German Marshall Fund of the United States

The German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) is a nonpartisan, nonprofit, transatlantic organization headquartered in Washington, DC, with offices in Ankara, Belgrade, Berlin, Brussels, Bucharest, Paris, and Warsaw. Our Vision GMF forges a transatlantic alliance capable of addressing current and future challenges, both domestic and global. By integrating time-tested values with innovative solutions, we shape a partnership ready for the complexities of the 21st century. Our Mission GMF champions democracy, prosperity, and security as the cornerstones of the transatlantic relationship. In the spirit of the Marshall Plan, GMF develops innovative policy ideas, builds next-generation leadership, and empowers civil society.

Rice University's Baker Institute for Public Policy

Founded in 1993, the Baker Institute is one of the leading nonpartisan public policy think tanks in the country. As an integral part of Rice University, the institute has a strong track record of achievement based on the work of Rice faculty and the institute's endowed fellows and scholars. The mission of the Baker Institute is to help bridge the gap between the theory and practice of public policy by drawing together experts from academia, government, media, business, and nongovernmental organizations. By involving policymakers and scholars, as well as students, the institute seeks to improve the debate on selected public policy issues and to make a difference in the formulation, implementation, and evaluation of public policy, both domestic and international. You can also connect with us on Instagram (@bakerinstitute), Facebook (www.facebook.com/BakerInstitute), and X, formerly known as Twitter (@BakerInstitute).

Resources for the Future

Resources for the Future improves environmental, energy, and natural resource decisions through impartial economic research and policy engagement. RFF is committed to being the most widely trusted source of research insights and policy solutions leading to a healthy environment and a thriving economy. RFF is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization that operates according to four core values: BALANCE: RFF focuses on improving both environmental and economic outcomes. INDEPENDENCE: RFF is nonpartisan and its research is nonproprietary and publicly available. RIGOR: RFF adheres to the highest scientific and professional standards. RESULTS: RFF’s work leads to better decisions.

Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise

Established in 1985 by Frank Hawkins Kenan, the Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise is a nonpartisan business policy think tank affiliated with the UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School. The nonprofit institute and its affiliated centers convene leaders from the private sector, academic community and government to build a greater understanding of how entrepreneurship, economic development and global commerce can work for the public good. The institute leverages best-in-class research to develop market-based solutions to today’s most complex economic challenges. In doing so, the institute aims to support businesses and policies that better the lives of people in North Carolina, across the country and around the world.

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