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20/20 Vision
 20/20 Vision equips citizens with the information and tools they need to get involved, have an impact on important issues and move the country’s decision-makers forward on solving the critical problems facing our country and our world.
1999 ($25,000), 1998 ($25,000), 1997 ($25,000)
9 to 5 Working Women Education Fund
The 9 to 5 Working Women Education Fund engages at the national, state and local level to engage low-wage women in the political process and to provide information and training on economic issues.
2000 ($5,000), 1999 ($5,000), 1998 ($5,000), 1997 ($5,000)
Alliance for Justice
The Alliance strengthens the ability of the nonprofit sector to participate effectively in public policy debates. Support was also directed to efforts to help maintain a fair and independent judiciary.
2004 ($20,000), 2003 ($20,000), 2002 ($20,000), 2001 ($30,000), 2000 ($20,000), 1996 ($20,000)
Americans United for Separation of Church and State
Americans United works at the national and state levels to protect the constitutionally mandated separation of church and state.
2000 ($10,000), 1999 ($10,000), 1998 ($10,000), 1996 ($10,000), 1995 ($27,000)
Center for Community Change
The Center for Community Change helps low-income people build organizations that can win change in their communities and affect public policy at the local, state and federal levels. Support was provided for the Community Voting Project, which encourages low-income people to participate fully in our democracy.
2004 ($20,000)
Center for Democratic Renewal
The Center for Democratic Renewal assists communities in the South in combating bigotry and developing policies for equity and justice.
2001 ($10,000), 2000 ($15,000), 1999 ($15,000), 1998 ($15,000), 1997 ($15,000), 1996 ($15,000), 1995 ($25,000)
Catholics for a Free Choice
Catholics for a Free Choice organizes pro-choice Catholics to stand up to threats to reproductive rights from religious conservatives. Support was directed to public education and organizing activities.
2001 ($15,000), 2000 ($15,000), 1999 ($20,000), 1998 ($30,000), 1996 ($135,000), 1995 ($33,850)
Center for Living Democracy
Through the American News Service, the Center for Living Democracy provides positive stories promoting a progressive vision of social change to mainstream media.
1999 ($15,000), 1998 ($15,000), 1997 ($15,000), 1996 ($20,000)
Center for New Community
The Center for New Community coordinates with faith organizations at the community level to challenge the Radical Right in the Midwest.
2004 ($15,000)2003 ($15,000), 2002 ($15,000), 2001 ($15,000), 2000 ($15,000), 1999 ($10,000), 1998 ($10,000), 1996 ($15,000)
Center for a New Democracy
Center for New Democracy provided information and education to progressive organizations across the country on opportunities to reform electoral politics by promoting alternate models such as fusion and instant run-off voting, and advancing a campaign finance reform agenda.
1996 ($20,000)
Choice USA
Choice USA mobilizes and provides ongoing support to the diverse, upcoming generation of leaders who work to promote and protect reproductive choice. Support was provided for campus-organizing projects.
2004 ($10,000), 2003 ($10,000), 2002 ($10,000), 2001 ($15,000), 2000 ($15,000), 1999 ($10,000), 1998 ($10,000), 1997 ($10,000), 1996 ($35,000)
Citizens Fund
Citizens Fund organized progressive resources and offered funding and promotional support to organizations and individuals working to counter the message of the religious right.
1997 ($20,000), 1996 ($40,000)
Citizens Vote, Inc.
Citizens Vote worked at the national level to promote and organize voter participation by historically under-engaged constituencies, particularly low-income and minority communities.
1996 ($60,000)
Coalition for Human Dignity
The Coalition for Human Dignity brings together groups, activists and local governments to develop responses to bigoted violence and the radical right in the Northwest.
1999 ($10,000), 1998 ($10,000), 1997 ($10,000)
Coalition Los Angeles
Coalition Los Angeles works at the community level to encourage voter participation by new citizens.
