CARNEGIE INSTITUTION OF WASHINGTON

Washington, District of Columbia, 20015 United States

Mission Statement

To encourage, in the broadest and most liberal manner, investigation, research, and discovery and the application of knowledge to the improvement of humankind.

About This Cause

Andrew Carnegie established a unique organization dedicated to scientific discovery “to encourage, in the broadest and most liberal manner, investigation, research, and discovery and the application of knowledge to the improvement of mankind...” The philosophy was and is to devote the institution’s resources to “exceptional” individuals so that they can explore the most intriguing scientific questions in an atmosphere of complete freedom. Carnegie and his trustees realized that flexibility and independence were essential to the institution’s success and that tradition is the foundation of the institution today as it supports basic scientific research. Carnegie is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization.

CARNEGIE INSTITUTION OF WASHINGTON
5251 Broad Branch Road, Nw
Washington, District of Columbia 20015
United States
Phone 202-939-1123
Unique Identifier 530196523