Mission
Project Pericles is a vibrant consortium of colleges and universities that promotes civic engagement within higher education, focusing on integrating civic education into academic and community experiences. Founded by Eugene M. Lang, the program emphasizes the development of students not just for careers, but also for active participation in democracy and societal challenges, such as climate change, economic justice, and race and inequality.
Basic Information
Tax-Exempt
Founded in
2000
EIN
13-4097541
Total Assets
$4.68 million
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
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At a Glance
Empowering Student Voices
Students take the lead in advocating for civic issues through debate and community projects.
Innovative Faculty Programs
Faculty across disciplines develop courses that integrate civic engagement into their teaching.
Community Impact Projects
Periclean colleges work on projects that address pressing community issues, fostering local partnerships.
Impact Stats
100
Number of awards given
Civic Engagement Fellowship
Awarded $1,000 grants to faculty and staff to utilize civic engagement resources, promoting voter engagement and social responsibility.
29
Number of participating colleges and universities
Periclean Faculty Leadership Program
Supported faculty across various disciplines to develop civic engagement syllabi, enhancing the curriculum with civic responsibilities.
2000
Number of student participants
Debating for Democracy
Engaged students in advocacy skills focusing on civic engagement through competition and community involvement.
Past Events
Annual Conference on Civic Engagement
2023-10-23
A gathering of Periclean colleges to discuss innovative civic engagement strategies.
Debating for Democracy Competition
2023-04-15
Celebration of student advocacy in democracy through debate contests.
Upcoming Events
Civic Engagement Workshop
2024-09-15
An interactive workshop focusing on enhancing civic engagement in curricula.
Learn MoreOur Programs
Periclean Faculty Leadership Program
Supports faculty in developing civic engagement curricula across various disciplines.
Learn More
Volunteer Opportunities
Civic Engagement Fellow
Participate in initiatives that promote voter engagement and social responsibility.
Learn MoreTestimonials
"Project Pericles stands as a testament to the role that education plays in fostering engaged citizens."
Eugene M. Lang
Founder
Impact Reports
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
54
52
/100
Program Expense Ratio
76.83%
10
/20
Program Revenue Growth
0.00%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.004268
20
/20
Working Capital Ratio
6.844
18
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2022
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
| Category | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 1.099M | 88.53% |
| Program Services | 0 | 0.00% |
| Investment Income | 137K | 11.04% |
| Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 5.208K | 0.42% |
| Other Notable Sources | 95 | 0.01% |
| Total Revenue | 1.242M | 100.00% |
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