Which nonprofit became the secretariat supporting the America250 Commission?

The American Battlefield Trust became the secretariat supporting the America250 Commission.

The trust was selected in 2018 to provide financial and staff support while the commission built its nationwide anniversary organization. Its involvement reflected the connection between Revolutionary War history, preservation, and public education.

The secretariat role was operational rather than the same thing as the congressional commission. The commission was the federally authorized body responsible for promoting and coordinating the semiquincentennial, while the nonprofit partner supplied administrative and organizational assistance.

This arrangement can be confused with the National Park Service, which has supported anniversary work through federal agreements, or with the America250 Foundation, the nonprofit structure associated with public fundraising and programs.