America250

What America250 does

America250 is the congressionally chartered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization created by Public Law 114-196 in 2016 to plan and orchestrate the Semiquincentennial — the 250th anniversary of the signing of the United States Declaration of Independence on July 4, 2026. The organization operates a dual structure comprising the federal U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission, chaired by former Treasurer Rosie Rios, and America250.org, Inc., its nonprofit supporting organization headquartered at 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW in Washington, DC, with 11-50 employees.

America250's core "products" are programs rather than technology: a portfolio of roughly ten initiatives including America's Block Party (a nationwide synchronized Fourth of July celebration targeted to reach 350 million Americans via 1,200+ grassroots events), America Gives (volunteer service tracking through a Salesforce-hosted platform), Giving 4th (a charitable giving initiative co-built with Giving Tuesday to make July 4 a permanent day of giving), America's Time Capsule (a 900-pound NIST-engineered stainless steel capsule sealed at NIST in June 2026 and scheduled to open in 2276), America Innovates (a Leidos-founded innovation showcase), Our American Story (a Library of Congress-archived storytelling project), and various licensed consumer products (commemorative medals from Society Awards, apparel from vineyard vines, and bourbon releases from Evan Williams). The organization distinguishes itself through a fortified sponsor stack — 50+ Fortune-tier partners including JPMorgan Chase, Walmart, T-Mobile, Johnson & Johnson, Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Coca-Cola, Best Western, American Airlines, and Southwest Airlines — and through Federal agency integrations (NIST, Library of Congress, National Park Service) that competitors cannot easily replicate.

America250's revenue model is sponsorship- and donation-centric rather than transactional. Corporate sponsorships generate the majority of revenue through tiered contribution arrangements; individuals and organizations contribute donations recognized via exclusive event access; and licensed merchandise through Society Awards, vineyard vines, Thankful Greetings, and others generates royalty income. Ticket revenue is limited and largely philanthropic — the flagship LA Memorial Coliseum benefit concert is priced at $17.76 in homage to 1776, with proceeds (after fees) directed to Feeding America and 5,000 tickets donated via VetTix to veterans and first responders. The go-to-market motion is event-driven and community-led: tentpole activations (Times Square ball drops, Rose Parade floats with 500,000 flowers, concerts), volunteer mobilization campaigns, and storytelling and educational programs distributed through digital platforms, the America250 mobile app, iHeartMedia audio, and social channels.

Name

America250

Legal name

America250.org, Inc.

Website

https://america250.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

America250 is a congressionally chartered 501(c)(3) nonprofit coordinating nationwide programs, events, and partnerships to commemorate the United States' 250th anniversary of independence on July 4, 2026. It serves all 350 million Americans through block parties, volunteer and charitable giving initiatives, educational programs, and corporate sponsorships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

National Commemoration & Civic Engagement Services

NAICS

Civic and Social Organizations (813410), Civic and Social Organizations (81341), Social Advocacy Organizations (8133), Public Relations Agencies (54182)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990)

akta.pro primary industry

Government, Public Policy & Regulatory Congresses (THAHAJAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Civic, Citizenship & Community Engagement Education (EDAAAEAI), Democracy, Voting Rights & Civic Participation Advocacy (BPAGAFAJ)

Keywords

• National commemoration services
• Civic engagement programs
• Volunteer service tracking
• Charitable giving initiatives
• Public-private partnerships

Headquarters

HQ city

Alexandria

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Corporate Sponsorship: America250 generates revenue primarily through corporate sponsorships. Major companies including T-Mobile, Johnson & Johnson, JPMorgan Chase, Walmart, Coca-Cola, Boeing, Lockheed Martin, and dozens of others pay for association with the Semiquincentennial. Sponsors receive logo placement, event activation opportunities, and co-marketing rights.
2. Donations and Charitable Contributions: Individual and organizational donations support the organization's operations and programming. Donors receive recognition and access to exclusive events.
3. Licensed Merchandise: Official commemorative merchandise including medals, apparel, and collectibles through licensed producers like Society Awards and Thankful Greetings. America250 receives licensing fees and royalties on sales.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

America250 coordinates nationwide civic engagement programs and commemorative events for the United States Semiquincentennial (250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence) on July 4, 2026. It delivers a portfolio of named initiatives - including America's Block Party, Giving 4th, America Gives, America's Startup, America's Field Trip, America Innovates, Our American Story, America's Time Capsule, and America's Soundtrack - and provides supporting infrastructure such as a mobile application, event ticketing, licensed merchandise, and storytelling/archive platforms that connect individuals, corporations, nonprofits, and federal agencies.

