsthand how rare it is to find an organization that truly lives its values at every level. May is full of hardworking, compassionate team members who passionately support our clients. May actively invests in it's people, empowering team members to pursue their professional goals. I have grown in my profession as a result of the support from the organization, and I have witnessed many people here experience major professional growth. The leadership culture fosters an environment where innovation thrives and people are treated with respect and dignity. I can't imagine working anywhere else.

Cons

This is hard work, but it comes with many rewards.

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May Institute Response
2mo
We appreciate your dedication and your clear passion for the work and for the organization. Thank you for your review.
3.0
Mar 26, 2026

The May

Recommend
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Pros

Helping change the lives of individuals.

Cons

Stressful and demanding job. requires a lot of teamwork.

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May Institute Response
2mo
Your insights are valuable to us. Thank you for your work and for sharing this review.
5.0
Mar 23, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Working at May Institute has been a positive experience. The team is collaborative and supportive, and there are strong opportunities to learn and grow. Management is approachable and encourages professional development. Overall, it’s an organization that genuinely prioritizes its employees.

Cons

None that I can think of right now!

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May Institute Response
2mo
We are so glad you have had such a good experience at May. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.
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