Contact:

Frederick H.C. Hotchkiss

Director

P.O. Box 1016

131 Fuller Rd.

Vineyard Haven, MA   02568

T:  508.693.3122

E:  hotchkiss@mprinstitute.org

www.mprinstitute.org

Founded:  August 2004

Mission:

Education, research and public involvement in marine and paleobiological sciences, and preservation of our world fossil heritage.

Major Programs:

Research Activities

MPRI has active collaborative research projects with scientists in the USA, Canada, Czech Republic and Poland.

Fossil Heritage Activities

Preserving our world fossil heritage for education, museum exhibits and research. In 2005, acquired 44 specimens and donated 20 specimens to public institutions for research, education and/or display.

Educational Activities
Developing and maintaing a website to be an educational resource, to communicate with the public, and foster the mission.

Public Involvement

Serve the community and engage young people and the interested public in preserving our fossil heritage and participating in marine and paleobiological sciences.

501(c)(3)?  Yes

Form 990 Filed?  Yes

Basic Financial Information:  as of 12/31/05

Total Income:  $5,434

Total Expenses:  $3,432

Total Assets:   $4,317

Total Liabilities:   $165

Board Members:
Dr. Frederick Hotchkiss
James F. Clark
Dr. George L. Babich