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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Photo Guidelines

We require our grantees to submit a photo of themselves at the end of their grant to be considered compliant.

Requested Items

  • Please submit at least two press-quality photos.
  • “Press Quality” means that photos should be over 1200×1200 pixels, in JPEG or TIFF format. Setting your digital camera to “Highest” quality (or similar) will usually satisfy this requirement.
  • Photos should clearly picture PI, and co-investigators and research subjects if possible.
  • Photos should be taken at the research site if possible.
  • If possible, short videos of your dig or research subjects are encouraged.
  • We may use your photos in Leakey Foundation publications at any time in the future.

How to submit your Photos

Please submit all photos as .JPG attachments to an email to grants@leakeyfoundation.org.

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