2000 ($13,000)
Collage (The Tides Center)
Support was provided for the Girl’s Empowerment Comic Book Project, an innovative model for promoting a healthy future for young women.
1998 ($16,000) 1997 ($16,000), 1996 ($16,000)
Colorado Legal Initiatives Project
Funding was provided to successfully challenge an anti-gay ballot initiative in Colorado.
1995 ($76,000)
Commonwealth Education Project
The Commonwealth Education Project promotes full democratic participation in the state of Massachusetts. Support was provided for the Votes In/Money Out Campaign, to promote campaign finance reform in that state.
2004 ($10,000), 2003 ($10,000), 2002 ($15,000), 2001 ($20,000), 2000 ($20,000), 1999 ($15,000), 1998 ($15,000), 1997 ($15,000)
Communications Consortium Media Center
Grant monies supported the New Right and Progressive Response Project: Ideology, Organization and the Media.
1997 ($35,000), 1996 ($15,000)
DataCenter
The DataCenter provides access to strategic information, analysis and research skills that support social justice advocates in conducting more effective campaigns.
1999 ($10,000), 1998 ($10,000)
Democracy Action Project (Institute for Policy Studies)
Support went for Democracy Summer, a youth civic engagement project.
2003 ($10,000), 2002 ($10,000), 2001 ($10,000)
Demos
Demos’ purpose is to help build a society where America can achieve its highest democratic and economic potential. Support was provided for a conference co-sponsored by inequality.org on the effects of economic inequality. Funding was also provided for a research project on felon disenfranchisement.
2004 ($20,000), 2003 ($15,000), 2002 ($10,000)
Economic Policy Institute
The Economic Policy Institute provides high-quality research and education in order to promote a prosperous, fair and sustainable economy. Support helped EPI make its findings accessible to the general public, the media and policy-makers.
1999 ($20,000), 1998 ($20,000), 1996 ($50,000)
Families USA Foundation
Families USA Foundation strives to ensure access to affordable health care for all. Funding was provided to develop a Talk Radio training kit for grassroots organizations.
1996 ($30,000)
Feminist Majority Foundation
Feminist Majority Foundation is dedicated to women’s equality, reproductive health and nonviolence. Support was provided for the Campus Leadership Program, which trains students as pro-choice advocates and supports chapter organizing on campuses nationwide.
2004 ($15,000), 2003 ($15,000), 2002 ($15,000), 2001 ($20,000), 2000 ($25,000), 1999 ($25,000), 1998 ($25,000), 1997 ($25,000), 1996 ($20,000), 1995 ($25,000)
Health Care for All
Health Care for All is dedicated to making quality and affordable health care available to everyone regardless of income, social or economic status. Support was provided for the Catalyst Project, a public education project on Massachusetts health insurance issues.
1997 ($30,000)
Independent Media Institute
The Independent Media Institute provides independent journalism, information and media tools.
SPIN
The Strategic Press Information Service (SPIN) provides media assistance to nonprofit public interest organizations.
Alternet.org
AlterNet’s online magazine provides a mix of news, opinion and investigative journalism on a range of subjects critical to society today.
2003 ($10,000), 2002 ($15,000), 2001 ($20,000), 2000 ($30,000), 1999 ($30,500), 1995 ($84,000)
Independent Press Association
Independent Press Association amplifies the power of the independent press in order to foster a more just, open and democratic society. IPA supports the growth and development of over 550 independent magazines, community and ethnic newspapers, and web sites throughout North America.
2002 ($20,000), 2001 ($20,000), 2000 ($25,000), 1999 ($25,000), 1998 ($25,000), 1997 ($25,000)
Institute for Democracy Studies
The Institute for Democracy Studies conducts research and offers reports and public education on the radical right. Support was provided to monitor the Promise Keepers and other religious right organizations.
2000 ($15,000), 1999 ($15,000), 1998 ($15,000), 1997 ($15,000)
Institute for First Amendment Studies
The Institute for First Amendment Studies promotes and defends the constitutional protections for freedom of expression and separation of church and state.
