FUFOR - 1991 Q3 and Q4 - Quarterly Report July-December

Magazine Overview

This document is the "QUARTERLY REPORT" from the Fund for UFO Research Inc., covering the period of July - December 1991. The organization is based in Mount Rainier, MD, with a Washington D.C. office. The report details the Fund's activities, research projects, financial status, and publications.

Key Activities and Research

Roswell Case Investigation

The latter half of 1991 was marked by significant cooperation between the Fund for UFO Research, the Center for UFO Studies, and principal investigators concerning the 1947 UFO crash in New Mexico. This collaboration began in July during the Mutual UFO Network Annual Symposium in Chicago. Despite disagreements on the evidence for a second crash site near Corona, the organizations agreed to support the ongoing investigation.

On July 24, 1991, Gerald Anderson, described as the only known living first-hand witness involved in the events, underwent a polygraph examination in Kansas City, MO. The examination was coordinated by nuclear physicist Stanton Friedman and funded by the Fund. The certified polygraph examiner concluded that Anderson's account showed no evidence of deception, marking the first time a Roswell witness had passed such a test.

Discussions were held in the fall regarding the possibility of sponsoring a conference for a full exchange of evidence related to the Plains of San Agustin account. The conference was scheduled for mid-February, with attendance by invitation only, and a report on its proceedings was to be made available afterward.

The Fund's Executive Committee received and approved six new grant proposals for research into UFO crash/retrieval cases, including Roswell, totaling over $30,000. Proposals involving expenditures over $1,000 were forwarded to the National Board for review. By December, most had been approved, pending fund availability.

An appeal for additional support for the ongoing investigation was sent to the Fund's donor list and CUFOS Associates. A second videotape featuring first-hand witnesses to the retrieval of UFO wreckage and alien bodies was offered to contributors of $50 or more. To date, the Fund has spent over $50,000 on the Roswell case, making it the most expensive civilian UFO case investigation ever conducted.

Other Research Projects

• Two completed projects supported by the Fund during this period include:
• Michael Chorost's analysis of crop circles in Great Britain during the summer of 1991.
• Ann Druffel's report on an alleged "missing fetus" UFO abduction case.

Both reports were made available to Fund contributors. Mrs. Druffel's report was sent free of charge to anyone purchasing another report from the enclosed list.

Donald E. Keyhoe Journalism Award

An appeal for contributions to the Donald E. Keyhoe Journalism Award exceeded its goal, raising at least $2,000. This award aims to recognize the best articles or stories on the UFO subject published or broadcast during 1991, encouraging quality journalism and investigative reporting. Judging for the 1991 award was scheduled for early 1992.

Personnel Changes

David Schwartzman, Ph.D., resigned from the National Board. He was replaced by Thomas E. Bullard, Ph.D., an assistant professor of folklore at Indiana University and an authority on UFO abduction cases.

International Cooperation

The Fund for UFO Research, along with the Center for UFO Studies and the Mutual UFO Network, helped form the Joint American-Soviet Aerial Anomaly Federation. Initiated by Richard Haines, Ph.D., this organization aims to foster information exchange between major UFO organizations in both countries. The breakup of the Soviet Union was not expected to affect this international cooperation effort.

Academic Research

In late 1991, the Fund acquired five theses prepared by students at the U.S. Air Force Air University and Staff College between 1968 and 1974. Two of these theses were noted as being highly critical of the Air Force's official position on UFOs. The Fund planned to publish the two best papers and make the others available upon request.

Financial Statement (3rd & 4th Quarters, 1991)

Income

• Donations: $9,791.41
• Sales: $4,418.39
• Postage: $495.75
• Other: $252.69
• Interest Income: $124.54
• Total Income: $15,082.78

Expenses

• Program Services: $12,920.12
• Administration: $1,862.33
• Fundraising: $1,962.04
• Total Expenses: $16,744.49

Assets (As of December 31, 1991)

• Checking Account: $1,642.08
• Dreyfus Account: $3,210.14
• Hanson S&L: $2,193.46
• Accounts Receivable: $1,763.93
• Total Assets: $8,809.61

Liabilities

• Crash/retrieval research: $1,200.00
• Roswell case follow-up: $2,700.00
• Roswell video production: $500.00
• Roswell witnesses' trip: $5,700.00
• Roswell "summit meeting": $2,178.50
• Abduction implant: $2,000.00
• Keyhoe Award for 1991: $2,000.00
• Abduction case study: $170.00
• Total Liabilities: $16,448.50

Net Worth

• Net Worth: -$7,638.89

#### Treasurer's Note

The balance sheet indicates a temporary imbalance where liabilities exceed assets. This figure does not account for anticipated fundraising results for the Roswell UFO crash case investigation. The Fund emphasizes that this is an ongoing project funded as money becomes available.

Publications and Offers

Available Reports

• The Summer 1991 Crop Circles: The Data Emerges by Michael Chorost: A 75-page illustrated report on crop circles, including color photos, charts, and graphs, and a "Partial Crop Circle Catalogue." Price: $25.00.
• Should the USAF Reopen Project Blue Book? by Maj. William E. Brummett and Capt. Emest R. Zuick, Jr.: A May 1974 research study evaluating Project Blue Book, concluding a need for new UFO investigations. 115 pages; stapled. Price: $17.25.
• UFOs and Extraterrestrial Life by Capt. Darrell L. Stanley: A 1968 study arguing for the reality of UFOs and intelligent extraterrestrial life. 62 pages; stapled. Price: $12.40.
• UFO Crash/Retrievals: The Inner Sanctum by Leonard H. Stringfield: Status reports on UFO crashes and recoveries, including Roswell and Kecksburg. 142 pages. Price: $17.00.
• The Roswell Report: A Historical Perspective by George Eberhart (ed.): A comprehensive look at the Roswell UFO crash case, with updated information. 146 pages, illustrated. Price: $12.00.
• UFO Crash At Roswell by Kevin D. Randle and Donald R. Schmitt: A detailed account of the July 1947 event surrounding the UFO crash and alien bodies retrieval near Roswell, NM. Paperback, illustrated. Price: $4.95.

Special Offer

Ann Druffel's report on a "missing fetus" case is offered free of charge with the purchase of any of the listed documents.

Order Form Details

An order form is included for purchasing publications and making tax-deductible contributions. Contributors of at least $10 can receive "UFODAZE" by Pat Nolan and updates through 1992. Postage and handling fees are specified for domestic and foreign orders.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The Fund for UFO Research consistently supports rigorous, evidence-based investigation into UFO phenomena. The report emphasizes cooperation between organizations, the importance of witness testimony (including polygraph verification), and the critical examination of official government positions (like Project Blue Book). There is a clear focus on the Roswell incident as a primary area of research. The Fund also promotes quality journalism in the field through its award. The editorial stance is one of open inquiry, seeking to uncover the truth about UFOs through scientific and historical research, and fostering international collaboration.