The National Academies rely on private funding -- from individuals, companies, foundations, and other philanthropies -- to initiate key studies and projects that are important for the future well-being of our society. Work funded by private sources is conducted according to the same strict, rigorous, and impartial processes that guide every National Academies activity.

Private funding also allows the Academies to share their knowledge with people in communities, businesses, health care facilities, and academic institutions.

	Making Your Gift – Make a donation online or learn more about the ways you can give, including gifts of stock and bequests.			Annual Fund and Special Appeals Enable the NAS, NAE, & IOM to initiate independent activities for which there are pressing needs.
	Estate Planning - Use our information sources and tools to facilitate your estate planning and planned giving decisions.			Foundation Gateway and Philanthropy Horizons – A National Academies resource for the foundation community.
	Use your IRA as never before. See how the NEW Pension Protection Act can impact your philanthropy.			Shaping the Future – The Campaign for the National Academies 1997-2004 Final Report.

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