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The Academy Foundation is the only charitable organization devoted exclusively to enhancing public health through supporting and advancing the nutrition and dietetics through research, scholarships, and other philanthropic programs.

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Celebrating Impact: The Foundation is Turning 60!

In October of this year, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation turns 60, and we have so much to celebrate. Since 1966, generations of donors, volunteers, partners, and nutrition and dietetics professionals have come together around a shared belief: investing in our profession can change lives. As we look back on the Foundation’s impact over the last year, it’s clear that this spirit of generosity and possibility is stronger than ever.

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FNCE 2026

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Foundation Events at FNCE®

Each year at FNCE®, the Academy Foundation brings together donors, volunteers, leaders, students, members, and friends of the profession to celebrate impact and advance opportunities in nutrition and dietetics. Participation in Foundation events helps support the programs that strengthen the profession and the communities dietitians serve. Because the Foundation is funded solely through the generosity of donors and does not receive any portion of Academy member dues, your support at FNCE® helps make this work possible.
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Help Fuel What Comes Next

As we celebrate 60 years of Foundation leadership, generosity and impact, we are reminded that this work has always been powered by people who believe in giving back to the profession. Gifts to our Annual Sustaining Fund help us continue investing in students, practitioners, researchers, and leaders through scholarships, fellowships, awards, research and professional opportunities. It also provides flexible support that allows the Foundation to respond where the need is greatest. Make a gift today.
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Foundation Sweater and T-Shirt for FNCE 2026

Foundation at FNCE®

Exclusive FNCE® Crewneck Sweatshirt Benefiting the Foundation

Take home a piece of FNCE® 2026 with our limited-edition commemorative crewneck sweatshirt, available for $60. Featuring the FNCE® logo on the front and an exclusive San Antonio design on the back, it is a cozy keepsake you will want to wear long after the conference ends. Your purchase also benefits the Foundation. Supplies are limited, so pre-purchase by adding one to your registration! A limited number will be available for purchase at our booth onsite.

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Help Fuel What Comes Next

Your gift has the power to fuel what's next. By supporting the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation Sustaining Fund you provide essential, flexible support that strengthens the Foundation's long-term impact while empowering students, practitioners, researchers and leaders to advance our profession.

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