Product overview

America250 is a national nonpartisan organization charged by Congress to engage every American in celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The organization operates a platform of interconnected programs centered around the July 4, 2026 Semiquincentennial celebration. Core initiatives include America's Block Party (the flagship nationwide celebration event), Giving 4th (charitable giving initiative), America Gives (volunteer service program), and America Innovates (innovation showcase in partnership with Leidos). Supporting programs include America's Startup (collegiate startup competition), America's Field Trip (student contest), Our American Story (storytelling archive), America's Time Capsule (250-year preservation project), America's Soundtrack (music collection), America's Waves (flag celebration), and America's Invitation (story collection). The organization also provides a mobile application for event discovery and charitable giving, an official merchandise store, and publishes the America250 Playbook as a comprehensive programming guide.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Giving 4th: A movement to establish July 4 as a new national day of charitable giving.
• America's Block Party
• America Gives
• America's Startup
• America's Field Trip
• America Innovates
• Our American Story
• America's Time Capsule
• America's Soundtrack
• America Waves

Products and services

• America's Block Party The flagship national celebration initiative creating the largest synchronized Fourth of July celebration in U.S. history, connecting major cities (Los Angeles, New York, Boston, Charleston, Fort Campbell, Milwaukee) with over 1,200 grassroots neighborhood celebrations across the country on July 3-4, 2026.
• Giving 4th A movement to establish July 4 as a new national day of charitable giving, built in partnership with Giving Tuesday, designed to transform Independence Day into the largest single day of charitable giving in U.S. history and create a lasting tradition.
• America Gives A nationwide call to service making 2026 the largest year of volunteer service in U.S. history, uniting businesses, nonprofits, schools, faith communities, and civic groups. Includes volunteer hour tracking and a sweepstakes with $1 million in donations to charities.
• America's Startup Competition A national collegiate startup competition created to spotlight early-stage business ideas with potential to drive America's future economic, technological, and societal progress. Provides $25,000 in non-dilutive grant funding to 10 winners.
• America's Field Trip A nationwide contest inviting students in grades 3-12 to submit artwork and essays answering 'What does America mean to you?' for the chance to earn behind-the-scenes field trip experiences at iconic American landmarks, with 250 total awardees in 2026.
• America Innovates Founded in partnership with Leidos, a nationwide celebration and showcase of 250 years of American innovation and ingenuity designed to inspire the next generation through tech expos and programs, including the America Innovates event presented by Forbes.
• Our American Story A storytelling project to collect and preserve the nation's unique stories through recorded interviews using the Theirstory platform. Stories are archived at the Library of Congress, with select stories shared through documentary filmmakers and broadcast outlets.
• America's Time Capsule A once-in-a-generation national record preserving a representative snapshot of the United States at 250 years, designed by NIST scientists and built to withstand centuries underground. The capsule will be buried at Independence National Historical Park on July 4, 2026 and opened in 2276.
• America's Soundtrack A nationwide celebration of the music that tells America's story, featuring artists, genres, and cultural movements that form the living, breathing soundtrack of the nation. Executive produced by Emilio Estefan Jr.
• America's Block Party Mobile App Native mobile application for both Apple (iOS) and Google (Android) platforms featuring an interactive map to find Block Party events, a host form to register events, and a charity finder tool for Giving 4th donations.
• LA Memorial Coliseum Benefit Concert Flagship July 4 benefit concert at the LA Memorial Coliseum featuring Chris Stapleton and The Smashing Pumpkins, hosted by Queen Latifah. Tickets priced at $17.76 (commemorating the year of independence, 1776) with proceeds, after fees, donated to Feeding America. 5,000 complimentary tickets are donated to veterans, active-duty service members, and first responders through VetTix.
• America250 Store Official merchandise store selling commemorative America250 apparel and products including t-shirts, hoodies, quarter-zips, and hats with American flag motifs, with proceeds supporting America250 programs.
• America250 Playbook A comprehensive guide detailing officially approved national programming that will shape the U.S. Semiquincentennial, outlining the bipartisan effort to engage all Americans in celebrating the country's past, present, and future.

