From public IRS filings
BUCKMINSTER FULLER INSTITUTE
SAN FRANCISCO, CA · Science & Technology
Mission
The Buckminster Fuller Institute is dedicated to accelerating the development and deployment of solutions which radically advance human well being and the health of our planet's ecosystems.
Financials (IRS Form 990)
Total revenue
$5M
Total expenses
$2.5M
Total assets
$3.2M
Program expense ratio
9582%
Source: IRS Form 990, tax year 2024.
Who funds BUCKMINSTER FULLER INSTITUTE
$2M in foundation grants on record from 14 funders — from IRS 990 grant line items.
| Funder | Total given | Grants |
|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | $518K | 3 |
| Vanguard Charitable Endowment Program | $268K | 1 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | $176K | 2 |
| Maine Community Foundation | $50K | 1 |
| National Philanthropic Trust | $35K | 1 |
| Miami Foundation | $33K | 1 |
| Silicon Valley Community Foundation | $25K | 1 |
| One Earth Philanthropy | $25K | 1 |
| National Parks Conservation Association | $10K | 1 |
| Better Giving | $2K | 2 |
Leadership
Stuart Cowan — Executive Dir. (Principal officer)
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