2000 ($15,000), 1999 ($15,000), 1998 ($15,000), 1997 ($15,000), 1996 ($10,000), 1995 ($30,000)
Institute for Research and Education on Human Rights
Support went to promote a better understanding of the radical right.
1996 ($17,500)
Interfaith Alliance Foundation
The Interfaith Alliance Foundation mobilizes people of faith to provide an alternative voice to the religious right on diverse issues of public concern. Support was provided to help build state chapters across the country.
1999 ($30,000), 1998 ($30,000), 1997 ($30,000), 1996 ($30,000), 1995 ($50,000)
Kentucky Coalition
Through the Kentucky Coalition, Kentuckians for the Commonwealth brings citizens together to challenge injustices, right wrongs and improve the quality of life for all Kentuckians. Support was provided to expand this multi-issue, statewide progressive coalition.
2004 ($10,000), 2003 ($15,000)
Lesbian and Gay Community Services Center, Inc.
The Lesbian and Gay Services Center contributes to building a society free of homophobia and gender oppression by advancing the respect, human rights and dignity of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered communities. Support was provided to develop a replicable program to help increase LGBT participation in the democratic process.
2004 ($15,000), 2003 ($10,000), 2002 ($10,000), 2001 ($15,000), 2000 ($15,000), 1999 ($10,000), 1998 ($10,000), 1997 ($10,000)
Libraries for the Future
Libraries for the Future provides training, technical assistance and model programs to strengthen libraries as centers for information and learning and to build stronger connections between libraries and their local communities.
1997 ($10,000)
Maine Citizen Leadership Fund
The Fund is a multi-issue, progressive coalition working to improve the quality of life for all citizens of this state. Support was provided to promote Maine’s successful model of campaign finance reform in other states.
2004 ($10,000), 2003 ($10,000), 2002 ($15,000), 2001 ($15,000), 2000 ($18,000)
Minnesota Alliance for Progressive Action Education Fund
Minnesota Alliance fir Progressive Action is a statewide coalition of organizations concerned with economic and social justice, human rights and the environment. Support helped to build the capacity of diverse groups to participate in decision-making on issues such as campaign finance reform.
2004 ($10,000), 2003 ($10,000), 2002 ($15,000), 2001 ($20,000), 2000 ($20,000), 1999 ($20,000), 1998 ($20,000), 1997 ($20,000), 1996 ($20,000)
Missouri Citizen Education Fund
This coalition promotes civic participation through voter registration and community organizing. Support was also provided to monitor activities of the radical right in that state.
2004 ($10,000), 2003 ($10,000), 2002 ($10,000), 2001 ($15,000), 2000 ($15,000), 1999 ($15,000), 1998 ($15,000), 1997 ($15,000)
Montana Human Rights Network
This grassroots coalition promotes democratic values such as pluralism, equality and justice, challenges intolerance and organizes communities to speak out in support of democratic principles. MHRN challenges hate groups and other extremists by organizing local human rights groups and monitoring radical right groups in Montana.
2004 ($10,000), 2003 ($10,000), 2002 ($10,000), 2001 ($15,000), 2000 ($15,000), 1999 ($10,000), 1998 ($10,000), 1997 ($10,000)
Ms. Foundation for Women
The Ms. Foundation for Women supports the efforts of women and girls to govern their own lives and influence the world around them. Support went to the Reproductive Rights Coalition & Organizing Fund, which builds pro-choice coalitions at the state level.
2004 ($20,000), 2003 ($20,000), 2002 ($20,000), 2001 ($20,000), 2000 ($20,000), 1999 ($20,000), 1998 ($20,000)
NARAL Foundation
NARAL works to guarantee every woman the right to make her own decisions on reproductive choices, including preventing unintended pregnancy, bearing healthy children and choosing legal abortion. Support was provided for public education and organizing activities.
