80%
of our annual budget goes to
Science and Education
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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.

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Reporting for your Grant

There are three required reports for your grant: Progress report, Final Report and Final Financial report. We also ask that you include photos of yourself in the field.

Progress Reports

A Progress Report of one to two pages in length and is due approximately six months from the start of your research. Progress reports should be submitted as PDFs to grants@leakeyfoundation.org. For complete details, click here.

Final Reports

The Final Report of at least 5-6 pages is due on the end date of your grant. Final reports should be submitted as PDFs to grants@leakeyfoundation.org. For complete details, click here.

Financial Reports

The Financial Report is due on the end date of your grant. Financial Reports should be prepared by an authorized financial representative of your institution and should be submitted as a PDF to grants@leakeyfoundation.org. For complete details, click here.

Photo Guidlines

Photos should be submitted as JPEGs (.jpg files) over 1000x1000px in resolution, to grants@leakeyfoundation.org. For complete details, click here.