Our Mission
The purpose of the Subterranean Ecology Institute, Inc. (SEI) is to study, document, and conserve subterranean ecosystems in Illinois, the United States, and throughout the world, to the benefit of society through education and outreach.
Who we are and what we do
SEI is a federal 501(c)3 non-profit incorporated in the state of Illinois, but with global operations. We collaborate with like-minded and complementary organizations and individuals in pursuit of our mission. SEI does not have members, but as the organization grows, we hope there will be opportunities for volunteers to participate in some of our activities. All staff – directors, officers, and volunteers – donate their time, no one recieves a salary. The president has a Ph.D. in zoology, with 20 years of experience in biospeleology, and our staff includes professionally trained biospelologists, educators, and expedition cavers.
Our projects page contains more information about some of the exciting projects we are involved in.
Annual Reports
Download our 2018 annual report (928 Kb).
Download our 2013 annual report (4.9 Mb).
Download our 2012 annual report (1.9 Mb).
Download our 2011 annual report (7.3 Mb).
IRS Determination Letter
Documentation of our 501(c)3 status (152 kb). Note we are no longer at the address listed in this documentation letter, please reach out to us via email.
Contracts
The Subterranean Ecology Institute’s indirect cost recovery (=ICR, =overhead, =facilities & administration) rate is 15%. SEI holds a DUNS number and is registered as a vendor with the United States System for Award Management (SAM).
How to reach us
Send an email to: info@cavelife.org
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