1996 ($50,000), 1995 ($15,000)
National Center for Economic and Security Alternatives
The Center is a progressive think tank focused on a range of public policy issues. Funding was provided to support a research project entitled The Emerging New Society.
1996 ($50,000), 1995 ($15,000)
National Campaign for Freedom of Expression
The Campaign is an educational and advocacy network of artists, arts organizations and concerned citizens founded to fight censorship and to protect and extend the First Amendment right to freedom of artistic expression. Support was for the When Democracy Works video project.
1996 ($55,000)
National Center for Schools and Communities (Fordham University)
The National Center for Schools and Communities provides parents and community activists with the research and policy tools they need to promote healthy public schools.
2001 ($10,000), 2000 ($20,000)
National Committee for Public Education and Religious Liberty
This organization is dedicated to maintaining the separation of church and state, particularly in public schools. Support was provided to develop and distribute Citizens’ Kits on Vouchers and School Prayer.
1997 ($20,000), 1996 ($10,000)
National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy
National Committee for Responsive Philanthopy strengthens the nonprofit sector by promoting greater philanthropic openness and accountability. Support was provided to educate grantmakers and nonprofit organizations about conservative philanthropic strategies.
1997 ($29,000), 1996 ($10,000), 1995 ($10,000)
National Gay and Lesbian Task Force
The Task Force contributes to eliminating prejudice, violence and injustice against lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered people. Funding was provided for research, public education, policy development and organizing to protect and promote LGBT rights.
2004 ($20,000), 2003 ($20,000), 2002 ($25,000), 2001 ($30,000), 2000 ($35,000), 1999 ($45,000), 1998 ($45,000), 1997 ($44,000), 1996 ($40,000), 1995 ($75,000)
National Institute on Money and State Politics
Money in state politics plays a pivotal role in shaping public policy at the state and national levels. The Institute tracks contributions in all 50 states and makes this data easily available to activists, researchers and the media.
2002 ($15,000), 2001 ($20,000), 2000 ($20,000), 1999 ($20,000), 1998 ($25,000)
National Jewish Community Relations Advisory Council
Grant support went toward sending a delegation to the Beijing Conference on Women.
1995 ($3,500)
National Latina Institute for Reproductive Health
The National Latina Institute for Reproductive Health strives to enhance the quality of reproductive health for Latinas nationwide through advocacy, networking and public education activities.
1999 ($20,000), 1998 ($20,000), 1997 ($20,000)
National Voice Project (The Tides Center)
National Voice is a broad-based coalition that provides technical, legal and organizing information to help nonprofit and community groups promote voting and other forms of civic participation.
2004 ($200,000, $25,000), 2003 ($25,000)
National Voting Rights Institute
Through litigation and public education, NVRI contributes to redefining the issue of private money in public elections and, by advocating campaign finance reform, to supporting the constitutional right of all citizens to participate in the electoral process on a equal basis.
2004 ($15,000), 2003 ($10,000), 2002 ($10,000), 2001 ($10,000), 2000 ($10,000), 1999 ($10,000), 1998 ($10,000), 1997 ($10,000), 1996 ($15,000)
Northeast Action
Northeast Action is a regional support center for a network of progressive organizations in New England and New York. Funding supported organizing with state affiliates on voter education and campaign finance reform.
2003 ($15,000), 2002 ($15,000), 2001 ($20,000), 2000 ($20,000), 1999 ($15,000), 1998 ($10,000), 1996 ($20,000)
Northwest Coalition for Human Dignity
Northwest Coalition for Human Dignity built the capacity of community organizations and local governments throughout the Northwest to challenge bias-related violence and hatred.
2002 ($15,000), 2001 ($20,000), 2000 ($20,000), 1999 ($10,000), 1998 ($10,000), 1997 ($10,000), 1995 ($25,000)
Pennsylvania Alliance For Democracy
Funding was provided to this network of organizations to build a coalition to challenge the religious right in Pennsylvania.
