National Geographic Society
WASHINGTON, DC · Education
Built from IRS filings (latest Form 990: tax year 2024). National Geographic Society has not reviewed or approved this page. Kindora is not affiliated with it.
Mission
The purpose of the Society shall be to increase and diffuse geographic knowledge and use the power of science, exploration, education and storytelling to illuminate and protect the wonder of the world.
Financials (IRS Form 990)
Source: IRS Form 990, tax year 2024.
Who funds National Geographic Society
$108.5M in foundation grants on record from 381 funders — matched from IRS 990 grant line items. Some matches may be approximate.
| Funder | Total given | Grants |
|---|---|---|
| Lilly Endowment | $57M | 1 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | $6.1M | 4 |
| Look and See Foundation | $5M | 3 |
| Bloomberg Philanthropies | $4.8M | 2 |
| Paul G Allen Family Foundation | $4.2M | 3 |
| Brendan & Helen Bechtel Foundation | $4.2M | 5 |
| Bpb and Hbb Foundation | $2M | 1 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | $1.9M | 4 |
| National Philanthropic Trust | $1.8M | 4 |
| Wal-Mart Foundation | $1.5M | 1 |
Leadership
Darien Wright — CFO (Principal officer)
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