2005-2006

2004-2005

2003-2004

2002-2003

2001-2002

2000-2001

1999-2000

Political Reform and Global Theme Grants Program

This program emerged from our conviction that the potential for nuclear destruction remains the most important and troubling issue of our time. And it is not receiving the attention it deserves from leaders around the world. The U.S. Senate’s rejection of the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty in late 1999 provided strong evidence of this fact.

We believe that reform of the current U.S. campaign finance system to ensure that elected officials are accountable to the public, not simply special interests, is one means to achieving nuclear non-proliferation and disarmament.

Grants Awarded July 1, 1999 – June 30, 2000

We contributed a total of $526,750 through seven grants to six organizations, including grants to 501(c) (4) lobbying entities as well as 501(c) (3) organizations.

Focus for the Upcoming Year

We will remain focused on two issues through the grants program and educational/advocacy activities for the foreseeable future:

• Nuclear non-proliferation and disarmament;
• Campaign finance reform, with a focus on "clean money" initiatives.