National Academy of Engineering Fund
Naef supports the activities of the national academy of engineering (NAE). NAE operates within the charter and framework of the national academy of sciences (NAS) and advises the federal government on matters of science and technology. NAE also sponsors engineering programs aimed at meeting national needs, encourages education and research, and recognizes engineers' superior achievements.
National Academy of Engineering Fund at a glance
In short: National Academy of Engineering Fund gave $5.7M across 1 grant in 2024 (avg $5.7M), mostly in District of Columbia. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $5,733,358
- +22.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 1
- -83.3% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $5,733,358
- +636.0% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $5,733,358
- Total assets
- $123,476,393
- +8.8% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- District of Columbia (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who National Academy of Engineering Fund funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was National Academy of Sciences ($5.7M).
Grant Size Distribution
14 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $100–250K range: 5 grants of 14 (36%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2024 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
Cities
How National Academy of Engineering Fund gives
- Giving grew 64% from 2021 to 2024. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $3.4M (2020) to $5.7M (2024). In 2024 it made 1 grant totaling $5.7M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Academy of Sciences Washington, DC | Support for NAS Programs | $5,733,358 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $123,476,393 | $10,127,676 | $10,325,419 | $5,733,358 | 1 | $1,501,982 |
| 2023 | $113,441,226 | $8,166,111 | $9,564,828 | $4,674,189 | 6 | $1,290,350 |
| 2022 | $106,510,410 | $6,453,990 | $8,938,082 | $4,989,400 | 2 | $922,544 |
| 2021 | $120,506,771 | $17,493,238 | $6,177,183 | $3,500,229 | 2 | $2,448,626 |
| 2020 | $96,772,994 | $10,361,868 | $6,552,620 | $3,443,674 | 3 | $552,830 |
About National Academy of Engineering Fund
Based on IRS filings
National Academy of Engineering Fund is a public charity focused on Science & Technology, based in Washington, DC. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $123.5M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 1 grant totaling $5.7M. Net investment income was $1.5M.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
National Academy of Engineering Fund is led by John L. Anderson, President of Nae since 2024 (on filings since 2020); none of the 21 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
John L. Anderson
President of Nae
President → President of Nae, 2024
On filings since 2020
37.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Donald C. Winter
Chair
Chairman → Chair, 2021
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Erroll B. Davis Jr.
Chair
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Anjan Bose
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Edward D. Lazowska
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
James O. Ellis
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Robin K. McGuire
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jose G. Santiesteban
Trustee
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Susan L. Graham
Trustee
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Cherry A. Murray
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Dianne Chong
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Elsa Reichmanis
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Fiona M. Doyle
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Geraldine Kntaz
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Ellen M. Pawlikowski
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Roderic I. Pettigrew
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Carol K. Hall
Home Secretary
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Howard B. Rosen
Home Secretary
Trustee → Home Secretary, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Nadine Aubry
International Secretary
Trustee → International Secretary, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Wesley L. Harris
Vice President
Trustee → Trustee & Vice President, 2022
Trustee & Vice President → Vice President, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Roger L. McCarthy
Treasurer
Treasurer From → Treasurer, 2022
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (12)
- Former: Brenda J. Dietrich (2020–2023) — Trustee
- Former: James M. Tien (2020–2023) — International Secretary
- Former: Katharine G. Frase (2020–2023) — Trustee
- Former: Yannis C. Yortos (2020–2023) — Trustee
- Former: Alan I. Taub (2020–2022) — Trustee
- Former: Corale L. Brierley (2020–2022) — Vice President
- Former: Josephine Cheng (2020–2022) — Trustee
- Former: Martin B. Sherwin (2020–2021) — Treasurer
- Former: Frances S. Ligler (2020) — Trustee
- Former: Gordon R. England (2020) — Chairman
- Former: H. Vincent Poor (2020) — Trustee
- Former: Julia M. Phillips (2020) — Home Secretary
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about National Academy of Engineering Fund
How much does National Academy of Engineering Fund give each year?
National Academy of Engineering Fund gave $5.7M across 1 grant in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $4.7M across 6 grants.
How large is National Academy of Engineering Fund?
National Academy of Engineering Fund reported $123.5M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $10.1M.
What is National Academy of Engineering Fund?
National Academy of Engineering Fund is a public charity focused on Science & Technology, based in Washington, DC. It holds $123.5M in total assets as of 2024.
Where does National Academy of Engineering Fund operate?
National Academy of Engineering Fund has awarded grants in California, District of Columbia, Massachusetts, New York.
What is National Academy of Engineering Fund's EIN?
National Academy of Engineering Fund's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 23-7284092. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS September 28, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 2, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS October 13, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 14, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 11, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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