The American Friends Service Committee carries out programs of service, development, social justice, and peace throughout the world. Founded in 1917 by Quakers, to provide conscientious objectors with an opportunity to aid civilian war victims, AFSC's work attracts support and partnership of people of many races, religions, and cultures. AFSC's work is based on the Quaker belief in the worth of every person and faith in the power of love to overcome violence and injustice. In 1947, AFSC accepted the Nobel Peace Prize along with the British Friends Service Council on behalf of all Quakers.  WHAT TO DO: Volunteer. Donate.

The Friends Committee on National Legislation (FCNL) is the largest peace lobby in Washington, DC. Founded in 1943 by members of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers), FCNL staff and volunteers work with a nationwide network of tens of thousands of people from many different races, religions, and cultures to advocate social and economic justice, peace, and good government. Their vision of the world they seek is:

• a world free of war and the threat of war;
• a society with equity and justice for all;
• a community where every person's potential may be fulfilled;
• an earth restored.

WHAT TO DO: Donate. Get Alerts. Get a Grassroots Toolkit. Contact Congress. Get free Bumper Sticker ("War Is Not the Answer").

The Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA) is the nation's first and largest group dedicated to the Troops and Veterans of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, and the civilian supporters of those Troops and Veterans. IAVA's mission is to ensure enactment of policies to properly provide for troops and veterans, keep the military strong, and guarantee the national security for the purpose of a stronger America. IAVA empowers Iraq and Afghanistan combat veterans to use their credibility and experiences to speak truth to power, shape public opinion, and place a priority on these issues.  WHAT TO DO: Donate. Tell a friend.