Wright-Ingraham Institute
Wright-Ingraham Institute, founded in 1970 and headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, is a nonprofit organization in the Civic and Social Organizations industry. It focuses on integrated studies of natural and cultural systems through educational programs, research, and grants.
History
The Wright-Ingraham Institute was founded in 1970 and operates as a non-profit organization. It is headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, and has a small team of nine employees. The organization focuses on building knowledge through integrated studies, emphasizing the connections between natural and cultural systems.
Sector
The Wright-Ingraham Institute operates within the Civic and Social Organizations industry. It engages in various educational and research programs that address critical ecological and cultural dynamics. The organization collaborates with universities, colleges, tribes, and other educational entities to promote interdisciplinary studies.
Programs
The institute runs several key programs, including the Field Stations program, Grants program, and StudyTank program. The Field Stations program, revived in 2022, offers immersive summer workshops and integrates various tools from planning and design, ecological arts, and environmental humanities. The Grants program supports organizations addressing climate change and wildlife conservation, while the StudyTank program engages multi-disciplinary researchers to tackle critical issues.
Grants
The Grants program at the Wright-Ingraham Institute has awarded over $550,000 to more than 80 organizations since 2012. It includes several specific grants such as the Elizabeth W. Ingraham Grant, which focuses on human and natural system interactions, the Richard T. Parker Grant for research in science and environmental education, and Sustaining Grants for organizations aligned with the institute's mission.
Field Stations Program
The Field Stations program is an interdisciplinary initiative that emphasizes scientific observation and community engagement. It includes activities such as data collection, drawing, photography, and GIS visualization. Participants are encouraged to develop their own projects that explore ecological and cultural dynamics, fostering critical inquiry and insights.