ANNUAL REPORT 2003 Treaties are negotiated by governments. Peace is made by people. Seeds of Peace is doing what no government can.

It is sowing the seeds of peace among the next generation of leaders. "Seeds has given me a vision - a vision of peace, a better future, It is educating them to develop empathy, respect and confidence. coexisting and living together side by side. I've seen it with my own It is equipping them with communication and negotiation skills. eyes - it is possible." - Israeli Seed Table of Contents It is enabling them to see the human face of their enemies. President’s Letter 2 Programs International Camp 6 By empowering them to emerge as tomorrow's leaders, Middle East: Jerusalem Center 8 South Asia 10 Seeds of Peace is working to forge the personal relations so critical Cyprus 11 Balkans 11 to peacemaking and reconciliation. Maine 11 Leadership Education Program 14 International Youth Conference 15 Delegation Leaders 16 Recognition Media Support 18 Government Support 19 Financials Funding 22 Donors 24 Melanie Stetson Freeman/© 2002 The Christian Science Monitor All rights reserved. (www.csmonitor.com). A MESSAGE FROM PRESIDENT AARON DAVID MILLER

REFLECTIONS ON SEEDS OF PEACE, 2003

s I reflect on my first year at past summer, we maintained continuous stituencies for change. Breakthroughs for a free press. These initiatives not Center for Coexistence in Jerusalem; our Seeds, and of course all our support- Seeds of Peace, I realize how programming in the region for recent have always resulted from leaders get- only prepare Seeds of Peace graduates and an exciting new Arab and American ers for making my first year so success- Amuch we have achieved but also Seeds of Peace graduates while hosting ting out in front of their publics. No for future leadership positions, but put dialogue for camp’s third session bring- ful. With your continued support, I am how much remains to be done. I have three successful sessions at the Seeds of other organization is training young peo- these teenagers in immediate positions ing young Arabs (Iraqi, Kuwaiti, Saudi, confident we will be able to continue our been struck these many months by the Peace International Camp in Maine. In ple for this role. to influence the attitudes of their peers, Yemeni, Egyptian and Jordanian) unique mission for years to come. critical importance and the unique October, we brought more than 120 communities, and governments. together with a cross-section of young nature of what we do in several respects. Seeds graduates from four conflict areas Third, for Seeds to develop and increase Americans. Best Regards, together for the Breaking News, Making its impact, we need access to more Fourth, we must continue to innovate. First, after working for close to 25 years Headlines International Youth Confer- young people, more programming in the New initiatives will be critical in 2004. We cannot possibly have accomplished in the world of conventional diplomacy, ence in New York City. No other organi- region, and more focus on substantive These initiatives include: creating a tar- what we have without your generous I am convinced that the approach zation can do such amazing work of this programs. As our Seeds mature past the geted program for our age-18-and-older support. I want to take this opportunity Aaron David Miller embodied by Seeds of Peace is critical to kind. camp years (ages 14 to 16) they hunger Israeli and Palestinian Seeds out of the to thank our extraordinary staff, board, President, Seeds of Peace peace-making–whether it’s Arab-Israeli, Indian-Pakistani, Greek-Turkish, or rela- tions throughout the Balkans. LOOKINGAHEAD NEW PARTNERSHIPS “The best response to the often-asked question ‘Does Seeds of Peace work?’ is to SESAME WORKSHOP: SESAME SEEDS help these young profession- Seeds of Peace and Sesame Workshop are now partnering to create “Sesame Seeds,” based als make their mark, today on Sesame Stories, a regional project involving three parallel television series and outreach and in the future.” initiatives created by Sesame Workshop and their Israeli, Palestinian and Jordanian local pro- duction partners.

Negotiations, as governments pursue Those graduates selected to be part of the Sesame Seeds program will serve as kindergarten them, are transactional in character – classroom facilitators – extending their commitment to the values taught at Seeds of Peace by promoting the Sesame based on calculations rooted in national Stories message of respect and tolerance. Working together with Sesame Workshop and the locally-based Sesame and political interests. This is as it should Stories outreach partners, Seeds of Peace will train a cadre of its Palestinian and Israeli graduates as informal edu- be. But it is insufficient to achieve any- cators who, through activities and interactive projects, will work with young children in classrooms to reinforce the thing remotely resembling real peace. Photo: Martine Bisagni core educational goals of the Israeli and Palestinian television series and outreach materials. A similar project is planned in Jordan. What Seeds of Peace does is based on Second, Seeds is about empowering for training that will help them attain transformational diplomacy: changing thousands of young leaders in all facets professional skills. Seeds of Peace now the perceptions and attitudes of individ- of society to lead and to prepare for the tracks its graduates from entry into camp THE DANIEL PEARL FOUNDATION: MEDIA INTERNSHIP PROGRAM uals through personal relationships. future. If one percent of almost 2,500 through their mid-twenties. Transactional diplomacy can produce young people who have been through Daniel The Daniel Pearl Foundation Media Internship Program will provide three-month internships in political agreements, but not peace or our program in the last decade emerge Indeed, the best response to the often- Pearl professional media organizations in the Middle East for five Israeli and five Palestinian graduates reconciliation. Transactional diplomacy as real leaders–in education, in industry, asked question “Does Seeds of Peace FOUNDATION of Seeds of Peace interested in pursuing careers in journalism. This program is a part of the Seeds combined with transformational diplo- in journalism, in law and of course, in work?” is to help these young profes- of Peace Media Initiative and is designed to foster the next generation of Middle Eastern jour- macy can achieve both. the political arena–the contours of these sionals make their mark, today and in nalists by giving them knowledge and practical experience through a meaningful internship in journalism; encour- conflicts could be permanently altered the future. Our new partnership with age the media to help de-escalate the conflict and eliminate the negative stereotypes and inflammatory rhetoric; That is why the work of Seeds of Peace for the better. Sesame Workshop will train our older build on the media skills taught to Seeds of Peace graduates through media courses and seminars at the Center for is so critical. During 2003, the Seeds of Seeds to perform coexistence work in Coexistence in Jerusalem and at the Breaking News, Making Headlines International Youth Conference that was Peace Center for Coexistence in This notion of leadership training is crit- kindergartens. Media internships, co- held in New York City in October 2003. Jerusalem ran weekly programs for hun- ical. In the Middle East, public opinion sponsored with the Daniel Pearl dreds of Israelis and Palestinians. This has rarely been able to create real con- Foundation, will nurture appreciation