2001 ($15,000), 2000 ($15,000), 1999 ($15,000), 1998 ($15,000), 1997 ($15,000)
People for the American Way
PFAW advocates for the values and institutions that sustain a diverse and democratic society: religious freedom, civil rights and equal rights, constitutional liberties, civic participation, public education and an independent judiciary. Funding was provided for research, public education and litigation activities.
2004 ($25,000), 2003 ($27,500), 2002 ($29,000), 2001 ($30,000), 2000 ($35,000), 1999 ($40,000), 1998 ($40,000), 1997 ($80,000), 1996 ($30,000)
Physicians for Reproductive Choice and Health
Physicians for Reproductive Choice and Health enables physicians to take a more active and visible role in support of universal reproductive health. Support was provided to train doctors and medical students as effective advocates for—and practitioners of—reproductive health and safety.
2004 ($10,000), 2003 ($10,000), 2002 ($10,000), 2001 ($15,000), 2000 ($20,000)
Planned Parenthood Federation of America, Inc.
Planned Parenthood Federation of America is dedicated to the right of each individual to manage his or her fertility, regardless of income, marital status, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, national origin or residence. Funding was provided for litigation, advocacy and civic engagement activities to protect reproductive rights.
2004 ($10,000), 2003 ($15,000), 2002 ($15,000), 2001 ($20,000), 2000 ($25,000), 1999 ($25,000), 1998 ($25,000), 1997 ($25,000)
Political Research Associates
Political Research Associates is a research and public education organization that addresses the full spectrum of the radical right in the U.S. Support helped PRA produce analytic tools that document trends in this movement and inform and support progressive activism.
2004 ($10,000), 2003 ($10,000), 2002 ($15,000), 2001 ($20,000), 2000 ($20,000), 1999 ($25,000), 1997 ($100,000), 1995 ($100,000)
Pro-Choice Public Education Project (The Tides Center)
The Public Education Project is a collaborative project of the nation’s leading pro-choice organizations dedicated to empowering the next generation of pro-choice activists and supporters. Funding supported media and education campaigns.
2004 ($10,000), 2003 ($15,000), 2002 ($15,000), 2001 ($15,000), 2000 ($15,000), 1999 ($15,000), 1998 ($20,000), 1996 ($25,000)
ProChoice Resource Center
The ProChoice Resource Center offers grassroots training programs and education materials on advocacy and organizing to pro-choice activists nationwide.
2001 ($20,000), 2000 ($25,000), 1999 ($25,000), 1998 ($25,000), 1997 ($25,000), 1996 ($35,000)
Progressive America Fund-NY (The Tides Center)
Progressive America was designed to galvanize a new progressive movement in this country. This grant supported Democracy Summer and the Progressive Student Leadership Project, which trained young activists to work for progressive causes and organizations.
1996 ($25,000)
Progressive Leadership Alliance of Nevada
PLAN provides a vehicle in Nevada for building consensus and collective strategies among progressives on a range of issues including welfare, taxes, environment, campaign finance reform, economic justice, reproductive choice and civic participation.
2004 ($15,000), 2003 ($10,000), 2002 ($10,000), 2001 ($15,000), 2000 ($15,000), 1999 ($15,000), 1998 ($15,000), 1996 ($7,500)
Proteus Fund
The Piper Fund, a project of the Proteus Fund, is a collaborative of funders dedicated to fostering campaign finance reform at the state level.
2004 ($15,000), 2003 ($15,000), 2002 ($20,000), 2001 ($25,000), 2000 ($25,000), 1999 ($25,000), 1998 ($25,000), 1996 ($6,000)
Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility
PEER is an alliance of local, state and federal scientists, law enforcement officers and other professionals dedicated to upholding environmental laws and values. Funding was provided to challenge activities of the Wise Use movement and the radical right.
