The Nanotechnology Research Foundation (NRF) has been established as the first volunteer based non-profit organization specifically focused on supporting the acceleration of nanotechnology awareness, education, recognition, funding, research and innovation in America. The newly formed nonprofit began in July of 2008. The Executive Director/CEO/Founding Member is Michael Terlaak. The Foundation is a catalyst serving as the hub for the advancement of nanotechnologies. NRF is the featured nonprofit organization on www.VolunteerMatch.org for the month of December (2008).