SETI INSTITUTE
AI Summary
The SETI Institute, with EIN 94-2951356, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to exploring, understanding, and explaining the origin and nature of life in the universe and the evolution of intelligence. Operating with a budget of $26 million and generating total revenue of $55.2 million, the Institute is supported by multiple funders, none of which provide 50% or more of its revenue. More information can be found on their website at www.seti.org.
Mission Statement
TO EXPLORE, UNDERSTAND AND EXPLAIN THE ORIGIN AND NATURE OF LIFE IN THE UNIVERSE AND THE EVOLUTION OF INTELLIGENCE.
Cause Areas
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Astronomy
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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 SETI INSTITUTE’s budget?
In 2024, SETI INSTITUTE reported an annual operating budget of around $26 million. More detailed financial information is available to registered users.
What causes does SETI INSTITUTE support?
SETI INSTITUTE supports work in Astronomy.
Where does SETI INSTITUTE operate?
SETI INSTITUTE is headquartered in Mountain View, CA.
Who funded SETI INSTITUTE recently?
In 2025, SETI INSTITUTE received grants from AMERICAN ONLINE GIVING FOUNDATION INC, DONOR ADVISED CHARITABLE GIVING INC, and COLONEL (IL) JAMES N PRITZKER CHARITABLE DISTRIBUTION FUND. More information on this organization’s funders is available to registered users.
What is the largest grant SETI INSTITUTE received in 2024?
The largest grant to SETI INSTITUTE in 2024 exceeds $636 thousand.
What is SETI INSTITUTE’s reliance on government grants?
SETI INSTITUTE relied on government grants for more than 30% of their total revenue in 2024.