Education (2011 Q2)
Education
Featured beneficiary in the EDUCATION category for second quarter 2011:
NATIONAL CENTER FOR SCIENCE EDUCATION

NATIONAL CENTER FOR SCIENCE EDUCATIONThe National Center for Science Education (NCSE) is a not-for-profit, membership organization that defends and promotes the teaching of evolution in the public schools. The NCSE provides information and resources to schools, parents, and concerned citizens working to keep evolution in public school science education.

We educate the press and public about the scientific, educational, and legal aspects of the creation and evolution controversy, and supply needed information and advice to defend good science education at local, state, and national levels.

Our 4000 members are scientists, teachers, clergy, and citizens with diverse religious affiliations.

What's an FBB ENCORE?

encoreEach year, beneficiaries drawing the highest level of member support and enthusiasm are featured again the following year as Encores. There is no limit to the number of years an organization may receive an "Encore" from the Foundation. After receiving one of the highest vote totals in our member poll, NCSE returns this year as one of eight Encore beneficiaries from 2010.

LEARN MORE ABOUT NATIONAL CENTER FOR SCIENCE EDUCATION
Website: www.ncse.com
YouTube Channel: NatCen4ScienceEd
Facebook: evolution.ncse
Twitter: ncse
Annual Budget: $800,000
ABOUT THE SELECTION PROCESS

Foundation Beyond Belief highlights ten charitable organizations per quarter. Among other considerations, beneficiaries are chosen for efficiency, effectiveness, moderate size (annual budget under $10 million), compatibility with humanist focus on mutual care of this world and this life, and geographic diversity. All categories feature secular organizations with the exception of "Challenge the Gap," which gives members the option of supporting one progressive, non-proselytizing religious organization each quarter.

Active members can help us choose future beneficiaries by researching and nominating charities and by discussing, debating, and advocating for the causes of their choice through our social network and discussion forums. Final decisions are made by the Board, but collective member input is among the most important considerations.

 
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