The future of our nation is being built—right now—and you are part of it.
Join the coalition shaping a safer, smarter, and stronger America—one innovation at a time.
Every code you follow, every standard you help shape, every structure you strengthen—it all adds up to something bigger: a safer, smarter, and more resilient America.
At the National Institute of Building Sciences, we believe innovation in the built environment is not just technical progress. It’s who we are as researchers, policymakers, and construction proferssionals. It’s an investment in people. It’s how we protect communities, unlock opportunity, and secure our place as a global leader.
But we can’t do it alone.
NIBS was created by Congress to serve the public good—for the benefit of every American who lives, works, learns, heals, travels, connects, explores and innovates through the built environment that we all help construct. Your support allows us to lead without compromise. To deliver science-backed solutions, not sales pitches. To transform groundbreaking ideas into national standards, into safer buildings, into real-world impact.
Your contribution is more than a donation—it’s a declaration.
A declaration that American infrastructure can—and should—be the best in the world.
A declaration that public safety, resilience, and performance matter.
A declaration that you believe in building something that lasts.
Join us. Let’s lead the future of building innovation—together.
A New Era. A New Model. A Stronger Nation.
America’s built environment is facing urgent challenges—from climate resilience and digital transformation to disaster readiness and housing affordability. NIBS is leading the national response, but we can’t do it without you.
NIBS is the Nation’s trusted integrator. The funds that NIBS receives support programs that have brought together the nation’s finest expertise to identify and resolve issues affecting the built environment.
Your contribution creates a ripple effect of positive change in American communities.
Every dollar you give helps support initiatives that strengthen our built environment
- Cost-Sharing of the Whole Building Design Guide
- National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (NEHRP)
- ProjNet 2.0
- National BIM Standard (NBIMS-US™)
- Academic Scholarships
- SF Tools
- Our legislative agenda, advocating for the American public
- United States National CAD Standard
- Volunteer Councils
- Development of a National Digital Twin Standard
- Free Education Sessions, virtual and in-person
Every NIBS-supported effort helps communities save lives, reduce costs, and build smarter.
Add Your Support Today
A blend of public and private financing supports NIBS’ mission. Unlike many federally chartered nonprofits, NIBS does not receive direct appropriations from Congress. Instead, we are empowered by legislation to contract with federal and state agencies—and we rely on generous contributions from supporters like you. With your help, we lead with action—not just analysis.
As a 501(c)(3), your contribution to NIBS may be tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. You will receive an official letter of receipt outlining your level of support. Your contribution bridges the gap—powering independent, mission-driven work that impacts every corner of the country.
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Corporate Giving
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Looking For a Tailored Partnership?
NIBS offers bespoke partnership packages for all public and private organizations, reach out to Jennifer Hitzke, jhitzke@nibs.org to discuss benefits and opportunities.
Why NIBS?
The National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) was created by an act of Congress in 1974 to be the nation’s authoritative source of findings and recommendations that impact and improve the built environment for the American people.
At NIBS we connect research, policy, and practical application to advance innovation in the built environment. Our mission is to create a safer, more resilient, and technologically advanced infrastructure that serves American communities and strengthens our nation’s future.
NIBS is proud to be a technically grounded, non-partisan, neutral body.
Stand with Us
Our mission is to serve the public interest of the American people. Period. We believe building innovation is the foundation of American innovation.
We don’t just build for shelter—we build to lead. To connect. To compete.
NIBS is uniquely positioned to drive innovation across America’s built environment. From resilience standards and digital twins to seismic codes and disaster mitigation research, we translate complex science into national impact.