Quantifiable outcome

• 350 million Americans targeted for engagement through '350 for 250' initiative
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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API docs

API detail

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AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

60 partnerships are on record, tiered standard, minor, major and founding.

• vineyard vinesstandardOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 24 June 2026vineyard vines announced exclusive capsule collection featuring Americana apparel including t-shirts, hoodies, quarter-zips, and hats with American flag motifs as official licensee of America250.
• American Battlefield Trust and Interactive Knowledge of CharlotteminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 June 2026Deployed North Carolina History Explorer interactive kiosks at welcome centers highlighting state's historic treasures in partnership with North Carolina Department of Commerce and America250 NC.
• Veteran Tickets Foundation (VetTix)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 June 2026VetTix providing 5,000 complimentary tickets to the LA Memorial Coliseum concert for veterans, active-duty service members, and first responders.
• Emilio Estefan Jr.majorGTM or Marketing Partner · 22 June 2026Emilio Estefan serves as Executive Producer for America's Soundtrack music collection celebrating the nation's musical heritage with tracks by Gloria Estefan, Karen LeFrak, and The Tabernacle Choir.
• National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)foundingStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 June 2026NIST engineered the 900-pound stainless steel time capsule with pressure-bell architecture and indium cable sealing to withstand 250 years underground, maintaining 35% relative humidity inside.
• The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day SaintsmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 June 2026Church completed delivery of more than 6.5 million meals across all 50 states as part of America250's 'America Gives' campaign, distributing 250 truckloads of donated food through partnerships with nonprofits and faith groups.
• Queen LatifahmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 15 June 2026Queen Latifah hosting the July 4 benefit concert at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum featuring Chris Stapleton and The Smashing Pumpkins, part of America's Block Party benefiting Giving 4th.
• BMAC (Black Music Action Coalition)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 June 2026Selected five emerging Black artists for 'Voices of Tomorrow' initiative in partnership with BMAC and America250, supporting musicians across Country, R&B, hip-hop, and funk genres.
• T-MobilemajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 June 2026T-Mobile became an official sponsor of America250, including sponsorship of Independence Day festivities, the T-Mobile Home Run Derby during MLB All-Star Week, and an America Innovates event in Washington, D.C. in November.
• Johnson & JohnsonmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 June 2026Johnson & Johnson joined as a national sponsor for the 250th anniversary, participating in key observances and service initiatives through its J&J CareCommunity program, mobilizing employees in community health and disaster response efforts. The company separately disclosed a $55 billion investment through early 2029 to expand U.S. R&D, manufacturing, and technology operations.
• Society AwardsstandardOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 2 June 2026Selected as official licensed producer of America250 commemorative medals, creating an exclusive collection of seven 3-inch die-struck solid brass commemorative medals reflecting distinct interpretations of American history and identity.
• Thankful GreetingsstandardOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 30 May 2026Selected as official licensee to create commemorative merchandise for both America 250 and Freedom 250 campaigns, including officially licensed merchandise products.
• Ohio's Revolutionary War Veterans Graves ProjectminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 May 2026Partnership with America250-Ohio to locate grave sites of undocumented Revolutionary War soldiers, with over 4,100 already documented through the Survey123 app.
• Best Western Hotels & ResortsmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 20 May 2026Best Western partnered with America250 as an official sponsor, launching a Summer Sweepstakes offering loyalty members chances to win 250,000 reward points per night on stays through September 7, 2026, while also sponsoring Good Neighbor Day America and America's Block Party.
• Evan Williams Bourbon (Heaven Hill Brands)standardOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 18 May 2026Evan Williams launched officially licensed America250 commemorative releases including Black Label, 1783 Small Batch, and Single Barrel expressions in patriotic packaging, ranging from $23.99 to $39.99.
• Feeding AmericamajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 May 2026Feeding America is a national partner for Good Neighbor Day America on May 16, 2026, mobilizing hundreds of thousands of volunteers through food distribution activities. Also recipient of proceeds from LA Memorial Coliseum benefit concert.
• AmeriCorpsmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 May 2026AmeriCorps is mobilizing as part of the Good Neighbor Day America coalition to coordinate one of the largest days of coordinated service in American history, spanning all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington D.C.
• Jeep and MarvelmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 12 May 2026Jeep Wrangler America250 campaign celebrating both brands' 85-year legacies, featuring limited-edition vehicle with Captain America shield tire cover, co-branded comic book, and tied to Avengers: Doomsday release.
• iHeartCountry FestivalminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 7 May 2026America250 has partnership connections with iHeartMedia for country music events as part of broader audio and entertainment partnerships.
• Southwest AirlinesmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 30 April 2026Partnership announcement and unveiling of Independence One special aircraft commemorating 250th anniversary, with airline committing up to $250,000 to support America Gives initiative.
• Southwest AirlinesmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 April 2026Southwest Airlines launched 'Independence One' aircraft with commemorative livery and committed up to $250,000 in grants through its 'We Serve Together' program supporting nonprofits tied to employee volunteer efforts. The airline is official airline of America Gives.
• FanaticsmajorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 29 April 2026Fanatics partnered with America250 to produce exclusive uniform patches and apparel for major sports leagues (MLB, MLS, NASCAR, NBA, NFL, NHL, UFC, WWE) during marquee sporting events including Super Bowl LX and NBA Finals.
• Chef's Table and Bon AppétitmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 April 2026Partnership to create official America250 Cookbook featuring 250 recipes and host the Americana Dinner Series with nine exclusive one-night-only events in national parks for up to 250 guests each.
• Domino SugarminorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 22 April 2026Domino Sugar launched limited-edition commemorative packaging in partnership with America250, featuring patriotic imagery on 4 lb. bags and collectible sugar packets.
• C&H SugarminorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 22 April 2026C&H Sugar launched limited-edition commemorative packaging with patriotic designs featuring America250 logo and Americana illustrations.
• Union PacificminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 April 2026Union Pacific's Big Boy No. 4014 steam locomotive launched its first-ever coast-to-coast tour from Sacramento to celebrate America's 250th anniversary.
• DodgemajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 April 2026Dodge debuted Durango GT America250 Edition at New York International Auto Show with special exterior and interior patriotic design elements.
• National Women's Pickleball FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 April 2026NWPF announced America250 National Pickleball Challenge inviting Americans of all ages to compete state-by-state with leaderboards determining Pickleball Capital of America.
• GoldbellymajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 31 March 2026Goldbelly serves as Official Marketplace and Joe Ariel as Official Food Curator for Taste of America250 program, including '250 Dishes That Made America' storytelling project, first-ever National Restaurant Month, and Official State Dish Registry.
• GoldbellymajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 31 March 2026Launched Taste of America250 as the official food program for the nation's 250th anniversary, featuring America's Official 250th Birthday Cake and a permanent State Dish Registry.
• JPMorgan ChasemajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 31 March 2026JPMorgan Chase participates as a sponsor partner supporting America250 initiatives alongside existing coalition members including Walmart, Coca-Cola, and others.
• Giving TuesdayfoundingStrategic or Co-development Partner · 31 March 2026Giving Tuesday co-built the Giving 4th initiative, designed to create a new mid-year giving tradition turning Independence Day into a day of generosity.
• Joe Ariel (Goldbelly Founder)majorGTM or Marketing Partner · 31 March 2026Joe Ariel serves as Official Food Curator for Taste of America250, leading the national storytelling project '250 Dishes That Made America' and National Restaurant Month.
• iHeartMediamajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 27 March 2026iHeartMedia named official audio partner for the Semiquincentennial, providing national audio experience connecting celebrations across the country through the iHeartRadio mobile app, including a new version of Kool & The Gang's 'Celebration.'
• Ram TrucksmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 March 2026Ram 1500 America250 special editions launched in Big Horn, Laramie, and Rebel models with patriotic Red, White, and Blue colors and commemorative badging, priced from $61,415 to $72,830.
• Folds of HonorminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 March 2026Folds of Honor, providing educational scholarships to families of fallen or disabled U.S. military service members and first responders, joined as an official Supporting Partner.
