Foundation

The NC State Natural Resources Foundation, Inc. supports the success of the college through management and stewardship of assets. Members and directors are committed to the future of the college and the future of natural resources industries.

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Investing in the Future

The foundation oversees more than $150 million in assets and supports the college through scholarships, fellowships, professorships, academic programs, research, facility and lab improvements, and various student programs not typically supported through state appropriations.

Guided by a passionate and dedicated board, the foundation empowers students and faculty to become leaders in natural resource solutions. Their commitment to creating a more sustainable, efficient and better world inspires the college to set ambitious goals and achieve them.

About the Foundation

Established in 1929 as the NC Forestry Foundation, Inc., the NC State Natural Resources Foundation, Inc. is the oldest foundation at North Carolina State University. Governed by a 20-member Board of Directors, the Foundation oversees more than $150 million in assets and is dedicated to supporting the college’s needs, particularly through external funding, including:

Scholarships, fellowships and professorships
Operating funds for programs
Advisory and advocacy groups for academic and research programs
Fundraising capability
Management of land holdings
Stewardship of donor gifts and funding support for natural resources advancement

Bylaws and Financials

The NC State Natural Resources Foundation’s bylaws, endowment spending policy, W9, annual audits, tax returns and other legal documents are available for review on the Foundation Accounting and Investments website.