Individual Giving

Discovery Society

The Foundation for the National Institutes of Health (FNIH) offers individuals a powerful way to make a difference for human health worldwide.  By joining the Discovery Society, members of this distinguished group will receive special acknowledgement, invitations to exclusive events and programs, and other unique benefits.

Explorer ($1,000+)

  • Tour of NIH campus and Clinical Center for you and one guest
  • Invitations to Foundation programs and special events
  • Subscription to Foundation’s online newsletter
  • Recognition of support on Foundation’s website and in annual report

Investigator ($5,000+)

All of the above benefits, plus:

  • Special lunch and tour of NIH campus and Clinical Center for you and three guests
  • Invitation to annual Holiday Luncheon

Pioneer ($10,000+)

All of the above benefits, plus: 

  • Opportunity to name a garden bench at the Edmond J. Safra Family Lodge*
  • Opportunity for your child to participate in Young Scientist Day

Trailblazer ($25,000+)

All of the above benefits, plus:

  • Opportunity to name a small guest suite or gazebo at the Edmond J. Safra Family Lodge*
  • Invitation to annual Board of Directors dinner 

Visionary ($50,000+)

All of the above benefits, plus:

  • Opportunity to name a large guest suite at the Edmond J. Safra Family Lodge* 
  • Invitation to exclusive roundtable discussions with Board of Directors
  • Participation in high-level partnership meetings, briefing sessions, and conference calls on current Foundation programs

Catalyst ($100,000+)

All of the above benefits, plus:

  • Opportunity to name a lounge or hall at the Edmond J. Safra Family Lodge*
  • Lunch and behind-the-scenes tour of NIH campus and Clinical Center with senior NIH leadership
  • Special access at annual mHealth Summit and invitation to exclusive VIP event

To become a Change Agent ($250,000), or to learn more about these opportunities, please contact Caite Gilmore at 301-594-2612 or cgilmore [at] fnih [dot] org

* All naming opportunities will extend throughout the duration of the campaign for the Edmond J. Safra Family Lodge.