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“$3,000,000 to Lewis Center for Educational Research for Lewis Center for Education Research”

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Recipient Web Site:  Recipient Address:  (Flag)
17500 Mana Road
Apple Valley, CA
92307
Recipient address as provided by Sponsor(s): (courtesy of Taxpayers for Common Sense)
17500 Mana Road Apple Valley, CA
Short Description of Recipient Organization: 
The Lewis Center for Educational Research, formerly the Apple Valley Science and Techology Center, was conceptualized by Rick Piercy, a former kindergarten teacher. Since opening in 1990, the center has hosted more than 100,000 students, teachers and parents participating in outreach programs, clubs and other educational activities. The Lewis Center continues to provide hands-on instructional programs to students and the community.
Are Top Personnel Listed on the Site? 
Yes
Is the Project Mentioned on the Site? 
Yes
Does the Recipient have Federal Contracts? 
No
Does the Recipient have Federal Grants? 
No
Have employees of the recipient collectively contributed more than $20,000 to candidates for federal office during the current and last election cycle?: 
No
Does a sponsoring member take credit? 
No
Did the recipient hire federal lobbyists? 
No
URL of Lobbying Data from OpenSecrets 
N/A
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