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SCIENCE FOR AMERICA IS A NON-PROFIT "SOLUTIONS INCUBATOR" THAT BRINGS TOGETHER SCIENTISTS AND TECHNOLOGISTS AND WORKS WITH PARTNERS ACROSS SECTORS TO:-IDENTIFY POTENTIAL GAME-CHANGING SOLUTIONS TO URGENT CHALLENGES, IN …

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70
Integrity Assessment
Strong transparency
70/100 · methodology

About Science for America Inc

Science for America is a solutions incubator to address urgent challenges, driven by an unprecedented alliance of leading philanthropic organizations SFA scientists lay out a blueprint for a national system to facilitate routine “cancer recurrence interception trials.” Read the Press Release BECOME AN SFA FELLOW See more details SFA RELEASES WHITE PAPER ON FUSION ENERGY […]

Founded
Headquarters
Cambridge, MA
Foundation type
Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2))
NTEE code
U20
IRS subsection
501(c)(03)
Ruling date
Size
medium

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

IRS Tax-Deductible since 2022

Mission

Science for america is a non-profit "solutions incubator" that 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.

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
Cause tags
SDG alignment The 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are the global agenda for ending poverty, protecting the planet, and ensuring prosperity by 2030. We tag each charity to the goals its work advances.

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar science & technology in United States
Program spending This charity: 44%
Peer average: 82%
CEO comp as % of revenue This charity: 1.00%
Peer average: 0.48%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 70
Peer average: 90

Concerns

· 1 red flag
High Executive Pay
Top executive compensation is 31.2% of total expenses ($168,408 of $539,172).

Where every $1 goes

· FY2023 · IRS 990 (FY2023)
$0.44
Program$0.44

GiveRadar Analysis

Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations

GiveRadar's verified records show Science for America Inc with a complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the IRS.

  • By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 93% of the 3,150 science & technology charities in the United States with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
  • It has more complete contact information than nearly all similar organizations, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
  • GiveRadar has verified more about this organization than about 70% of the 7,611 science & technology charities in the United States it tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. Most of those have little verified data on record yet. View this cohort
GiveRadar has verified
  • government registration
  • financial records (2 filed years)
  • disclosed leadership
  • a website
  • a contact email
  • third-party accreditation
Not yet verified by GiveRadar
  • a donation page
  • an owner-submitted profile claim

Analysis based on GiveRadar's benchmark dataset of 2026-07-03. It describes what GiveRadar has verified, not a judgment of the organization itself.

Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

Science for America Inc is a registered science & technology nonprofit based in Cambridge, MA, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2022. Its EIN is 882763460. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 70/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $17M in annual revenue. 6 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.

Science for America Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 882763460. This is the organization's IRS tax identification number; you can use it to verify tax-exempt status and to look up its Form 990 filings with the IRS.

Science for America Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 70/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 70 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for science & technology charities in United States is 90/100.

Science for America Inc is located in Cambridge, MA, United States. The organization was established in 2022 and has been active for 4 years.

Based on official tax filings, Science for America Inc has $17M in annual revenue. It allocates 44% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 82% for science & technology charities in United States. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

Science for America Inc is classified as a Science & Technology organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a medium organization. It has $17M in annual revenue. The organization has 6 disclosed officers and directors.

GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for Science for America Inc. Red flags are automatically detected from official data and may include high executive compensation relative to budget, low program spending, or missing financial filings. Red flags do not necessarily mean wrongdoing but indicate areas that may warrant further review before donating.

According to GiveRadar's records, Science for America Inc holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It reports that 44% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 82%). GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.

Science for America is a solutions incubator to address urgent challenges, driven by an unprecedented alliance of leading philanthropic organizations SFA scientists lay out a blueprint for a national system to facilitate routine “cancer recurrence interception trials.” Read the Press Release BECOME AN SFA FELLOW See more details SFA RELEASES WHITE PAPER ON FUSION ENERGY […] Science for America Inc is classified as a science & technology organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2022.

Among science & technology charities registered in United States: It allocates 44% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 82%. Its annual revenue of $17M is comparable to the peer average of $15M.

Yes, donations to Science for America Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Science for America Inc is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 882763460, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.

Annual revenue
$10M-$100M
44% to programs
Source: IRS 990 (FY2023) why this matters
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Filing history

2 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2023): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.

