Support Discovery Science at Whitehead Institute

At Whitehead Institute, scientists pursue fundamental questions about how biological systems work. This early-stage, high-impact research often lays the groundwork for breakthroughs in medicine, technology, and beyond—but it depends on philanthropic support.

To give via mail, please mail checks to:
Whitehead Institute
Office of Institutional Advancement
455 Main Street
Cambridge, MA 02142

Questions? Please contact Mary Sullivan, marysull@wi.mit.edu.
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Your gift to Whitehead’s unrestricted fund provides the flexibility to pursue high-risk, high-reward research, respond quickly to emerging discoveries, and invest in early-stage ideas before traditional funding pathways recognize their potential. This support fuels innovation across the Institute.
The Whitehead Fellows Program sits at the heart of the Institute’s educational mission. By supporting early-stage scientists at pivotal moments in their career, this fund helps launch independent research careers and cultivate the next generation of scientific leaders.

Whitehead’s education and outreach programs connect scientists with students, educators, and the broader community—from middle school classrooms to graduate training. Your support expands access to high-quality science education and fosters scientific curiosity across generations.
To learn about specific opportunities to support Whitehead Institute initiatives, please call or email Margaret Fala, VP External Affairs, at  610-283-7573  or  mfala@wi.mit.edu.