The Philatelic Foundation will award John M. Hotchner its 2020 Neinken Medal for distinguished service to philately. Originally...
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Welcome to The Philatelic Foundation
Welcome to The Philatelic Foundation, an esteemed institution granted a charter in 1945 by the University of the State of New York as a Nonprofit Educational Institution. For decades, we have been the central source for unparalleled expertise in philately.
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Welcome to the Philatelic Foundation!
The Philatelic Foundation was granted a charter in 1945 by the University of the State of New York as a Nonprofit Educational Institution. Over the decades the Philatelic Foundation has come to be recognized as the central source for expertise in philately. This confidence has been built through our certification service, reference collection, and publications.
Our Qualified Staff
Meet Our Professionals
Larry Lyons
Executive Director
Larry has been Executive Director of the Philatelic Foundation since June 2010. He has served on the Board of Directors for eleven years having had roles as Treasurer and Secretary.
Brian Bleckwenn
Senior Expert
A fourth generation stamp collector, he started collecting at age six. A specialist in United States First Issue Revenues, he has exhibited nationally and has received numerous gold medals.
Deborah Davis
Secretary to Expert Committee
Deborah joined the Foundation in 2017. Her work at the Foundation includes entering the incoming submissions into the system and linking each patient to an eventual certificate number.
Deborah Davis
Secretary to Expert Committee
Deborah joined the Foundation in 2017. Her work at the Foundation includes entering the incoming submissions into the system and linking each patient to an eventual certificate number.
Deborah Davis
Secretary to Expert Committee
Deborah joined the Foundation in 2017. Her work at the Foundation includes entering the incoming submissions into the system and linking each patient to an eventual certificate number.
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Recent insights & blogs
The PF Has Moved, Summer 2022!
The Collectors Club has closed its club house this month in preparation for the sale of its 19th...
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The Philatelic Foundation Remembers Louis Grunin
Louis Grunin, a long time trustee of The Philatelic Foundation and its chairman from 1993 to 1998 and...
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Embark on a journey of philatelic discovery with us. Whether you're seeking certification, exploring our reference collection, or delving into our publications, The Philatelic Foundation is here to guide you. Reach out to us today and let's uncover the world of stamps together.