From February 18 through early April, the fourth level of the main Aquarium building will be closed for renovation, changing access to amenities and guest routes. Staff will be available to assist with alternative routes and accessibility accommodations.
National Aquarium Foundation
The National Aquarium Foundation, Inc. (NAF) is a nonprofit, charitable support organization incorporated in Maryland and operated exclusively to receive and hold certain funds and assets from individuals, institutions and public agencies that constitute the endowment funds for the National Aquarium.
Meredith A. Mowen NAF Board Chair
Meredith A. Mowen is a managing director and portfolio manager at 1919 Investment Counsel.
John Racanelli President and Chief Executive Officer
John leads a diverse and talented team of employees and volunteers in pursuing the Aquarium's mission.
Xuying Chang NAF Board Member
Xuying Chang is a senior equity analyst who covers the technology sector at the Adams Funds.
Todd Chester NA Board Member; NAF Board Member
Todd Chester is a senior portfolio manager for Wells Fargo Private Bank.
Anna L. Smith NAF Board Member
Anna Smith has more than four decades of experience in the wealth advisory and investment management industry.
Jennifer Ventimiglia NAF Board Member
Jennifer is a senior trader at Constellation Energy with a background in education.
Edward Wiese NA Board Member; NAF Board Member
Ted Wiese spent nearly 35 years as a fixed income investment professional at T. Rowe Price.
Colleen Dilenschneider NA Board Chair
Colleen Dilenschneider is the founder and managing member of IMPACTS Experience, a global leader in predictive market intelligence.
The Role of NAF
NAF owns, manages and invests funds and assets it receives. If the members of NAF deem it necessary or desirable, the foundation may provide financial support to the National Aquarium to advance its mission to connect people with nature to inspire compassion and care for our ocean planet. Contributions to NAF are tax-deductible within the guidelines of U.S. tax law.