SEE Science Center
2021 Goals
SEE’s goal for the 2020-2021 school year is to offer more free programming to students in our region than any prior year. SEE has adapted its programs to include virtual, kit and outreach field trips, which have been pilot tested and evaluated through a federal grant from the Institute for Museum and Library Services. In the coming year, SEE also plans to continue to be an asset for local families. We will continue weekly early learner programs for toddlers and preschool children, offer safe, in-person summer camp experiences and add interactive exhibits to our museum floor.
Mission Statement
SEE Science Center is where everyone can discover the excitement of STEM through fun, hands-on experiences.
Top Funding Sources
In-kind donations: $454,699
Program service fees: $267,424
Fundraising events: $247,775
Memberships: $51,360
Contributions and grants: $22,641
Sale of merchandise: $30,917
Interest and dividends: $1,267
(Approximate values provided for 2019)
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: 12
Annual Revenue: $649,520 (2019 revenue does not include in-kind gift contributions)
Service Locations
Annually, the SEE Science Center welcomes visitors from all 50 states and several foreign countries. SEE’s field trip programs serve students in southern and central New Hampshire and northern Massachusetts.
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 hosts three major fundraising events annually. SEE is planning ahead for a safe 20th Annual Champagne Putt mini-golf tournament in a revised format in Spring 2021, a golf tournament in the summer and our Autumn Evening of Discovery and Giving, an invitation-only event hosted by SEE Science Center Founder Dean Kamen. SEE also hopes to add a fun family event in June. Throughout the year, we also have opportunities for exhibit and inclusion programming sponsorships to help underserved populations within our community.
Giving Opportunities:
SEE welcomes support from the community. Contributions may be given as unrestricted donations, exhibit sponsorships, Inclusion Initiative contributions, major or planned gifts. Individuals donating more than $1,000 annually are recognized as Satellite Donors with special events and recognition. Contributions may be made on the SEE website, via traditional mail or by phone.
Volunteer Opportunities:
There are many ways you can help SEE continue to be an asset in the community. Volunteer positions are listed on the SEE website, including internships, as well as program, development and exhibit volunteers. We also work directly with community organizations and businesses to find projects that meet our shared goals. Call SEE to discuss opportunities.
Board Officers / Board Members
Nick Soggu
Chair, SilverTech, Inc.
Jeff Benson
Vice Chair, Bellwether Community Credit Union
Brendan Duffy
Treasurer, DEKA Research and Development
Roy Tilsley, Esq.
Secretary, Bernstein Shur
Charitable Giving Guide
This profile is part of NH Business Review‘s 2021 Charitable Giving Guide.
To learn more about the Charitable Giving Guide and other New Hampshire nonprofit organizations, please visit www.nhbr.com/CGG.
Andrea Campbell, M.Ed.
Southern NH University
Jo Hendry
Retired Science Educator, Bedford
Julie Kfoury
Central Paper Products
Victoria Marchand
Blackbaud
Bob Tuttle
Technology Center
Val Zanchuk
Graphicast, Inc.
Bob Chang, Ph.D.
Worthen Industries
Kimberly Licciardi, MD
NH Eye Associates
