Working on our life insurance paperwork today, I realized that my third beneficiary (after my wife and daughter, of course!) is left blank. I remember the agent asking me to fix this, but didn’t do so as, well, you know… life.
Anyway, I’m looking for some “charities” (for want of a better word) that meet the following criteria:
Scientific
… but not medical-related
Research or exploration based
… “charities” that are forward-looking are more my style than charities that are dealing with current problems
… FYI, my biggest scientific interests are space/astronomy/cosmology related
For example, a reputable group that is, say, looking for ways to mine asteroids would be great.
For all I know, there’s very little out there that meet the above criteria. But I doubt it - and I only need one.
Any suggestions? Favorite groups that meet the above criteria? Other thoughts?
Thanks, everybody, for your suggestions. I have decided to make the third beneficiary the X-Prize Foundation, specifying that the funds be earmarked for their Exploration division.
Again, thanks to all of you for your suggestions, especially to araminty’s Charity Navigator link.