• Good Neighbor Day AmericamajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 25 March 2026Good Neighbor Day America partnered with America250 to mobilize thousands of organizations for one powerful day of service on May 16, 2026, aiming to inspire 250 million acts of kindness across all 50 states, D.C., and territories.
• Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 March 2026CIEE became a supporting partner, spotlighting America250 events and participating in the America Gives initiative with service components integrated into study abroad programs.
• American AirlinesmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 March 2026American Airlines became an official sponsor and partner, painting two aircraft in special America250 livery (Boeing 737 and Embraer 175). The partnership coincides with American Airlines' own centennial celebration in 2026.
• NYSE (New York Stock Exchange)majorGTM or Marketing Partner · 6 March 2026NYSE partnered with America250 to elevate financial literacy, spotlight American companies and workers, and connect historical reflection with economic opportunity conversations.
• Stellantis (Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 March 2026Stellantis launched 'Declaration of Deals' retail campaign with 0% financing and sales tax coverage, alongside limited-edition America250 commemorative vehicles across all brands. Jeep serves as exclusive automotive partner of America250.
• Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 March 2026CPKC unveiled '1776' locomotive with special America250 livery in Fort Worth, Texas, first of five Tier 4 ET44AC locomotives featuring patriotic colors.
• National ArchivesmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 March 2026The 'Freedom Plane' carried founding documents including the 1783 Treaty of Paris, 1774 Articles of Association, and rare draft copy of U.S. Constitution for nationwide tour.
• LeidosfoundingStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 February 2026Leidos founded America Innovates in partnership with America250, a nationwide celebration and showcase of 250 years of American innovation through tech expos and the America's Startup competition.
• ForbesmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 26 February 2026Forbes partnered with America250 to co-host and amplify America Innovates event featuring immersive walk-through exhibits and livestreamed conversations with innovation leaders.
• Discovery EducationmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 February 2026Discovery Education partnered to provide teachers with customized toolkits, lesson plans, and classroom resources in English and Spanish for America's Field Trip contest.
• SourceAmericaminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 February 2026SourceAmerica sponsored America250 to celebrate the nation's 250th and highlight contributions of employees with disabilities to domestic manufacturing, military readiness, and national security.
• Investment Company Institute (ICI)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 February 2026ICI launched national advertising campaign 'Invested in America' in partnership with America250, emphasizing how investment fund industry supports American families, communities, and economic growth.
• Cracker BarrelmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 February 2026Cracker Barrel partnered with America250 to introduce new menu items inspired by classic American favorites, with commemorative merchandise and reimagined rocking chair designs.
• Cracker BarrelmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 30 January 2026Cracker Barrel announced partnership with America250 for nationwide in-store experiences, limited-time menu offerings, commemorative merchandise, and reimagined rocking chair designs.
• FanaticsmajorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 22 January 2026Partnership with all major sports leagues (MLB, MLS, NASCAR, NBA, NFL, NHL, UFC, WWE) to celebrate America's 250th with exclusive USA 250 patches on uniforms and commemorative apparel.
• FanaticsmajorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 22 January 2026Partnership with all major U.S. sports leagues (MLB, MLS, NASCAR, NBA, NFL, NHL, UFC, WWE) to feature exclusive USA 250 patches and logos on athlete uniforms and fan apparel during marquee events.
• Wounded Warrior ProjectmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 January 2026Wounded Warrior Project celebrating U.S. 250th anniversary through Soldier Ride 250 cycling event along the East Coast and national service campaigns honoring veterans.
• Edison Electric Institute (EEI)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 January 2026Edison Electric Institute, the association representing U.S. investor-owned electric companies, became a national partner, supporting official initiatives, collaborating on educational programming, and elevating the role of energy and infrastructure in the American story.
• Times Square AlliancemajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 December 2025Partnership with One Times Square and Times Square Alliance for New Year's Eve and July 3, 2026 ball drops to commemorate America's 250th birthday.
