The NATA Research and Education Foundation is the philanthropic arm of the National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA). The Foundation champions research, supports education, and enhances knowledge to optimize the clinical experience and outcomes within the diverse patient populations served by the athletic training profession. The Foundation is the only non-profit 501(c)(3) that exists only to advance the athletic training profession. All funds raised assist the Foundation with advancing the profession through it's research and education programs such as research and research grants, student programs and scholarships, mentor programs.