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JOIN / SUPPORT TRB
As TRB’s reach continues to grow, we are working to become more diverse in our partnerships, more inclusive of
new stakeholders, and more global in our outlook. As one of six major program divisions of the National Academies
of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, our mission is to provide leadership in transportation innovation
and progress through research and information exchange, conducted within a setting that is objective, interdisciplinary,
and multimodal.
This innovation cannot occur without the participation of more than 8,000 engineers, scientists, and other transportation
researchers and practitioners from the public and private sectors and academia, all who contribute their
expertise in the public interest by participating on TRB committees, panels, and task forces. Others get
involved and support TRB activities as TRB Global Affiliates, by participating in TRB sponsored conferences,
workshops and webinars, authoring technical papers, contract research reports, and much more. All of this
work culminates at our Annual Meeting, which attracts the more than 14,000 transportation professionals
that are representative of the broader TRB community.
The tabs below highlight several exciting ways that TRB seeks to launch and support new programs and
initiatives, including a revamped Global Affiliate program, TRB Forums, and expanded
opportunities to participate in the Annual Meeting.
There are several ways for TRB and its constituents to develop a mutually beneficial partnership. Below are options to be involved and support TRB.
TRB BOARDS AND FORUMS
Marine Board
The Marine Board identifies research needs and provides a forum for exchange of information relating to new technologies, laws and regulations, economics, the environment, and other issues affecting the marine transportation system, port operations, coastal engineering, and marine governance. Formed in 1965, the Marine Board is an internationally recognized source of expertise on maritime transportation and marine engineering and technology. In response to requests from sponsoring agencies or on its own initiative, the Marine Board serves the national interest by providing evaluations and advice concerning the ability of the nation's marine and maritime industries to operate safely and efficiently and in an environmentally responsible manner.
As part of TRB, the Marine Board both enhances and is supported by TRB's standing committees, particularly those involved with ports and channels, inland water transport, planning, and the environment. The Marine Board coordinates and works closely with other boards of the National Academies in areas of mutual interest.
Marine Board Sponsors
Contact Information
For more information visit the Marine Board website or contact Marine Board Staff Director, Scott Brotemarkle.
Forum on Preparing for Automated Vehicles and Shared Mobility
The National Academies/TRB Forum on Preparing for Automated Vehicles and Shared Mobility (Forum on AVs and Shared Mobility) was formed in 2017 to bring together public, private and research organizational partners to discuss, identify, and facilitate fact-based research needed to deploy automated vehicles and shared mobility services in a manner and timeframe that informs policy to best meet long-term goals, and to share perspectives on these issues. The long-term goals include increasing safety, reducing congestion, enhancing accessibility, increasing sustainability, and encouraging economic development and equity.
Forum on AVs and Shared Mobility Sponsors
- AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety
- Alta Planning & Design
- Auto Alliance
- CalTrans and California DMV
- Cubic Transportation Systems
- Econolite
- Florida Department of Transportation
- Ohio Department of Transportation
- Maricopa County Department of Transportation
- Michigan Department of Transportation
- New York Department of Transportation
- Texas A&M Transportation Institute
- U.S. Department of Transportation
- University of California ITS
- University of Michigan & American Center for Mobility
- Virginia Department of Transportation
- Washington State Transportation Commission
- WSP USA
For more information visit the AV/SM Forum website or contact Mark Norman or Patrice Davenport.
THE TRB GLOBAL AFFILIATE PROGRAM
You and your organization are cordially invited to become a Global Affiliate of the Transportation
Research Board (TRB) of the National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine and help
support the way the world travels, ship goods, and connects.
As a TRB Global Affiliate, your organization will be helping to support the volunteer work of thousands of transportation leaders
and professionals at all levels of government, the private sector, and academia working collectively
to promote progress in transportation through innovation and research.
In appreciation for their support, Global Affiliate organizations receive a selection of TRB services and products.
