Contrary to conventional wisdom, sunshine is not a natural state.

If it were, the doors to government departments, offices, and bureaus across the country would open wide to the promise of unfettered access. Every hallway would be abuzz with the sweet sound of candid disclosure.

It's a nice idea. But until it's a universal reality, the National Freedom of Information Coalition (NFOIC), through the creation and growth of state-based freedom of information coalitions, remains the preeminent protector of your right to oversee government and access information.

The Freedom of Information Act is not enough. Work with us to ensure its ongoing effectiveness and guarantee open government.

NFOIC Highlights

Citizen Access Project names interim director

Secrecy Report Card for 2008

Groups oppose secrecy in bailout

Executive director Charles Davis interviewed by Radio Netherlands Worldwide

More FOI and open government news

NFOIC Membership

Complacency will kill even the strongest Freedom of Information Act. Membership in NFOIC:

Offers possibility of funding (state coalitions only)
Bolsters a powerful, national voice on FOI issues
Fosters new FOI organizations
Supports existing, citizen-driven FOI and First Amendment organizations
Actively protects your right to open government

Combat deception. Ensure disclosure. Become a member.

Freedom of Information Center

Be sure to check out the newly-improved FOI Center.

Donations

Our mission, the sustained viability of the National Freedom of Information Act, is too important to ignore. Make a tax-deductible contribution, and support one of our most cherished rights -- citizen access to government information. Donate to NFOIC.

NEWS & RESOURCES

We constantly work to provide better resources to member organizations and individuals. Support includes:

FOI ADVOCATE & BLOG

From federal efforts to classify war-related documents to toxic mining in South Carolina, get the latest on FOI efforts from across the country. Read the NFOIC Advocate blog.

GRANTS

NFOIC supports the creation and growth of state FOI coalitions with pass-through grants to 501(c)(3) members (the only qualified recipients of funding). Deadline for applications is October 15, 2008. See details and application guidelines.