THE ROCKEFELLER UNIVERSITY
AI Summary
The Rockefeller University, a leading nonprofit institution based in New York, is dedicated to advancing research and graduate education in the biomedical sciences, chemistry, bioinformatics, and physics. With an operating budget of $557.8 million and total revenue of $501 million, the University conducts innovative research across 82 laboratories, focusing on diverse biological and biomedical challenges to enhance human understanding and well-being. The University does not charge tuition and relies on a variety of funding sources, ensuring it does not depend on any single funder for 50% or more of its revenue.
Mission Statement
The Rockefeller University (the University) is a world renowned center for research (see schedule O) and graduate education in the biomedical sciences, chemistry, bioinformatics, and physics. The University's 82 laboratories conduct both clinical and basic research and study a diverse range of biological and biomedical problems with the mission of improving the understanding of life for the benefit of humanity. Laboratories are loosely clustered in nine research areas covering a wide spectrum of disciplines in the life sciences, including neuroscience, immunology, genetics, structural biology and bioinformatics. The University does not charge tuition. Its revenues are derived primarily from investment income, government grants and contracts, and private gifts and grants.
Cause Areas
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University education
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Charity Verification Snapshot
IRS EO Business Master File Status
Listed as tax-exempt
IRS Pub 78 Status
Eligible for tax-deductible gifts
IRS Revocation Status
Not in Automatic Revocation of Exemption List
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is THE ROCKEFELLER UNIVERSITY’s budget?
In 2024, THE ROCKEFELLER UNIVERSITY reported an annual operating budget of around $557.8 million. More detailed financial information is available to registered users.
What causes does THE ROCKEFELLER UNIVERSITY support?
THE ROCKEFELLER UNIVERSITY supports work in University education.
Where does THE ROCKEFELLER UNIVERSITY operate?
THE ROCKEFELLER UNIVERSITY is headquartered in New York, NY.
Who funded THE ROCKEFELLER UNIVERSITY recently?
In 2025, THE ROCKEFELLER UNIVERSITY received grants from ROBERTSON FOUNDATION, Food Allergy Science Initiative Inc, and LIFE SCIENCES RESEARCH FOUNDATION. More information on this organization’s funders is available to registered users.
What is the largest grant THE ROCKEFELLER UNIVERSITY received in 2024?
The largest grant to THE ROCKEFELLER UNIVERSITY in 2024 exceeds $42 million.
What is THE ROCKEFELLER UNIVERSITY’s reliance on government grants?
THE ROCKEFELLER UNIVERSITY relied on government grants for more than 20% of their total revenue in 2024.