2001 ($15,000), 2000 ($15,000), 1999 ($15,000), 1998 ($15,000), 1997 ($15,000), 1996 ($10,000)
Re-Visioning New Mexico
Re-Visioning New Mexico enhances civic participation by building a multicultural, multi-issue statewide coalition engaged in research, policy development, training and advocacy for a progressive future.
2004 ($10,000), 2003 ($10,000), 2002 ($15,000), 2001 ($15,000), 2000 ($15,000), 1999 ($15,000), 1998 ($15,000), 1997 ($15,000)
Religious Coalition for Reproductive Choice
The Religious Coalition for Reproductive Choice provides education, training and leadership to organize clergy across the country into a rapid response network of pro-choice religious activists.
2004 ($10,000), 2003 ($10,000), 2002 ($10,000), 2001 ($15,000), 2000 ($15,000), 1999 ($15,000), 1998 ($15,000), 1997 ($15,000)
Rural Organizing Project
Rural Organizing Project strengthens the skills, resources and leadership of local human dignity groups in Oregon to help keep them vibrant sources for a just democracy.
2004 ($10,000), 2003 ($7,500), 2002 ($10,000), 2001 ($15,000), 2000 ($12,000), 1999 ($10,000), 1998 ($10,000), 1997 ($10,000), 1996 ($10,000)
Soul of a Citizen (Center for Ethical Leadership)
Support was provided for promotion and outreach for the book Soul of a Citizen by Paul Loeb.
1997 ($4,000)
Southern Institute for Education and Research
The Southern Institute for Educational Research provides a broad range of anti-bias teaching resources and inter-group relations training for communities in the Deep South.
2004 ($10,000), 2003 ($10,000), 2002 ($10,000), 2001 ($10,000), 2000 ($10,000), 1999 ($10,000), 1998 ($10,000), 1997 ($10,000)
Speak Out! Institute for Social and Cultural Change
This group promotes action for democratic education.
1996 ($5,000)
The Preamble Collaborative
Support went toward the development of a new national dialogue on progressive issues.
1996 ($5,000)
United for a Fair Economy
United for a Fair Economy raises awareness that concentrated wealth and power undermine the economy, corrupt democracy, deepen the racial divide and disrupt communities. UFE provides training, education and resources to help build social movements for greater equality.
1999 ($10,000), 1998 ($10,000), 1996 ($10,000)
United Vision for Idaho
This organization strives to enable residents of Idaho to live with dignity and security in a healthy environment, to promote common values and to empower democratic participation. Support was provided to promote campaign finance reform at the state level.
2004 ($10,000), 2003 ($10,000), 2002 ($10,000), 2001 ($15,000), 2000 ($15,000), 1999 ($10,000), 1998 ($10,000), 1997 ($10,000), 1995 ($15,000)
Virginia Organizing Project
Virginia Organizing Project is a statewide grassroots coalition dedicated to challenging injustice by empowering people in local communities to address issues that affect the quality of their lives.
2004 ($10,000), 2003 ($10,000), 2002 ($10,000), 2001 ($15,000), 2000 ($15,000)
Voting for America
Funding supported Project Vote, which seeks to foster civic participation by under-engaged constituencies.
1996 ($35,000)
Western States Center
Western States Center contributes to building a progressive movement for social, economic, racial and environmental justice in the western states. This grant funded advocacy on campaign finance reform.
2003 ($15,000), 2002 ($15,000), 2001 ($20,000), 2000 ($20,000), 1999 ($15,000), 1998 ($20,000), 1997 ($10,000), 1995 ($15,000)
Wisconsin Citizen Action Fund
Wisconsin Citizen Action supports creating social, economic, environmental and political justice in their state. Support was provided for the Covenant with Our Children education reform project.
2001 ($10,000), 2000 ($10,000)
Youth Vote Coalition (The Tides Center)
This national coalition works to increase civic and political participation by young people; build inclusive, responsible and accountable government; and increase public awareness about the value of participation in democracy through the electoral process.
2004 ($25,000), 2003 ($25,000), 2002 ($15,000), 2001 ($30,000)
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