Discovery Institute
Seattle, Washington · EIN 911521697 · Private foundation
Discovery Institute is a Washington-based grantmaker. Its indexed IRS summary (FY2025) lists $3.9M in giving and $14.5M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 58 grants for Discovery Institute. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.
What Discovery Institute funds
Discovery Institute's giving carries a documented focus on education, higher education.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biologic SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH | Redmond, WA | $332K | 2018 |
| Rice University SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH | Houston, TX | $305K | 2018 |
| Rice University SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH | Houston, TX | $290K | 2019 |
How to apply for funding from Discovery Institute
Discovery Institute's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at discovery.org.
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Frequently asked questions about Discovery Institute
- Does Discovery Institute accept grant applications?
- Discovery Institute's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does Discovery Institute fund?
- Discovery Institute's grants focus on education. Example recipients include Biologic, Rice University. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Discovery Institute give in grants?
- Discovery Institute's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $3.9M in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $4.5M over 58 grants.
- Where is Discovery Institute located?
- Discovery Institute is based in Seattle, Washington. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 911521697.
- How can I find foundations similar to Discovery Institute?
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