SEE Science Center
2020 Goals
Develop and implement middle school field trip program introducing participants to human biology and bioengineering. Establish field trip relationships with new schools in northern Massachusetts and throughout New Hampshire. Raise $1,000,000 to support the mission and programs at the SEE Science Center. Increase admissions by 15%, increase group tours by 15%, increase special programs by 15%, and increase special events by 10%.
Mission Statement
SEE Science Center is where everyone can discover the excitement of STEM through fun, hands-on experiences. SEE is an educational resource for families, teachers and groups.
Top Funding Sources
Special Events: 25%
Admissions: 25%
Membership: 15%
Individuals: 10%
Year Established: 1984 SEE was established as a component program of Southern NH Services, 2011 SEE Science Center became an independent IRS designated 501(c)(3) organization
Employees: 5 full time, 10 part time
Annual Revenue: $1,094,406
Service Locations
Manchester, NH
Contact
Peter Gustafson
Operations Director
200 Bedford St.
Manchester, NH 03101
603-669-0400
pete@see-sciencecenter.org
www.see-sciencecenter.org
Fundraising Events
SEE offers a menu of memorable experiences for adult supporters and donors. The Champagne Putt is a science-themed indoor mini-golf tournament amongst the exhibits at SEE and Game Show Nite, also at the Science Center, puts a buzz-in spin on the traditional trivia contest — both give adults a chance to have fun while supporting the Center’s mission and programs. A traditional Classic Golf Tournament is offered every spring. Autumn brings the Evening of Discovery and Giving invitation-only event, hosted by SEE Science Center founder, Dean Kamen at his home in Bedford, NH.
Giving Opportunities
SEE Science Center welcomes support from the community through its Annual Fund where contributions may be made via traditional mail, phone or the SEE website. Family and corporate memberships are available through the website and phone. Opportunities are available to sponsor exhibits & classrooms, field trip bussing, Science on Tap, Summer Camp Scholarships, and Major Gifts and Planned Gifts are welcome. Call SEE for additional info.
Volunteer Opportunities
There are many ways to help the SEE Science Center continue to be an asset in the community. A few include: helping on the exhibit floor by interacting with visitors and keeping the science center clean and friendly, assisting with special events and special projects as they arise. SEE can use your time and talents. Call SEE to discuss opportunities and to apply (for ages 16 and up).
Charitable Giving Guide
This profile is part of NH Business Review‘s 2020 Charitable Giving Guide.
To learn more about the Charitable Giving Guide and other New Hampshire nonprofit organizations, please visit www.nhbr.com/CGG.
Board Officers / Board Members
Nick Soggu
Chair
SilverTech, Inc.
Brendan Duffy
Treasurer
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Roy Tilsley, Esq.
Secretary
Bernstein-Shur
Craig Ahlquist
Entrepreneur
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Darby Bruno
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Bob Chang, Ph.D.
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Jo Hendry
Retired Science Educator-Bedford
Julie Kfoury
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Kimberly Licciardi, MD
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Victoria Marchand
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Bob Tuttle
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Val Zanchuk
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