Vilcek Foundation
The Vilcek Foundation raises awareness of immigrant contributions to the United States, and fosters appreciation of the arts and sciences. The foundation's flagship programs include the Vilcek Foundation Prizes, which recognize and support immigrant contributions to American arts, biomedical science, and society. The foundation is also the designated steward of the art collection assembled by founders Jan and Marica Vilcek, comprising holdings in American modernism, Native American pottery, pre Columbian objects, and contemporary art.
| Founded | 2000 |
|---|---|
| Founder | Jan and Marica Vilcek |
| Focus | Arts, biomedical science, immigration |
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Key people | Jan Vilcek (Co-founder), Marica Vilcek (Co-founder), Rick Kinsel (President) |
Revenue (2014) | $19,837,752 |
| Expenses (2014) | $4,822,527 |
| Website | www.vilcek.org |
The Foundation was established in 2000 by Jan and Marica Vilcek, immigrants from the former Czechoslovakia. The mission of the Foundation was inspired by the couple's respective careers in biomedical science and art history, as well as their personal experiences and appreciation for the opportunities offered them as newcomers to the United States.