The Pennsylvania National Guard Foundation, Inc. (PNGF) was established in 1989 as a charitable foundation to support the Pennsylvania Army and Air National Guard. The PNGF is seeking donations to support “Operation Salute,” which will be held on Sunday, September 10, 2006 at Bryce Jordan Center, Penn State University. “Operation Salute” will recognize thousands of Pennsylvania National Guard soldiers and airmen, and their families, for their service and their sacrifices. The Foundation was established to undertake a variety of charitable public purposes, for which it raises tax-deductible donations and gifts. The PNGF is recognized as a charitable foundation under Section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Its missions include: « To sponsor or participate in activities of a patriotic nature, such as “Operation Salute” to encourage active involvement in the Pennsylvania National Guard. « To foster and encourage an enlightened public appreciation of the contributions of the Pennsylvania National Guard. In addition to its support for “Operation Salute,” the PNGF operates of the Pennsylvania National Guard Conference and Recreation Center (Keystone Lodge) located above Marquette Lake at Fort Indiantown Gap.