Easter Island Foundation Explained

The Easter Island Foundation (EIF) is a public 501(c)3 non-profit organization registered in California. The organization is overseen by a volunteer Board of Directors who share an interest in and concern about the culture and history of Rapa Nui (Easter Island) and other Polynesian islands and include a variety of professions with expertise in anthropology, art, education, information technology, management and fundraising. The EIF supports the preservation of the Rapa Nui heritage and culture through education. It was incorporated in 1989 to give back to the community that has inspired the world through its rich history, vibrant culture and monumental archaeological treasures. https://www.easterislandfoundation.org/

Background of the foundation

The Easter Island Foundation (EIF) was organized in 1989 by a group of concerned scientists and interested persons who together were inspired by Polynesia's incomparable archaeological treasures. Among its many projects, the Foundation established the William Mulloy Library on the island and continues to support its operations.

Mission

Easter Island is isolated in the vast Pacific Ocean, halfway between Tahiti and South America. It contains spectacular archaeological wonders, many of which have been studied by scientists from all over the world. Even today, many of its mysteries remain unsolved and much work remains to be done. However, increased tourism, development and lack of infrastructure threaten its priceless heritage.

The Easter Island Foundation (EIF) aims to continue to build a solid endowment to assure the continuation of its projects by preserving this unique isolated island, its archaeological treasures and its living culture.

Objectives of the Foundation

The Foundation's activities

The EIF helps fund archaeological research on Rapa Nui and other Polynesian islands, and provides Rapa Nui students with scholarships for higher education. The EIF also sponsors conferences about Rapa Nui and Polynesia.

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