Housing Assistance Council

Established in 1940, Investment Company Institute is a trade organization that serves the national association of United States investment companies. Its membership includes more than 8,700 mutual funds, over 650 closed-end funds and four sponsors of unit investment trusts.The company offers services to advance the interests of mutual funds, shareholders, directors and investment advisers by providing secure a variety of public policy objectives. Investment Company Institute also provides for tax-deferred savings opportunities, and ensures fair tax treatment for fund investors. It also promotes public understanding of mutual funds and other investment companies. Additionally, the company provides online information about mutual funds, including stock, bond, and money market, unit investment trusts, and closed-end and exchange-traded funds. Investment Company is located in Washington, D.C.

The Laborers'International Union fights for more opportunities for workers and employers, better wages, good benefits and safe jobsites. Members run the union, electing officers at all levels and participating in the day-to-day affairs of their local unions. Members set priorities for contracts and are key in the union's growth and success. The mission of the Laborers is implemented through nine regions, several district councils and more than 500 local unions. Local unions work together in district councils, which are assisted by regional offices. The Laborers have three affiliated organizations, the National Postal Mail Handlers Union, the National Federation of Independent Unions and the Canadian National Federation of Independent Unions. The union was formed in 1903 and has more than 800,000 members.

American Forests is one of the world s leading organizations that specializes in the plantation of trees for environmental restoration. Founded in 1875, it assists communities in planning and implementing tree and forest actions to restore and maintain healthy ecosystems and communities. The conservation organization serves individuals, community groups, educators and businesses. American Forests also publishes a monthly e-mail newsletter, ForestBytes. Its CITYgreen is a software tool that helps people to understand the value of trees. In addition, the organization conducts various campaigns. American Forests provides the Global ReLeaf 2000 education and action program. It also maintains a tree nursery in Jacksonville in Florida.