• One Times Square and Times Square AlliancemajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 December 2025Partnership for Times Square ball drops on New Year's Eve and July 3, 2026. The New Year's event featured the Times Square Ball relit with America250 design, illuminated '2026' numerals, and 2,000 pounds of red, white, and blue confetti.
• Scouting AmericamajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 December 2025Scouting America partnered with America250 to promote civic leadership and historical awareness among youth through service, community projects, and reflection on American history.
• LeidosfoundingStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 November 2025Leidos was named First Founding Innovation Partner for America Innovates, contributing through storytelling, educational initiatives, and veteran-related programs to promote American innovation and ingenuity.
• Sail4th 250majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 October 2025Sail4th 250 partnership for a tall ship event in New York on July 4, 2026, including an International Naval Review with ships from 30 nations highlighting U.S. maritime history.
• Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 October 2025DAR launched America 250 events with Queen Sofía presiding over historical symposium 'Spain and the Birth of American Democracy' highlighting Spain's contributions to American independence.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Giving Tuesday: Giving Tuesday is the closest comparable to America250's Giving 4th program — a single-day, mass-participation charitable-giving mobilization with corporate sponsorship and a distributed nonprofit network. America250 explicitly co-built Giving 4th in partnership with Giving Tuesday, making it the most directly comparable peer.
• National Constitution Center: The National Constitution Center is a nonprofit civic-education institution dedicated to American founding-era history and democratic participation, with corporate sponsorship, exhibits, and education programming — closely comparable to America250's America's Field Trip and Our American Story initiatives.
• National Park Foundation: The National Park Foundation is the official nonprofit partner of the National Park Service, supporting preservation and programming at nationally significant sites — directly comparable to America250's Independence National Historical Park time-capsule dedication and its federal-agency partnership layer (Library of Congress, NPS, NIST).
• Points of Light: Points of Light is a national civic nonprofit that mobilizes and tracks volunteer service across corporate, nonprofit, and faith-based partners — operationally analogous to America250's America Gives initiative, which uses Salesforce to log volunteer hours through a similar coalition model.
• Colonial Williamsburg Foundation: Colonial Williamsburg is a historic-preservation nonprofit that operates a large-scale, publicly accessible commemoration of Revolutionary-era America through ticket sales, programming, and donor/partner support — analogous to America250's experiential and educational programming tied to 1776.
• National WWII Museum: The National WWII Museum is a federally designated commemorative museum with a major corporate-sponsorship model (including AT&T, Boeing, and other Fortune 500 partners), education programming, and an endowment-driven nonprofit structure — directly comparable to America250's federally chartered, sponsor-funded commemoration framework.
• AmeriCorps / Corporation for National and Community Service: AmeriCorps is a federal civilian-service program that mobilizes volunteers across all 50 states for national service initiatives — directly analogous to America250's America Gives service mobilization with AmeriCorps explicitly listed as a Good Neighbor Day America coalition partner.

Broad incumbents

• United Way Worldwide: United Way is a large, federation-based nonprofit mobilizing volunteers and donations through a corporate-partner network — a broader incumbent in national charitable giving and volunteer coordination, comparable to America250's distributed nonprofit coalition model.
• Smithsonian Institution: The Smithsonian is a federally chartered cultural and educational institution — a broader incumbent in the same commemorative, civic-education category. America250 partners with the Smithsonian at the program level (educational exhibits and Our American Story archives), making it a partial-overlap peer rather than a direct competitor.

Emerging players

• Freedom 250: Freedom 250 is the principal parallel commemoration effort to America250, organized around a competing narrative of the American founding and using the same merchandise-licensing infrastructure (Thankful Greetings). It is the most direct emerging competitor for sponsor mind-share and consumer attention in the Semiquincentennial category.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/America250
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UC5kBZFeCDcR_X7cOj9HC1hQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/America250
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/america250
• Instagraminstagram.com/america250
• TikToktiktok.com/@america250

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments1 record

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