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The Foundation for the Defense of Democracies (FDD) is a tax-deductible, non-profit organization that works to help Americans understand the terrorist threat to freedom and democracy. Please consider supporting our communications, research and educational efforts with a contribution. Your support – at whatever level – means a lot and helps a lot.



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We offer the following benefits to our FDD Donors:

FDD Newsletter
Weekly summary of the latest developments in the war on terrorism and the defense of democracies as well as highlights of the latest commentary and news from around the world.

FDD Sample of Articles
Print and online articles by FDD staff and fellows which have been published by major media outlets.

Backgrounders
Useful background information for understanding news events.

Policy Briefings
Policy briefings on important policy issues in the news.

FDD Special Reports
Reports on special campaigns run by FDD.

Best of FDD Media Appearances
Ten minutes of select media appearances from FDD staff and advisors on a range of topics relating to the war on terrorism and the defense of democracies.

FDD Recommended Books
For donors giving more than $500, you will receive a complimentary copy of one of FDD's featured books. For donors giving more than $1,000, you will receive complimentary copies of two of FDD's featured books.

White Papers
In-depth examination of topics relating to the war on terrorism and the defense of democracies.

FDD Insider
The FDD Insider includes a weekly update on the war on terrorism with insights from FDD President Cliff May, a former foreign correspondent for the New York Times, as well as other FDD staff and fellows. It also features reports on FDD’s programs and activities, including news on our academic and undergraduate fellows’ activities on campus.

FDD Policy Conferences
Periodic conferences with top government officials, counter-terrorism experts, journalists, and FDD policy staff.

FDD Exclusive Briefings
Periodic briefings for donors on key policy issues and on FDD campaigns and activities. Briefings are held in Washington, D.C. or in other U.S. cities depending upon the availability of speakers.

"Democracy Salon"
Invitation to an exclusive “Democracy Salon” featuring top government officials, opinion makers, and other prominent individuals in an elegant location.

Special Briefings from the President's Desk
Periodic and confidential briefings from FDD President, Cliff May.