Discovery Institute
- Assets
- $11.7m
- Revenue
- $10.2m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 43
- Location
- Seattle, WA
- Founding
- 06/1996
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 91-1521697
Organization Overview
Discovery Institute is located in Seattle, WA. The organization was established in 1996. According to its NTEE Classification (Z99) the organization is classified as: Unknown, under the broad grouping of Unknown and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Discovery Institute employed 43 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Discovery Institute is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2023, Discovery Institute generated $10.2m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 9 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 6.3% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $9.8m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 9.8% per year over the past 9 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2017, Discovery Institute has awarded 56 individual grants totaling $5,124,898. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO ADVANCE A CULTURE OF PURPOSE, CREATIVITY, AND INNOVATION IN A DIVERSE SET OF FIELDS. THIS MISSION IS ACHIEVED THROUGH EDUCATION, RESEARCH, AND ANALYSIS OF LOCAL, REGIONAL, NATIONAL, AND INTERNATIONAL ISSUES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE CENTER FOR SCIENCE AND CULTURE PROMOTES RESEARCH, EDUCATION, AND DISCUSSION RELATING TO THE SCIENTIFIC THEORY OF INTELLIGENT DESIGN. THE CENTER'S ACTIVITIES INCLUDE THE SPONSORSHIP OF SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH AND WRITING; THE PRODUCTION OF BOOKS, ARTICLES, REPORTS, AND CURRICULA; THE ORGANIZING OF SEMINARS AND CONFERENCES; AND THE DEVELOPMENT AND OPERATION OF EDUCATIONAL WEBSITES, PODCASTS, AND VIDEOS.
OTHER PROGRAMS INCLUDE: THE CHAPMAN CENTER FOR CITIZEN LEADERSHIP IS A TRAINING PROGRAM FOR YOUNG PROFESSIONALS INTERESTED IN A CAREER IN PUBLIC AND/OR COMMUNITY SERVICE. THE CENTER ENABLES YOUNG LEADERS TO CONSIDER THE FOUNDATIONAL IDEAS OF LEADERSHIP IN A FREE SOCIETY BY CONNECTING THEM WITH MENTORS AND FELLOW YOUNG LEADERS THROUGH SEMINARS, LECTURES, AND FELLOWSHIP PROGRAMS. THE TECHNOLOGY AND DEMOCRACY PROJECT EXAMINES HOW NEW TECHNOLOGIES ARE TRANSFORMING BUSINESS, EDUCATION, DEFENSE, AND GOVERNMENT AND PROPOSES HOW SOCIETY CAN GET THE MOST BENEFIT (AND LEAST HARM) FROM THESE DEVELOPMENTS. THE CASCADIA CENTER PROGRAM PROMOTES REGIONAL COOPERATION AS THE KEY TO ENSURING MOBILITY, ECONOMIC GROWTH AND A HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT IN THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST. THE CENTER ON HUMAN EXCEPTIONALISM EXAMINES A CONSTELLATION OF ISSUES SUCH AS ASSISTED SUICIDE AND EUTHANASIA, EMBRYONIC STEM CELL RESEARCH, HUMAN GENETIC MANIPULATION, HUMAN CLONING, AND ANIMAL RIGHTS ISSUES. THE RELIGION, LIBERTY, AND CIVIC LIFE PROGRAM EXAMINES THE PROPER ROLE OF RELIGION IN A FREE SOCIETY. THE AMERICAN CENTER FOR TRANSFORMING EDUCATION WORKS WITH STATE LEGISLATORS, POLICYMAKERS, AND PARENTS TO PROMOTE SYSTEMIC CHANGE TO OUR NATION'S EDUCATION SYSTEM, WITH AN EMPHASIS ON PARENTAL CHOICE, IMPROVED TEACHER QUALITY, AND BETTER GOVERNANCE STRUCTURES.
THE CENTER ON WEALTH AND POVERTY CONNECTS THE PRACTICAL TRUTHS OF ECONOMICS WITH THE PERENNIAL TRUTHS OF ETHICS. THE PROGRAM - HOME TO LEADING SCHOLARS IN PHILOSOPHY AND ECONOMICS - IS BUILDING SUSTAINED AND ACCESSIBLE DEFENSE OF FREE ENTERPRISE, ENTREPRENEURSHIP, AND STEWARDSHIP IN THE MORAL CATEGORIES CONSONANT WITH MOST AMERICANS.
THE AI PROGRAM (WALTER BRADLEY CENTER FOR NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AT DISCOVERY INSTITUTE) EXPLORES THE BENEFITS AS WELL AS THE CHALLENGES RAISED BY ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) IN LIGHT OF THE ENDURING TRUTH OF HUMAN EXCEPTIONALISM. PEOPLE KNOW AT A FUNDAMENTAL LEVEL THAT THEY ARE NOT MACHINES. BUT FAULTY THINKING CAN CAUSE PEOPLE TO ASSENT TO VIEWS THAT IN THEIR HEART OF HEARTS THEY KNOW TO BE UNTRUE. THE BRADLEY CENTER SEEKS TO HELP INDIVIDUALS - AND OUR SOCIETY AT LARGE - TO REALIZE THAT WE ARE NOT MACHINES WHILE AT THE SAME TIME HELPING TO PUT MACHINES (ESPECIALLY COMPUTERS AND AI) IN PROPER PERSPECTIVE.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Stephen Meyer Employee | Officer | 40 | $233,008 |
Steven Buri President | Officer | 40 | $227,601 |
John West Vice Pres/pr | Officer | 40 | $199,941 |
Keri Ingrahm Employee | 40 | $148,420 | |
Jonathan Witt Employee | 40 | $144,642 | |
David Klinghoffer Employee | 40 | $128,284 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Richard Von Sternberg Research | 12/30/23 | $133,800 |
David Berlinski Research | 12/30/23 | $133,000 |
George Gilder Consulting | 12/30/23 | $120,000 |
Education Access Llc Research | 12/30/23 | $120,000 |
Guenter Bechly Research | 12/30/23 | $105,339 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $1,121,126 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $8,252,784 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $375,356 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $9,373,910 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $621,342 |
| Investment income | $93,220 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $107,336 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $4,903 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $34,061 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $10,240,771 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $573,020 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $779,085 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $977,896 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $964,817 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $186,659 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $2,806,598 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $247,875 |
| Payroll taxes | $292,502 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $25,035 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $43,668 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $152,667 |
| Advertising and promotion | $515,171 |
| Office expenses | $315,874 |
| Information technology | $35,712 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $305,567 |
| Travel | $343,234 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $34,370 |
| Insurance | $23,432 |
| All other expenses | $109,491 |
| Total functional expenses | $9,846,072 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $6,337,110 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $4,409,114 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $175,000 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $73,831 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $20,490 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $108,158 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $616,192 |
| Total assets | $11,739,895 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $118,184 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $605,884 |
| Total liabilities | $724,068 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $920,373 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $10,095,454 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $11,739,895 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Discovery Institute has awarded $559,004 in support to 10 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
WILLIAM MARSH RICE UNIVERSITY PURPOSE: SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH | $260,000 |
CHESALON USA PURPOSE: SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH | $22,400 |
BIOLA UNIVERSITY PURPOSE: SCENTIFIC RESEARCH | $12,604 |
BAYLOR UNIVERSITY PURPOSE: SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH | $32,000 |
ARETE GLOBAL CONSULTING LLC PURPOSE: RESEARCH | $6,000 |
CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY PURPOSE: SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH | $30,000 |