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Astrobiology Research Trust is a private corporation based in MEMPHIS, TN. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2002. It holds total assets of $60K. Annual income is reported at $80K. Total assets have decreased from $10K in 2011 to $131 in 2024. The foundation is governed by 5 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2024. According to available records, Astrobiology Research Trust has made 4 grants totaling $60K, with a median grant of $15K. Annual giving has grown from $15K in 2020 to $30K in 2022. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
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Astrobiology Research Trust primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 4 grants.
Astrobiology Research Trust has distributed a total of $60K across 4 grants. The median grant size is $15K, with an average of $15K. Individual grants have ranged from $15K to $15K.
Astrobiology Research Trust is a private foundation. To inquire about grants, you can look up the foundation using their EIN (036087161) on GuideStar or contact them directly. Many private foundations have specific application processes that may not be publicly listed.
Astrobiology Research Trust is headquartered in MEMPHIS, TN.
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| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dimitar Sasselov | ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Stan Franklin | ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Lisa K Jennings | ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Alan Lightman | ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| W Brigham Klyce | TRUSTEE/ADVISORY BOARD MBR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
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Total Assets
$131
Fair Market Value
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Net Worth
$131
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Total Grants
4
Total Giving
$60K
Average Grant
$15K
Median Grant
$15K
Unique Recipients
1
Most Common Grant
$15K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chandra WickramasingheTO PURSUE RESEARCH RELATED TO PANSPERMIA, IN KEEPING WITH ASTROBIOLOGY RESEARCH TRUST'S CHARTER. | Wales | $15K | 2022 |
UNION CITY, TN
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