The Vatican Observatory Foundation’s 2025 Annual Report is now available.
The Vatican Observatory Foundation (VOF) 2025 Annual Report highlights a year of significant leadership transitions, scientific advancement, and financial growth. The foundation continues its mission to support the Vatican Observatory’s research and demonstrate the harmony between faith and science.
The report acknowledges numerous benefactors through its “Circles of Giving,” ranging from the Leo XIII Circle (donations of $500,000+) to the Georges Lemaître Circle ($5,000+), highlighting the Arline and Thomas J. Bannan Foundation and the Jesuit Community as top-tier supporters.

