National PTA is a nonprofit organization that promotes the education, health, and welfare of children and youth. It was founded in 1897 and is headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia. The organization has a membership of over 4 million parents, teachers, and community members, and works to engage families in their children's education, advocate for policies that benefit children, and provide resources and support to local PTAs. National PTA also sponsors programs such as Reflections, a national arts recognition program, and the PTA Connected initiative, which promotes safe and responsible use of technology.