These include opportunities for participation in selected programs, access to knowledge,
and exposure of their organization to the TRB community. Global Affiliate packages are designed to match the specific interests
and needs of various size organizations.
Through research management TRB helps foster transportation
technology and services. Its publications and online resources address valuable
information regarding virtually any issue related to transportation. Through its
convening activities, TRB brings together bright and diverse minds to explore and
advance knowledge on challenges facing the transportation community. Through its
advising role, TRB develops policy studies that tackle complex and often controversial
issues of national significance.
TRB's mission--to promote innovation and progress in transportation through research--is as pertinent today as it was in 1920 when TRB was formed. Help support the mission of TRB and the work of more than 8,000 volunteers
by becoming a TRB Global Affiliate. For additional information, contact Patrice Davenport
(pdavenport@nas.edu; 202-334-2516.)
There are five different levels of affiliate support that organizations can provide to TRB so that organizations can best pick the package that meets their budget. The Global Affiliate Benefits Chart lists the benefits provide in appreciation with the various levels of support. All benefits included at a particular level of support are shown with a check mark (which means the benefit is part of the package) or a
percentage discount (which conveys a benefit discount at that level of support).
YOUR PARTICIPATION IN THE TRB COMMUNITY HAS IMPACT:
- 190+ standing committees
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8,000+ volunteers serving on committees and panels who hail from engineering, science, law, transportation
operations, and from the public and private sectors and academia
- 14,000+ attendees at the TRB Annual Meeting
- 800+ sessions and workshops at the TRB Annual Meeting
- 90+ webinars annually
- 32,000+ webinar attendees annually
- 70+ TRB meetings and conferences hosted annually
- 200+ publications annually
- 300+ current research projects
Global Affiliates receive benefits that are equal to or exceed the level of support. Therefore,
no part of Global Affiliate support will be considered a charitable contribution. The National
Academies and TRB reserve the right to not accept or to discontinue the support from an affiliate
organization if such support could be perceived as creating a conflict of interest in regards
to studies being conducted by the National Academy of Sciences or TRB.
Global Affiliate Sustaining Circle
INDIVIDUAL / STUDENT AFFILIATES
TRB Individual Affiliates pay an annual fee plus a variable subscription fee based on the
publications they receive if they participate in the optional customized subscription service maintained
exclusively for sponsors and affiliates. The current individual affiliate fee is $215.
The benefits
and services include:
- Reduced fees for registration at the TRB Annual Meeting;
- Complimentary subscription to the TRB bimonthly magazine, TR News;
- Eligibility to participate in TRB's customized subscription service;
- Use of the TRB Library;
- Discount of 25% on purchase of single copies of most TRB publications; and
- Announcements of the TRB Annual Meeting and conferences.
TRB Student Affiliates are full-time students, of accredited post-secondary institutions.
The current student affiliate fee is $145.
Students receive a greater discount to attend TRB's Annual Meeting and include all of the above benefits
except for the following differences: on the purchase of single copies of most TRB publications (50%
off), except for the Highway Capacity Manual and Rockfall: Characterization and Control (25% off).
For more information about any of the opportunities below, please contact Patrice Davenport.
PARTICIPATE IN THE ANNUAL MEETING
Keep your brand in front of our key transportation leaders through a variety of Patron and Exhibiting opportunities at TRB’s Annual Meeting of over 13,000 attendees. Become an Annual Meeting Patron to show your organization’s support for transportation research and innovation, and to receive the benefit portfolio. A number of receptions also take place during the TRB Annual Meeting. These include large receptions that attract hundreds of people (Young Professionals, International Attendees), as well as smaller receptions for those specializing in more specific modes and disciplines (freight and marine, aviation, transit, risk and resilience). Click here to learn more.
