National Freedom of Information Coalition


The National Freedom of Information Coalition works to protect the public's right to oversee its government. NFOIC annually offers some $220,000 in grants to foster the creation and growth of state FOI coalitions to protect the public's right to an open government, following guidelines established by the Freedom of Information Act.

Learn more about us and how you can join NFOIC.

NFOIC Highlights

NFOIC grant application deadline nears
FOI ADVOCATE Blog—Introducing the official blog of NFOIC
Heroes of the 50 states—Call for nominees

Grants

NFOIC offers some $220,000 annually in pass-through grants to foster both the creation and growth of state FOI coalitions, assist with projects furthering public access to government records and meetings, and ensure the public's right to know. Find out more.

Membership

NFOIC members comprise an alliance of freestanding, nonprofit, state FOI and First Amendment organizations and academic centers concentrating on First Amendment-related issues. All those with an expressed concern for open government and freedom of information are invited to join the coalition. View our membership and find out how to join NFOIC.

Resources

The FOI ADVOCATE is the e-newsletter of NFOIC. The State and Federal Resources contains descriptions and links for publications, contacts, and legislation. Join the FOI LISTSERV and find out what's happening.

Join NFOIC

Help support the work of NFOIC, an assemblage of state and regional FOI organizations, academic and First Amendment centers, and associate members drawn by a common purpose: to ensure the public's right to oversee its government. Join NFOIC.


Seattle Sunshine: 2007 FOI Summit

NFOIC and the Washington Coalition for Open Government are proud to announce SEATTLE SUNSHINE: 2007 FOI SUMMIT. Conference information will be updated periodically, so check in often.