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Be the Most Informed Person in the Room.

Objective research, expert-led education, and a community of 30,000+ peers — built for those working in benefits who take their role seriously.

Benefits are complicated. Getting answers doesn't have to be.

If you work in employee benefits, you're facing constant pressure with few dedicated resources. Regulations shift, plan costs rise, and the well-being of your workforce rests on your shoulders.

A Foundation membership is your "one-stop-shop" for everything you need to manage benefits in any industry, providing exclusive access to resources, education, and support from our team of in-house benefits experts.

 
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Stay Compliant, Build Community & Grow in your Role.

For over 70 years, we've specialized in one thing: employee benefits. As a non-partisan nonprofit, we provide the unbiased expertise a search bar can't—helping you save time, stay compliant, and design plans with confidence.

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Legislative & Regulatory Updates

Compliance and regulatory changes affecting your plans.

Daily Email with Today's Headlines

Benefits news delivered to your inbox every morning.

Bi-Monthly Magazine

Emerging trends, best practices, and expert analysis delivered to your door.

Benefits Knowledge Center

Search articles, survey reports, and get answers from benefit specialists.

Free Webcasts

Live and on-demand sessions on the issues affecting benefits professionals.

Member Toolkits

Ready-to-use resources covering compliance, AI, employee benefits, and more.

“The information, education, and community are perfectly aligned with my benefits-focused role—I found my benefits people! The member resources, magazine, and educational programs have been exactly what I was searching for... it's been an invaluable addition to my professional toolkit!”

-Amy, HR Benefits Manager

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Members receive discounted rates on International Foundation products and educational programs. Members typically save between $165-$330.

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Membership is built for benefits professionals. If you're working in the field, you're in the right place. See what others asked before they joined.

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