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Read the 2023 Donor Impact Report

Join the Office of Development as we look back at the incredible work that you helped make possible over the past year. Philanthropic support from the entire National Academies community is the driving force behind our work. Thank you!

PRESIDENTS SPOTLIGHT

NAS President to Give State of the Science Address

Marcia McNutt will deliver the inaugural “State of the Science” address, which will explore the health of the U.S. scientific enterprise and its ability to compete globally and contribute to the nation’s economy, security, public health, and quality of life. The address takes place June 26 in Washington, D.C.

Donor Spotlight

Madni Gift (Further) Advances Transdisciplinary Systems Engineering

Azad M. Madni (NAE '21), recipient of the 2023 Bernard M. Gordon Prize for Innovation in Engineering and Technology Education (Gordon Prize), has generously designated his $250,000 prize winnings back to the National Academy of Engineering (NAE), creating the Azad M. and Carla Madni Fund for Transdisciplinary Systems Engineering.

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About the Office of Development

Mission:The Office of Development carries out the vital task of raising and stewarding philanthropic gifts to support the National Academies. We foster lifelong partnerships by inspiring engagement, matching donor passions, and mobilizing inclusive opportunities to fulfill our mission of providing evidence-based advice to the nation.
 
Vision: We seek to build a culture of philanthropy across the National Academies. 
 
You Make a Difference
 
The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine are independent, non-profit organizations whose work relies on support from generous individuals, foundations, businesses, government, and other organizations. Philanthropy underpins our essential mission: to provide independent, trustworthy advice and facilitate solutions to complex challenges by mobilizing expertise, practice, and knowledge in science, engineering, and medicine.
 
Your support fosters innovation, inspires action around shared priorities, and enriches the careers of outstanding science professionals. The truths that science provides are more important than ever to spark progress and ensure prosperity, security, and well-being for our nation and the world.

Thank You For Your Support

"Thanks to the philanthropic partnership of our members, friends, and sponsors, The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine can provide independent, evidence-based guidance on many critical challenges facing the U.S. and the world. Our partners are increasingly vital as large-scale, complex issues such as climate change, advancing racial equity, and ensuring an inclusive COVID-19 pandemic recovery that benefits all Americans rise to the forefront of the national conversation. Together with your support, science, engineering, and medicine are delivering timely advice and spurring progress on key national priorities and building a more robust, resilient nation and world."

Ways to Give

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Giving Societies

Your financial contribution greatly enhances the impact of the National Academies as advisers to the nation. We recognize the generosity of our donors in several ways that include lifetime, annual, and planned giving societies.

Lifetime Giving Societies

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Great Hall Society

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The Heritage Society

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The Loyalty Society

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Corporate and Foundation Relations

Although many of our activities are requested and funded by Congress and federal agencies, we do not receive direct appropriations from the federal government. Foundations, the private sector, and philanthropy from individuals enable us to address critical issues on behalf of the nation. For more information about corporate and foundation support, contact Alison Purvis, Chief Development Officer at APurvis@nas.edu.
 

Have Questions?

Please read our frequently asked questions about supporting the National Academies and  find out how to connect with us.

1. What is the tax status of the National Academies? 

Gifts and grants are tax-deductible when made to the National Academy of Sciences, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which includes the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine.

The National Academy of Engineering's independent assets and operating funds are held in the National Academy of Engineering Fund (NAEF), a tax-exempt corporation under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. NAEF was created to support the mission and goals of the NAE. Gifts and grants to the NAE/NAEF are tax-deductible.

2. What is the National Academies’ Tax ID Number?

The National Academy of Sciences and National Academy of Medicine’s Tax ID Number is 53-0196932.

The National Academy of Engineering’s Tax ID Number is 23-7284092.

3. What address should I use for mailing a contribution?

Mailed contributions, including donor-advised fund recommendations, should be sent to our secure offsite processing center at: 

National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine
Office of Development
P.O. Box 936138
Atlanta, GA 31193-6135

Please be sure to include the fund where your gift should be directed.

4. Can I give anonymously?

Yes! Please indicate you wish to remain anonymous by noting it on our online donation form or writing it on our mail-in donation form. All donors who qualify for one of our giving societies are listed in Academy publications according to their wishes.

5. Does the National Academies follow a Donor Bill of Rights?

Yes! The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine proudly adhere to a Donor Bill of Rights allowing you as our donor, to have complete confidence that your wishes will be respected.