ADD YOUR LOGO TO THE TRB E-NEWSLETTER
The Transportation Research E-Newsletter is a free weekly electronic service designed to keep individuals up-to-date on TRB activities, and to highlight selected transportation research related activities taking place at the federal and state levels, and within the academic and international transportation communities. More than 67,000 people from around the world receive the weekly E-Newsletter. You have the opportunity to add your organization’s logo and a link to the organization’s homepage. (Note that links directly to advertisements for specific products will not be included. Links may not be used to imply adoption or endorsement of the organization’s products or services by NAS.)
SPONSOR A TRB CRITICAL ISSUES IN TRANSPORTATION VIDEO
TRB periodically issues a report describing the most critical transportation issues. In coming years, TRB will be producing various videos on selected critical issues.
SPONSOR A TRB WEBINAR
TRB conducts numerous webinars and other learning events each year. Many of these offer sponsorship opportunities for organizations. There are opportunities to be listed as sponsors of these events.
SHARE YOUR JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Put your organization's job openings in front of thousands of engineers, policy makers, administrators, practitioners, researchers, and representatives of government, industry, and academic institutions by reserving a table at the Careers in Motion Networking Fair held during the TRB Annual Meeting. For year round exposure TRB's Careers in Motion Job Board connects employers with employees through an online platform.
SUPPORT MINORITY STUDENT FELLOWS
Contributions to TRB’s Minority Student Fellows Program support registration, travel, hotel, and related expenses for minority students and their faculty mentor from eligible minority-serving institutions to attend the TRB Annual Meeting in Washington, D.C., and to present their research at a poster or lectern session. Organizations can designate a donation to support the overall program or to support a student and faculty mentor from a particular school. More information can be found here.
MAKE A GIFT
The mission of the Transportation Research Board is to provide leadership in transportation innovation and
progress through research and information exchange, conducted within a setting that is objective, interdisciplinary,
and multimodal. Now you can contribute to TRB’s mission while still preserving your assets for retirement
and providing for your family. Your gift may be designated for general support of TRB’s mission, or to
support specific TRB programs or activities. Some examples include:
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Providing fellowships for young people and other targeted groups to travel to participate in TRB meetings
and activities
- Contributing to a fund to begin addressing new & emerging transportation issues
- Establishing an endowment fund to support self-initiated TRB policy studies
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Establishing a special program, such as a Leadership Development Program in Transportation Research
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Funding the
National
Academies’ Mirzayan Fellows program
or other fellowships for short-term internships at TRB
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Supporting the existing
TRB Minority
Student Fellows Program
WAYS TO GIVE
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Online: Secure online gifts made with
your Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Discover are the most efficient way to give to the institution
and/or program of your choice.
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Mail/Phone: Our printable
donation
form
provides an easy way to mail or fax your gift. To make your gift via telephone, please be ready
to provide the information on the donation form and then call the Development Office at (202) 334-2431.
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Planned Gifts: Gifts such as bequests, charitable gift annuities, charitable remainder trusts, and retirement
plans represent your current commitment to our nation's long-term future. Explore our planned giving program today.
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Workplace Giving: Giving at work is a simple and effective way to contribute to the advancement of science,
technology, and medicine.
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Matching Gifts - Did you know your gift may be eligible for matching dollars if a corporation or
foundation with a matching gifts program employs you or a family member? Often, retirees and
directors qualify for this benefit as well. This is a fantastic way to double or even triple
your donation!
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Stock Gifts: A gift of long-term appreciated stock (more than one year) allows you to avoid capital gains
tax. When itemizing your deductions, you can deduct the fair market value of the stock. If you choose
this option, please complete and submit one of our stock gift forms and contact us at (202) 334-2431 so that we can accurately credit your contribution.
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Tax-Exempt Status
Gifts and grants are tax-deductible when made to the National Academy of Sciences, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit
organization, which includes the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine.
The NAS tax identification number is 53-0196932. For your reference, a copy of our
501(c)(3)
Tax
Determination Letter is available to download.
The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine proudly adhere to a Donor Bill of Rights,
allowing you as our donor, to have complete confidence that your wishes will be respected.
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