About the Foundation for Chemistry Research & Initiatives

The Foundation for Chemistry Research & Initiatives (Foundation), is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization established by the American Chemistry Council (ACC). Through partnerships with academia, research institutions, governmental and non-governmental organizations, and private corporations, the Foundation supports scientific research on various chemistries; the development of training programs for the safe use and application of products; and programs demonstrating chemistry’s contribution and benefits to society.

The Chlorine Chemistry Foundation® (CCF) focuses on the benefits of the element chlorine. The CCF promotes chlorine chemistry to improve public health and safety. It works through partnerships to increase access to safe, chlorinated drinking water and chlorine-based disinfectants for contaminated surfaces. Additionally, the CCF fosters the exchange of knowledge regarding chlorine applications and handling. Through these activities the CCF aims to improve quality of life and promote sustainable development around the globe.

History

The Foundation for Chemistry Research & Initiatives was founded in 1995 as the Research Foundation for Health and Environmental Effects (RFHEE). Initially, RFHEE’s efforts focused on chemistry and products based on the chlorine molecule by supporting research that contributed to science policy decisions, and funding to partnerships to increase access to safe drinking water in underserved communities and disaster areas. For example, RFHEE partnered with the West Africa Water Initiative on a five year Sustainable Water Partnership.

Over time, the focus of the Foundation expanded to three main areas: 1) support science policy-related research on other chemistries; 2) develop training programs for the safe use and application of products; and, 3) respond to social challenges through the benefits of chemistry. In 2015, RFHEE changed its name to the Foundation for Chemistry Research and Initiatives to reflect this broader scope.

Past Foundation projects have included work with the United Nations Environment Programme, the U.S. Department of Labor, West Africa Water Initiative, American Red Cross, Salvadoran Red Cross, and others.

Get Involved

For additional information on how you can support Foundation programs, please contact info@foundationforchemistry.org. Participation in Foundation activities is not limited to ACC members.

The Foundation for Chemistry Research & Initiatives is a tax-exempt public charity described in Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions, gifts or bequests made to the Foundation for Chemistry Research & Initiatives are deductible as charitable contributions. EIN 52-1945222.