FUFOR - 1993 Q4 - Quarterly Report October-December

Magazine Overview

Title: Fund for UFO Research Inc. Quarterly Report
Issue: October - December 1993
Date: 1993-10-01
Publisher: Fund for UFO Research Inc.
Location: Washington D.C. / Mount Rainier, MD
Document Type: Magazine Issue

This quarterly report from the Fund for UFO Research Inc. details the organization's activities and financial status for the period of October to December 1993. The report highlights the Fund's significant involvement in developments surrounding the Roswell UFO crash case, including a congressional investigation, a legal effort, and support for a television documentary. It also covers other research grants, organizational news, and financial statements.

Key Activities and Developments

Roswell UFO Crash Case

The Fund was actively engaged with the Roswell UFO crash case during this quarter. A major development was U.S. Representative Steve Schiff (R-NM) officially requesting the General Accounting Office to investigate whether there had been a cover-up of information concerning the 1947 event. This action was based on information provided by Fund grantee Karl Pflock and Fund board member Fred Whiting.

Additionally, lawyers from a prestigious Washington, D.C. law firm were hired, with funding from a West Coast contributor to the Fund, to travel to New Mexico and interview alleged witnesses to the recovery of debris and bodies. The Fund financed this effort with a $20,000 donation, although it was noted that none of the individuals involved ultimately desired legal counsel.

Television Documentary Support

Award-winning television documentary producer Gary Beebe sought and received support from the Fund for a documentary tentatively titled "Incident at Roswell." The Fund approved a grant of $4,000 to cover transportation costs for bringing witnesses to Roswell for interviews. The production company planned to make copies of the documentary available for sale through the Fund, with the program expected to air in 1994 on a major cable television network.

Other Research Grants

In December, the Fund approved a grant of $2,600 to investigator Christopher Styles to examine a reported UFO crash in Shag Harbor, Nova Scotia, on October 4, 1967. Contemporary newspaper accounts suggested that the incident involved something unusual.

Soviet Union UFO Research

Several developments occurred concerning UFO research in the former Soviet Union. The Fund approved two grant requests from the Research Institute on Anomalous Phenomena (RIAP) in Ukraine. These grants were for a psycho-physiological investigation of an alleged abduction witness and for studies into the "hidden history" of Soviet UFOlogy.

The Joint USA-CIS Aerial Anomaly Federation, of which the Fund is a member, released its 1993 annual report, acknowledging the Fund's assistance. Furthermore, the Citizen Ambassador Program, initiated by Dwight Eisenhower, requested the Fund to compile a list of individuals suitable to serve as a delegation to Russia in 1994 to discuss UFOs.

Archiving of Dr. James E. McDonald's Files

During this period, the Fund also approved a proposal from researcher Ann Druffel to re-assemble and catalog the files and library of Dr. James E. McDonald in Tucson, Arizona. These materials are intended for donation to the University of Arizona, with the grant amount set at $2,275.

Organizational News

New Board Member

The Fund announced the addition of a new board member: David A. Gotlib, M.D., from Toronto. Dr. Gotlib is a family therapist, publisher of the "Bulletin of Anomalous Experience," and recognized in the field of UFO abduction research. He replaces Ron Westrum, Ph.D., who resigned due to time constraints.

Treasurer's Report (Fourth Quarter 1993)

• Income:
• Donations: $10,568.50
• Sales: $2,535.87
• Postage: $187.00
• Interest: $54.63
• Total Income: $13,346.00

• Expenses:
• Program Services: $5,737.65
• Administration: $1,479.62
• Fundraising: $861.62
• Total Expenses: $8,078.89

Balance: $5,267.11

• Assets:
• Checking Account: $1,826.77
• Dreyfus Account: $13,957.80*
• Hanson S&L: $2,328.25
• Total Assets: $18,112.82

• Liabilities:
• Crash/retrieval Research: $459.37
• Roswell Research: $2,295.55
• Abduction Research: $1,281.16
• White Sands Case: $840.00
• Space Shuttle Video Analysis: $200.00
• Roswell Documentary: $4,000.00
• Shag Harbor Case: $2,600.00
• McDonald Files: $2,275.00
• Total Liabilities: $13,951.08

Net Worth: $4,161.74

*Includes $6,000 set aside as a Long-Term Fund.

Treasurer's Note: In 1993, the Fund raised $73,317.75 and spent $63,177.70. Over 87% of expenditures went to Program Services, with only 6% to Administration and 7% to Fundraising. The Fund's support in 1993 contributed to ongoing Roswell case research, other crash/retrieval investigations, an abduction case database, a local abduction conference, an awards program, and a media campaign to raise public and congressional awareness of UFOs.

1994 Appeal: The Fund anticipates increased need for support in 1994 to advocate for congressional hearings on the Roswell case. To cover rising printing and postage costs, an annual appeal for donations of at least $10 is being made to maintain mailing lists. Contributors of $15 or more will receive front pages of the Roswell Daily Record from July 8-9, 1947, detailing the "flying disc" discovery and the government's weather balloon explanation.

Publications and Materials Offered

The Reply Form (4Q93) lists several publications and materials available for purchase or as part of a contribution:

• Proceedings of the National Capital Area Abduction Research Conference: Edited by Richard Hall, this report covers a 1993 meeting on abduction phenomena. ($7.50)
• UFOs and the U.S. Government by Don Berliner: An analysis of the early history of government involvement in the UFO phenomenon. (35 pages, $8.50)
• Radar-Visual UFO Cases in 1952: The UFO Sightings that Shook the Government by Richard Hall: Focuses on significant 1952 sightings using government documents. (14 pages plus appendices, $5.00)
• "Mysteries of the Sky": A VHS recording of a 1993 seminar offering a comprehensive overview of the UFO phenomenon. (1 hour, 55 minutes, $40.00)

Donations are tax-deductible. The Fund requests checks be made payable in U.S. funds only.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this report are the ongoing investigation into the Roswell UFO incident, the broader study of UFO phenomena including abductions and crashes, and the effort to bring public and governmental attention to the subject. The Fund positions itself as a key facilitator and supporter of credible research and public awareness campaigns in the field of ufology. The editorial stance is one of active engagement, seeking to uncover information, support researchers, and educate the public and policymakers about UFOs. The emphasis on financial transparency and the appeal for continued support underscore the organization's reliance on public contributions to fund its mission.