Using Our Name

When referring to HJF, we ask that you reference this guide for the sake of consistency.

Please use the full name on first mention: The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine.
In formal documents, include ", Inc." However, in marketing documents, the ", Inc." is not necessary.

Full name: The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Inc.
Secondary references: HJF (When using "HJF" - "the" before the abbreviation is not necessary.)
e.g. The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) was authorized by Congress. HJF is a nonprofit organization. HJF provides a variety of services.

There is more than one Henry M. Jackson Foundation, so we must distinguish ourselves clearly. We have registered HJF as our official nickname to give ourselves a single, distinct and memorable abbreviation. Please refrain from using other shortened versions, such as "The Jackson Foundation." 

For questions or additional details, please email us communications@hjf.org