At NuSI we are doing something that has never been done before and we want you to become part of the story. Join us and help change the world.

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The Nutrition Science Initiative funds independent research capable of reducing the economic and social burden of obesity and obesity related chronic disease. We are demanding that the quality of science in nutrition and obesity research be improved now, today. But we need your help.

Our goal is to spend 90% of every dollar raised directly on the funding of the most rigorous scientific experiments science can produce. This means for every dollar you give to NuSI you are actually moving the needle of obesity and diabetes research. Your support will make the difference.

NuSI is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.






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Other ways to give

Listed below are many of the ways our donors choose to give. If you have any questions regarding your gift, please contact us at (858) 914-5400 or email us at info@nusi.org.

By mail or check

Please make your check payable to Nutrition Science Initiative and send it to the addresses listed below. Be sure to note in the memo line if you would like your gift designated to a specific fund.

If your contribution is being made in honor of or in memory of someone special, please provide the name of the honoree and the person(s) (name and address) who should be notified of your gift. The amount of your donation will not be communicated with the person you are honoring.

Nutrition Science Initiative
Department of Development
6020 Cornerstone Ct. W, Suite 240
San Diego, CA 92121

Employee matching gift (matching funds)

Some corporations and small businesses will match its employees’ charitable contributions.  Usually associated with corporate grantmakers, employee matching gifts often are dollar-for-dollar, but some companies will give double or even triple the original donation. Some companies may also give matching gifts for employees’ volunteer efforts.  Procedures vary with each company. Typically, individuals must submit forms to their employers and acquire the EIN number of NuSI.  (Which you can do by emailing info@nusi.org.)

We suggesting asking your human resources department for more information.

Honorarium or memorial gift

We celebrate honorarium and memorial gifts as an incredible way to memorialize or honor someone special with a donation gift that truly makes a difference. Your confidential gift will be acknowledged with a limited edition NuSI card sent to the honoree or a family member. As the donor, you will receive a confirmation card noting your gift has been delivered. This is a tremendous way to remember someone, say thank you, or acknowledge a celebration such as a birthday or holiday.

Planned giving

A planned gift can truly make a difference in the fight against disease. If you would like to find out how to protect your income during your lifetime and make a major contribution to the health of our families, our community, and our world after the income is no longer needed, please contact us.


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