named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Churchill Scholarship
Funds up to 16 U.S. students annually for one year of Master’s study in science, mathematics, or engineering at the University of Cambridge, including tuition, stipend, travel, and health fees
Kanders Churchill Scholarship
Supports up to two U.S. students annually pursuing a Master’s in Public Policy at Cambridge with a background in STEM, focusing on science policy training and leadership
Science Communication Workshop
Provides Churchill Scholars with training in communicating scientific research to broad audiences
Science Policy Seminar
Equips Scholars with foundational knowledge and skills in science policy to enhance future impact
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Recognition and Awards Programs 2 activities
- Establishing named awards to recognize specific scholarly contributionsCreated the annual Simpson Churchill Scholar award to honor a Churchill Scholar whose research aligns with Jerry Simpson's work in neuroscience and physiology.
- Recognizing excellence in scholar nomination and mentorshipConfers the annual Churchill Adviser Award to individuals who have demonstrated sustained excellence in identifying, recommending, or nominating exceptional STEM students for the Churchill Scholarship program.
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Endowment and Gift Fund Management 1 activity
- Administering nomination and institutional partnerships for the Churchill ScholarshipManages a network of 134 participating U.S. institutions authorized to nominate candidates for the Churchill Scholarship, overseeing an annual application and nomination cycle with defined deadlines.
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Industry-Specific Student Scholarships and Competitions 1 activity
- Awarding Churchill Scholarships for graduate study at the University of CambridgeProvides up to 18 annual scholarships for American students pursuing one year of Master's or PhD study in science, mathematics, engineering, and science policy at the University of Cambridge. The award includes full funding for tuition, travel, visa and health fees, a stipend above UK Research Council levels, and eligibility for a $4,000 special research grant, with total value exceeding $80,000.
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Guided Historic Site Tours 1 activity
- Facilitating legacy and historical engagement for Churchill ScholarsOrganizes guided visits to historic sites including Chartwell and the Churchill War Rooms to connect scholars with Sir Winston Churchill’s legacy, enhancing their educational experience in the UK.
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Cancer Research Funding 1 activity
- Funding specialized research and academic initiatives linked to Churchill ScholarsSupports targeted research opportunities including a reverse-flow bursary enabling Cambridge students to conduct research in the United States, and funds research that has contributed to advancements such as proteasome inhibitors for multiple myeloma and functional MRI development.
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Leadership Development Programs 1 activity
- Providing leadership and professional development programming for Churchill ScholarsOffers science communication workshops, public engagement training, and science policy seminars to Churchill Scholars during their tenure at Cambridge, fostering leadership development in STEM fields.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$3.10M
Contributions & grants$805K26%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$2.29M74%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$2.15M
Program expenses88%
Admin / overhead9%
Fundraising3%
Salaries & benefits$434K
Grants paid out$1.51M
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$27.88M
Cash$2.80M
Investments$25.02M
Liabilities$861K
Net assets$27.02M
Liquid reserves155.3 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +102.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| MICHAEL A MORSE | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $371K |
board members · 20
- BRADBURY DYER III — BOARD MEMBER
- DAME ATHENE DONALD — BOARD MEMBER
- DANIEL WESLEY — BOARD MEMBER
- DAVID D BURROWS — TREASURER
- DEBORAH LOEB BRICE — BOARD MEMBER
- DMITRY GREEN — BOARD MEMBER
- ELANA S BRONSON ESQ — BOARD MEMBER
- ELIZABETH D MANN — PRESIDENT
- EMMA SOAMES — BOARD MEMBER
- FRANCIS J DOYLE III — BOARD MEMBER
- JAMES A FITZPATRICK JR ESQ — SECRETARY
- MARIO J GABELLI — BOARD MEMBER
- NICHOLAS NACLERIO — BOARD MEMBER
- PATRICK A GERSCHEL — CHAIRMAN
- PROFESSOR MARK GERSTEIN — BOARD MEMBER
- RANDOLPH LS CHURCHILL — BOARD MEMBER
- THOMAS A RUSSO — BOARD MEMBER
- WARREN B KANDERS — BOARD MEMBER
- WILLIAM F FEEHERY — BOARD MEMBER
- WILLIAM L BERNHARD — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 26
Who they work with
- American Chemical Society Partner — Professional society led by a Churchill Scholar (Thomas Connelly, Jr.) as CEO.
