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Adopt A Scientist - Levels of Commitment

There are many levels of commitment

$1,000 gift
Science Intern
  • Receive an annual written report from your scientist.
  • Receive a signed photo of the scientist suitable for framing.
$2,500 gift
Research Associate
  • Receive an annual written report from your scientist.
  • Receive a signed photo of the scientist suitable for framing.
  • Receive a two-hour onsite visit and tour of SETI Institute with your scientist for yourself and one other guest.
$5,000 gift
Research Scientist
  • Receive an annual written report from your scientist.
  • Receive a signed photo of yourself with your scientist suitable for framing.
  • Receive a catered lunch and tour at the SETI Institute with your scientist for yourself and up to three guests.
$25,000 – $100,000 gift
Principal Investigator
  • Become a member of a very rare group which has the opportunity to participate in an expedition! You will also be invited to private events with various scientists during the year of your contribution.
  • Receive one annual written report from your scientist.
  • Receive a signed photo of yourself with your scientist suitable for framing.
  • Receive a catered lunch and tour at the SETI Institute with your scientist for yourself and up to three guests.
  • Get published! Your name will be included in any publication that is part of the project.
    Join your scientist on an expedition that is anywhere from one-half to four days or more in the field. (See scientists’ pages for expedition itinerary.) Travel expenses are donor’s responsibility.

Learn More or Adopt Now

For more information on the Adopt a Scientist program or to adopt a scientist, call us toll FREE at 1-866-616-3617 and ask for Karen Randall