Science for America Inc
Science for America is a "solutions incubator" rooted in bold scientific and technological possibilities working to develop vision, strategy, and execution plans, and to ensure the launch and success of those solutions Science for America brings together scientists and technologists and works with partners across sectors to:-identify potential game-changing solutions to urgent challenges, in the us and around the world, that are not currently happening, -develop clear vision, strategy and execution plans, and-ensure the launch and success of those solutions, by incubating them to an appropriate stage.possible solutions may include the creation of projects, initiatives, shared facilities, coalitions, new companies, prizes, and advocacy efforts.
Science for America Inc at a glance
In short: Science for America Inc gave $18K across 1 grant in 2025 (avg $18K), mostly in Maryland. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $18,495
- Grants made (2025)
- 1
- Average grant
- $18,495
- Median grant
- $18,495
- Total assets
- $16,903,781
- -20.7% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Maryland (100% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated September 2026.
Who Science for America Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Johns Hopkins University ($18K).
Grant Size Distribution
1 grant across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 1 grant of 1 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2025 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2025 it made 1 grant totaling $18K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Johns Hopkins University Baltimore, MD | Support the STEM Entrepreneurship Training Summit | $18,495 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,903,781 | $659,896 | $4,409,039 | $18,495 | 1 | $658,589 |
| 2024 | $21,327,342 | $10,923,093 | $4,020,374 | — | — | $571,850 |
| 2023 | $14,925,476 | $16,849,304 | $3,448,050 | — | — | — |
| 2022 | $109,979 | $648,500 | $539,172 | — | — | — |
About Science for America Inc
Based on IRS filings
Science for America Inc is a public charity focused on Science & Technology, based in Cambridge, MA. IRS filing data is available from 2022 through 2025. As of 2025, the organization holds $16.9M in total assets. In 2025, it awarded 1 grant totaling $18K. Net investment income was $659K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Science for America Inc is led by Eric S. Lander, Chair & CEO since 2023 (on filings since 2022); 7 of 10 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Eric S. Lander
Chair & CEO
Chief Scientist & CEO → Chair & CEO, 2023
On filings since 2022
6 hrs/week
$47K (2022) → $79K (2025)
Donna Badgett
Operations Director
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$198K (2023) → $213K (2025)
Kaitlin Browman
COO & Treasurer
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$168K (2022) → $331K (2025)
Alexandra Ritchie
Scientist
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$109K (2023) → $226K (2025)
Ariel Carmeli
Scientist
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$172K (2023) → $221K (2025)
Zara Burke
Scientist
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$248K (2023) → $283K (2025)
Victoria Chernow
Scientist
On filings since 2024
40 hrs/week
$192K (2024) → $193K (2025)
Amanda Rubin
Secretary
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Eric Schmidt
Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Reid Hoffman
Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Sarah Neely (2023) — Executive Assistant
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2022–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $331K, to Kaitlin Browman (COO & Treasurer). 7 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Science for America Inc
How much does Science for America Inc give each year?
Science for America Inc gave $18K across 1 grant in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990.
How large is Science for America Inc?
Science for America Inc reported $16.9M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $660K.
What is Science for America Inc?
Science for America Inc is a public charity focused on Science & Technology, based in Cambridge, MA. It holds $16.9M in total assets as of 2025.
Where does Science for America Inc operate?
Science for America Inc has awarded grants in Maryland.
What is Science for America Inc's EIN?
Science for America Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 88-2763460. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2022–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(1)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2022–2025
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