Who we are

IDEA is a nonprofit organization committed to enhancing the public’s knowledge of science and culture.

It’s an exciting time for public education, as traditional business models and methods of delivering information to the public are rapidly evolving. In this new world, IDEA draws on some of the best practices of museums, publishers, software developers, and research labs to deliver a variety of programs via the web and mobile devices that are free to the public or very inexpensive.

We fund our operations with income from membership fees, products and services, advertising, sponsorships, and collaborations. We also occasionally apply for grants to fund large initiatives that are only possible with government support. We design these projects to be self-sustaining long after the funding period, so that they continue to be available to the public.

IDEA was incorporated as a 501(c)(3) organization in 2002. Our full corporate name is the Institute for Dynamic Educational Advancement.

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• Our vision is for society to be more literate in science, culture, and the arts. See more details...

• Our programs incorporate innovative technology, human talent, and a passion for education. See more details...

• Our team draws on diverse backgrounds.