FUFOR - 1993 Q1 - Quarterly Report January-March

Magazine Overview

This document is the Quarterly Report for the first quarter of 1993 (January - March) from the Fund for UFO Research Inc., based in Washington D.C. It details the organization's activities, financial status, and calls for continued support.

Research and Projects

Roswell UFO Crash Investigation

Efforts to investigate the Roswell UFO crash case continued. The Fund approved a proposal by Karl Pflock, a former deputy assistant secretary of defense and researcher, to conduct further research, including general investigation costs and a field trip to New Mexico to interview witnesses and gather evidence.

UFO Crash/Retrieval Cases

The Fund also approved support for Leonard Stringfield's research expenses into reported UFO crash/retrieval cases, with support up to $1,200 in 1993.

UFO Abduction Phenomenon Conference

On February 6, 1993, the Fund sponsored a conference on the UFO abduction phenomenon in suburban Washington, D.C. Fifty-five people attended, including abduction researcher Budd Hopkins and 20 "experiencers." The conference was coordinated by board member Richard Hall, who has also made his five-year investigation report, "Testing Reality: A Research Guide for the UFO Abduction Experience," available from the Fund.

Space Shuttle Discovery Videotape Analysis

John Kasher, Ph.D., professor of physics and astronomy at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, submitted a proposal to analyze a videotape from the space shuttle Discovery in October 1991. Dr. Kasher believes the tape shows anomalous objects, not ice particles as NASA maintains. The Executive Committee approved the project, agreeing to provide up to $400 for Dr. Kasher to use two graduate students and a $17,000 workstation for the analysis.

Dan Wright's Data Base Project

Several experts praised Dan Wright's initiative to create a national data base for UFO reports. Dr. David M. Jacobs of Temple University called it "immensely useful" and a "sound one," despite the current lack of standardization in methodology. Dr. Eddie Bullard of Indiana University stated that the project addresses the "most outstanding need of current UFO scholarship" and will provide a "vital new tool to ufology." Dr. David E. Pritchard of M.I.T. highlighted its potential as a "tremendously valuable research tool" for therapists, investigators, and scholars, enabling them to study uniformity in accounts and improve investigative techniques.

Donald Keyhoe Journalism Award

A panel consisting of Don Berliner, Richard Hall, and Fred Whiting selected the winners of the 1992 Donald Keyhoe Journalism Award competition:

• First Place: Christopher Evans of the Cleveland Plain Dealer for an article on a U.S. Coast Guard investigation into the landing of an unidentified flying object on Lake Erie in March 1988. Evans received $500.
• Second Place: Annette Gillespie of the Bradenton, FL, Herald for four articles on the UFO abduction phenomenon, featuring local witnesses. Gillespie received $250.
• Third Place: Dawn Shurmaitis of The Times Leader of Wilkes-Barre, PA, for a detailed examination of UFO activity in the state. Shurmaitis received $100.
• Honorable Mention: Robin Hart of the Foothill Leader and Laura Lee Janssen of the Williamsport, PA Sun-Gazette, for articles on a UFO "abductees" support group and a local UFO sighting report, respectively.

Treasurer's Report (1st Quarter, 1993)

Income:

• Donations: $13,374.00
• Sales: $3,189.07
• Postage: $308.66
• Interest: $46.43
• Total Income: $16,918.16

Expenses:

• Program Services: $14,462.81
• Administration: $973.82
• Fundraising: $2,260.34
• Total Expenses: $17,696.97

Financial Summary:

• Balance: ($778.81)
• Current Assets: $8,073.15 (Checking Account: $1,637.92, Dreyfus Account: $3,199.19, Hanson S&L: $2,294.28, Accounts Receivable: $941.76)
• Long-Term Liabilities: $13,621.96 (Crash/retrieval research: $1,200.00, Roswell DC Trip: $5,700.00, Roswell research: $141.39, WSPG project: $840.00, Abduction research: $5,740.57)
• Net Worth: ($5,548.81)

Call for Support

The report emphasizes the need for financial support to continue the Donald Keyhoe Journalism Award competition, requesting at least $2,000 for 1993. It also states that due to increasing costs of postage and printing, this may be the last issue of the Quarterly Report sent to non-donors. Readers are urged to contribute at least $10 to ensure continued receipt of the report.

Premiums and Publications

The Fund offers several premiums for contributions:

• $25 or more: A free copy of Richard Hall's report, "Testing Reality: A Research Guide for the UFO Abduction Experience."
• $50 or more: The above report plus a VHS videotape, "UFO Round Table." If the contributor already has the tape, a copy can be donated in their name to a local cable TV station or educational institution.
• $100 or more: Both premiums plus a $25 gift certificate for future publications or products.

The report also lists several publications available for purchase:

• "Testing Reality: A Research Guide for the UFO Abduction Experience" by Richard Hall (25 pages, stapled): $5.00
• "Abduction Roundtable: New Insights into the UFO Abduction Phenomenon" (60-minute VHS videotape): $30.00
• "Crash at Corona" by Stanton T. Friedman and Don Berliner (Hardcover): $19.95
• "The Roswell Events: A Congressional Briefing Paper" (45 pages, stapled): $15.00

Postage and handling fees are detailed for U.S. and international orders.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The Fund for UFO Research Inc. is dedicated to investigating UFO phenomena, particularly UFO crashes and abductions, and promoting quality journalism on the subject. The organization actively funds research, supports conferences, and recognizes journalistic contributions through awards. The financial report indicates a challenging financial situation, necessitating a strong appeal for donations to sustain its operations and publications. The editorial stance is one of continued commitment to ufological research and dissemination of information, while acknowledging the practical constraints of funding.