Follow these links to learn more about the federal budget and to inform your thinking about America's national priorities.

The Children's Defense Fund provides a strong voice for America's children through research, public education campaigns, advocacy and coalition building.

The Center for Defense Information educates the public and informs policy-makers about issues of security policy, strategy, operations, weapon systems and defense budgeting.

The Natural Resources Defense Council protects the planet's wildlife and wild places and promotes a safe and healthy environment for all living things through law, science, and the actions of members.

The National Priorities Project offers citizens and community groups tools and resources to shape federal budget and policy priorities which promote social and economic justice.

TrueMajority brings together all those who believe in social justice, giving children a decent start in life, protecting the environment, and America working in cooperation with the world community.

SOS Children's Villages  Founded in 1949 to serve children orphaned and abandoned after World War II, SOS today continues to provide loving homes, stable environments and supportive communities for children in need.