The National Recording Preservation Foundation
The National Recording Preservation Foundation (NRPF) promotes the preservation of and public awareness about recorded audio history. We work with public and nonprofit archives throughout the United States to celebrate and preserve cultures of sound and amplify shared audio heritage.
Audio Heritage
Did you know analog audio media is endangered? NRPF works to preserve our audio history.
Community Catalyst
We connect and share information for funders, policymakers, and the audio preservation community.
Current NRPF Initiatives
What Is at Stake?
Without action and dedicated resources, unique and irreplaceable audio heritage may be lost.
NRPF Grants
The NRPF has awarded over a quarter of a million dollars to support the digitization and stewardship of at-risk audio collections.
NRPF Sound Files Podcast
The NRPF podcast is currently in production and will become available in December 2023.
Preservation Resources
Audiovisual media require special care and handling. NRPF does not directly preserve collections, but we can connect you to information that will help.