Years on record: FY2023, FY2022.
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Taxes

Tax-deductibility for donors

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Staff & volunteers

From filings and published profiles

Employees
9

Leadership

From FY2023 filing

ER
Eric S L•••••
CHIEF SCIENTIST AND CEO

Officers & trustees (3)

Source: Public filings

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Latest news

From global news sources

10 articles found

From news sources and the organization. Shown for transparency; news never affects the integrity score.

Activity timeline

Filings and press mentions, merged

Celebrate Science & America 250: A Summer Library Adventure - Florida Keys & Key West
Jun 2026
visitfloridakeys.com
America’s Time Capsule includes fabric from the Wright Brother’s plane, whale bone, poker chips, and more - Popular Scie
Jun 2026
www.popsci.com
Without Science, America’s Prosperity Is At Risk - Time Magazine
Mar 2026
time.com
ASICS Launches First U.S. Research Hub in Collaboration with the University of Michigan to Advance Sports Science - アシック
Dec 2025
corp.asics.com
Asics Establishes ‘Institute of Sport Science’ Research Hub at the University of Michigan - WWD
Dec 2025
wwd.com
Science has made America great. Is that era over? - Science News
Nov 2025
www.sciencenews.org
The science America loses via funding, job cuts will be invisible but devastating | Opinion - Bergen Record
Jul 2025
www.northjersey.com
Opinion | The Undermining of Science in America (Published 2025) - The New York Times
Jun 2025
www.nytimes.com
Form filed
$16.8M revenue
FY2023
IRS 990
National Parks in the History of Science: America's First Tropical Marine Laboratory (Video) - National Park Service (.g
Jul 2023
www.nps.gov
Part two: Following the science: America must lead in meeting clear environmental goals - AFRO American Newspapers
Apr 2023
afro.com
Form filed
$0.6M revenue
FY2022
IRS 990

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Cause areas in United States

How many charities work in each area, with this charity's area highlighted.

Human Services 322,679
Education 195,586
Arts & Culture 133,128
Advocacy & Civil Rights 128,026
Religion 114,636
Health 98,862
Community Development 56,086
Youth Development 53,450
Science & Technology this charity 7,612
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Most common causes in United States

Causes charities work on most.

Community Development 235,146
Education 159,016
Religion 103,741
Arts & Culture 101,203
Human Rights 76,926
Health 65,250
Youth Development 47,775
Animal Welfare 32,425

Sources and verification

Registration and legal identity
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
Financial filings
IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2023 most recent on file.
Officers and trustees
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 6 disclosed in the public registry.
News and media coverage
GDELT Project + Google News

Data freshness

Last updated
Jun 12, 2026
Registry checked
Jun 6, 2026
Profile completeness
100%

What we know and don't know

Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.

On record · 10
  • Financial data · FY2023 on record
  • Named leadership · 6 officers on file
  • Executive pay · Disclosed
  • Government registration · Registered with an official registry
  • Mission statement · Published
  • Official website · On record
  • Headquarters address · On file
  • Direct contact · Email or phone published
  • Tax-deductibility · Verified
  • Founding date · 2022
Not available · 1
  • Programs & activities
    No named programs listed by the charity

Methodology

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Quick facts about Science for America Inc

What is Science for America Inc?
Science for America Inc is a science & technology publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Cambridge, United States. Science for America is a solutions incubator to address urgent challenges, driven by an unprecedented alliance of leading philanthropic organizations SFA scientists lay out a blueprint for a national system to facilitate routine “cancer recurrence interception trials.” Read the Press Release BECOME AN SFA FELLOW See more details SFA RELEASES WHITE PAPER ON FUSION ENERGY […]
When was Science for America Inc founded?
Science for America Inc was founded in 2022.
Who leads Science for America Inc?
Eric S Lander serves as CHIEF SCIENTIST AND CEO.
Where is Science for America Inc located?
Headquartered in Cambridge, MA, United States.
What is Science for America Inc's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately $10M-$100M. 44% of expenses go to program services.
Is Science for America Inc trustworthy?
Science for America Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 70 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
What is Science for America Inc's registration number?
IRS EIN: 882763460.
What is Science for America Inc's website?
https://scienceforamerica.org