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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.

2012 Spring Grants Report

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The Leakey Foundation 2012 Spring Grants Reports

Scientists are turning to The Leakey Foundation for funding now more than ever.

During the most recent grants cycle, Spring 2012, we received a record number of applications (the highest number in 44 years). The competition was stiff, and the funding decisions were even more difficult than usual. Here is a breakdown of some statistics for the cycle:

We received 111 grant applications, including 3 applications for Franklin Mosher Baldwin Fellowships. Of the 111 applications we received, 41 were in the Behavior category, and 60 were in the Paleoanthropology category, with 7 listed in both Behavior and Paleo.

We funded 27 grants, for a total of $333,004.00. This included:

  • 3 Baldwin grants, for $34,000.00
  • 12 grants, for $119,504.00
  • 14 Paleoanthropology grants, for $189,500.00

    • Click here for a full listing of the grants awarded during this cycle.

    Posted on May 14th, 2012

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