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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.

Students and Educators: Become a Member of the Leakey Foundation!

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Matthew Heinz, Leakey Grantee

Did You Know? Students and Educators can become a member of the Leakey Foundation for just $60! Get advanced notice of events, and discounts on tickets and merchandise.

Whether you are a young scientist aspiring to be a future grantee, or an educator encouraging students to take a closer look at our evolutionary past, you play a vital role in the continuation of our mission. Our members enable us to provide speaker series, learning expeditions, research grants, and fellowships that help students in a developing countries obtain advanced degrees.

For over 40 years, Foundation members have enjoyed a front row seat to the unfolding story of our human origins. The membership is now a diverse group of science patrons of all ages and many different nationalities. 80% of our annual budget is granted to scientists and used for our educational programs to fuel our understanding of how we developed as humans. Last year, we were able to give away $762,000 in grants, but we can’t do it without your support.

Support the study of human origins. Become a Leakey Foundation Member today!

Posted on October 10th, 2011

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