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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Final Report Guidelines

Final reports are due to our office after the completion of your grant period. Your contract letter should include the date on which we expect your final report.

Required Sections

  • Brief summary (~100-200 words) of results vs hypotheses, written toward a moderately technical audience.
  • Brief summary (~100 words) of publication or plans for publication (if any).
  • Detailed description of results, including any figures or tables.

How to submit your Final Report

Please submit your final report as a .PDF attachment to an email to grants@leakeyfoundation.org, with the subject line “Final Report.” We also accept final reports via mail to:

Grants Department
Attn: Final Reports
1003B OReilly Ave
San Francisco, CA 94129
USA

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