The American Conservative Union Foundation is a 501 (c)(3) organization. Our purpose is to educate voters, office-holders and opinion leaders as to why conservative principles work better to solve problems, as well as to equip them to become better conservatives and effective problem-solvers. Our policy centers bring together respected thought leaders under a range of issues, sharing thoughts and conservative solutions with fellow conservatives and the public. Some of our major initiatives include our annual ratings of both federal and state legislators, our Center for Criminal Justice Reform, and our state-based events throughout the country educating people on policies critical to our nation.