Mission
Chartered by Congress, the Wilson Center serves as the nation's key non-partisan policy forum for tackling global issues through independent research and open dialogue to inform actionable ideas for Congress, the administration, and the broader policy community.
Basic Information
Address
1300 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, District of Columbia, 20004
View all Washington charitiesFounded in
1968
EIN
52-1067541
Total Assets
$61.68 million
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
At a Glance

Annual Report 2023
The 2023 Annual Report details the Wilson Center's scholarship-driven, nonpartisan analysis that provided critical context to the world's most pressing challenges.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) Council supports Wilson Center's mission by promoting understanding through independent research.

50 Years of Impact
A commemorative look into the 50 years of impactful work at the Wilson Center.
Upcoming Events

Book Talk | Putin's Revenge: Why Russia Invaded Ukraine
2024-12-03
A discussion on the motivations behind Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
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Vietnam's American War: A New History
2024-12-09
Join Pierre Asselin for a discussion on the historical narratives of the Vietnam War.
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Bridging the Gap in Women's Health Research
2024-12-10
An event discussing new research areas in women's health.
Learn MoreOur Programs

Maternal Health Initiative
Dedicated to improving the lives of women, adolescents, and children around the world.
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Environmental Change and Security Program
Explores connections between environmental change, health, and population dynamics.
Learn MoreMIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
72
64
/100
Program Expense Ratio
74.37%
10
/20
Program Revenue Growth
0.00%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.04924
20
/20
Working Capital Ratio
1.423
12
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0.00449
20
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2021
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
Category | Amount | Percentage |
---|---|---|
Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 22.09M | 169.24% |
Program Services | 0 | 0.00% |
Investment Income | -9.119M | -69.88% |
Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
Other Notable Sources | 14.04K | 0.11% |
Total Revenue | 13.05M | 100.00% |
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