- American Institute of Chemical Engineering Partner — Professional society where a Churchill Scholar (Deborah Grubbe) serves as President.
- American Physical Society Partner — Professional society led by a Churchill Scholar (Jonathan Bagger) as CEO.
- Baylor University Partner — Works with Baylor University through its Campus Representative, Dr. Andrew Hogue, to nominate students for the Churchill Scholarship.
- Cambridge University Partner — Hosts Churchill Scholars for independent research at its academic departments and laboratories.
- Churchill College Partner — Academic home for Churchill Scholars at the University of Cambridge, with a focus on STEM disciplines.
- Clemson University Health Research Partner — Employs a Churchill Scholar specializing in emergency medicine.
- Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences Partner — Host institution where a Churchill Scholar (Frank Doyle) serves as Dean and holds leadership roles.
- Harvard Medical School Partner — Hosted a former Churchill Scholar in a faculty position and elected him to the National Academy of Medicine.
- Harvard University Partner — Collaborates with Harvard through its Campus Representative, Mr. Gregory A. Llacer, to nominate candidates for the Churchill Scholarship.
- Massachusetts General Hospital Partner — Employed a Churchill Scholar who developed fMRI techniques for detecting regional brain activity.
- NYU Langone Health Partner — Employer of Jerry Simpson, Professor Emeritus in the Department of Neuroscience and Physiology
- NYU Langone Health Partner — Employs a Churchill Scholar specializing in pediatric cardiology.
- New York Times Partner — Published obituary for former Chairman Patrick Gerschel.
- Pomona College Partner — Collaborates with Pomona College through Professor Malkiat Johal to support student nominations for the Churchill Scholarship.
- Princeton University Partner — Works with Princeton University through Dr. Peter I. Bogucki to nominate high-achieving STEM students for the Churchill Scholarship.
- UC-San Diego Partner — Host institution where a Churchill Scholar (Elizabeth Simmons) serves as Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs.
- UC-San Diego Partner — Partners with UC-San Diego through Professor Weg Ongkeko to identify and support candidates for the Churchill Scholarship.
- University of Cambridge Partner — Host institution for Churchill Scholars pursuing MPhil or MASt degrees in science, mathematics, and engineering.
- University of Cambridge Partner — Host institution for Churchill Scholars; provides academic placement and supervision for scholarship recipients.
- University of Cambridge Partner — Host institution where Churchill Scholars pursue graduate study
- University of Maryland/College Park Partner — Collaborates with the university through its Campus Representative, Dr. Francis DuVinage, to identify and nominate Churchill Scholarship candidates.
- University of Minnesota/Twin Cities Partner — Partners with the University of Minnesota through Dr. Timothy S. Jones to identify and nominate Churchill Scholarship recipients.
- University of Pennsylvania Partner — Partners with the university through its former Campus Representative, Dr. Wallace Genser, to promote and nominate candidates for the Churchill Scholarship.
- Virginia Commonwealth University Partner — Employs a Churchill Scholar as Director of the Huntington Disease Program.
- Williams College Partner — Engages with Williams College through Professor Steven J. Miller to mentor and nominate students for the Churchill Scholarship.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Strengthen U.S.-UK Scientific Collaboration Through STEM Immersion 24 orgsmethodology: stem_college_immersionBy funding U.S. graduate students in sciences, engineering, and mathematics to study at the University of Cambridge, we strengthen bilateral academic collaboration and advance innovation, because immersive training in a world-leading research ecosystem amplifies long-term scientific impact.shared approach: Academic Exchange as Capacity Building →
- Enable High-Risk, High-Reward Research Through Protected Academic Freedom 4 orgsmethodology: high-risk-high-reward research incubationBy relieving scholars of teaching and coursework obligations and placing them in non-hierarchical, collaborative research environments at Cambridge, we produce breakthrough research, because freedom from career consequences and exposure to interdisciplinary collaboration fosters ambitious, innovative inquiry.shared approach: Autonomy-Driven Innovation →
- Invest in Excellence-First Research Talentmethodology: excellence-first leadership developmentBy selecting scholars based on academic and research excellence rather than leadership or ambassadorial qualities, we produce future leaders in STEM, because disciplinary mastery and high-impact potential emerge most reliably from a foundation of rigorous scientific achievement.