About

NRF Foundation (NRFF) is the research and education arm of the National Retail Federation. A non-profit foundation created in 1981, NRFF conducts industry research, and develops education and training programs and professional industry credentials to help retail associates advance. NRFF research provides the basis for education about the industry and its importance to the economy, and arms industry and government leaders with analyses of public policy decisions on consumers, retailers, and the economy. NRFF also promotes retailing as a career destination through awareness and networking programs for students in schools, colleges, and universities. The Foundation's education and career development efforts, including NRF University wired, the industry's eLearning platform, and National Professional Certifications in Customer Service, Sales, and Retail Management and the Professional Retail Business Credential build a professional and competitive retail workforce.

A Board of Directors comprised of retailers, industry partners, and educators governs the NRF Foundation. The Foundation's activities are funded by annual contributions from retail companies, industry allies, private foundations, and special fundraising events such as the annual BIG Silent Auction. In addition, partnerships with industry allow us to offer research and/or education programs that benefit retailing. NRF Foundation thanks the many companies and partners who have supported the retail industry's education and training arm.

Board of Directors

Supporting the Foundation

Contributing to the NRF Foundation is a solid way to make an investment in retailing's future.
If you would like to support the NRF Foundation and its programs with a tax deductible contribution,
here's how you can help:

1. Donate to NRFF when you pay NRF membership dues. Simply check the box on the membership
   renewal form and send your payment.
   
   
2. Use NRFF training and certification programs for your associates.
   
   
3. Use local NRFF-approved resources for your hiring and training needs.
   
   
4. Sponsor education activities to help promote retail as a career destination.
   
   
5. Sponsor original research.
   
   
6. Make tax deductible donation to: NRF Foundation, 325 7th Street NW, Suite 1100,
   Washington, DC 20004. NRF Foundation is designated as a 501(c)3 public charity by
   the Internal Revenue Service. For verification, visit the IRS website and enter the search
   word NRF in the NAME field, Washington in the CITY field, and DC in the STATE field.
   
   
7. Donate or participate in the BIG Silent Auction at NRF's Big Show.