80%
of our annual budget goes to
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The Leakey Foundation is pleased to announce we were given an 80% Efficiency Rating during our most recent audit.

This means the 80% of our annual budget is granted to scientists and used for our educational programs.

In the American Institute of Philanthropy’s view, 60% or greater is reasonable for most charities and the most highly efficient charities are able to spend 75% or more on programs.

From the AIP website: "AIP is a nationally prominent charity watchdog service whose purpose is to help donors make informed giving decisions."

We spend the remaining percentage on fundraising efforts and general administration.*

* AIP has not officially rated The Leakey Foundation.

Frans de Waal Article & Short Film “Bi-polar Ape”

Behavioral, News, news_two, Primatology

In partnership with The Department of Expansion, The Leakey Foundaiton has launched a series of four short films.

Today, on scientificamerican.com, Leakey Foundation friend Frans de Waal wrote an article for the Guest Blog, with accompanying short film “The Bi-Polar Ape.” This film is part of a four part series on human behavior and evolution.

Posted on July 20th, 2010


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