2 3 Letters from Seeds Graduates

Upon returning home from the Seeds of Peace International Camp, I didn’t see Why myself as an “Ambassador of Peace,” despite the certificate I had received. I Choose My involvement in Seeds of Peace inspired my parents to invite all the parents of Seeds living locally to our house for dinner. This meeting turned out to be the first of to be an many, and thus the “Parents of Seeds” forum was created. Now it’s my mom who comes home frustrated, yet exhilarated, after a difficult “coexistence” dinner. Her Ambassador feelings are not very different from any first-year camper’s feelings. of Peace Through the years, my commitment and belief in Seeds of Peace grew, but I still never felt like an Ambassador.

On a recent visit to the United States, I arrived knowing it would be my last chance to travel for the next three years, as I would soon be joining the army. With this in mind, I decided to make the best of my time and pursue what is important and meaningful. I didn’t want to just shop or lie on the beach. I had a personal need to fulfill, a compelling force to spread the Seeds of Peace message and reach out to my "By coming to Seeds of Peace, I have seen what is going on outside surroundings. This is when I found the Ambassador in me. my world. By hearing people's stories and experience I have felt that my Imagine this: I, a fair-skinned, young blonde, with little terrorist potential, was pulled horizon has broadened. Now I have the strength and hope to think about aside by airport security. My wristwatch might have been the culprit, but I was my future." - Afghan Seed uncomfortable just the same. To overcome my awkwardness in this situation, I struck Programs up a conversation with the security agent. Her metal detector hung limply from her hand and her mouth fell open as she listened to my description of far-off worlds, International Camp where people die in bombings, girls must go to the army, occupation is a reality, and Middle East: Jerusalem Center for me, so is having Arab friends. A message from South Asia Israeli Seed, Speaking to a Stanford University professor gave me another perspective–one of a Cyprus Orly Bogler, Age 18 hardened and weathered man whose skepticism in Seeds of Peace was quite obvious. Balkans As I told him of our joint celebration of Christmas, Ramadan and Hanukah, I could Maine see his tough exterior cracking.

These encounters left me reassessing my role as a Seed. Being able to reach these varied individuals and tell them about my experience at Seeds of Peace gave me a feeling of fulfillment like never before. I created these opportunities out of a personal need, something deep inside calling me to speak up. I was taking charge of creating my own character.

As I turn 18, a new and challenging future awaits me. I am now in the Israeli Air Force Intelligence unit of the Israeli Defense Force. I am surrounded by people from all sectors of the Jewish community, with varied opinions and points of view. But, Seeds of Peace has fully equipped me with the tools of communication, humaniza- tion and open-mindedness so that while I am here, I can make a difference.

The “Ambassador of Peace” certificate that I received at camp didn’t make me an Ambassador. Only I could do that. While only our leaders can sign peace treaties, in order to make them work, people on both sides must join them. I know I can say on my behalf and on the behalf of all the Seeds of Peace–count us in!

I’ve come to learn that Ambassadors don’t have to be diplomats working behind closed doors. Ambassadors can also be you and me.

Sincerely,

Orly Bogler, Haifa

4 PROGRAMS | INTERNATIONAL CAMP

CELEBRATING THE MAGIC OF SEEDS OF PEACE experiences. Sports, water activities, meals and trips to the Seadogs baseball INTERNATIONAL CAMP game allowed campers to pursue indi- vidual challenges while experiencing new things together. “Seeds of Peace taught me that in order to achieve the Seeds of Peace International Camp cel- greatest things you need to take the ebrated its 11th summer with three ses- biggest risks,” said Israeli Seed, Mirit. sions that included more than 450 youth “And I'm not afraid to take those risks from the Middle East, Balkans, Cyprus, now.” India and Pakistan, Afghanistan and from diverse communities in the United As always, each session concluded with States. Like the 2,000-plus Seeds who three days of Color Games. Campers attended before them, these youngsters divided into two teams – blue and green – shared the magic of camp and the power and competed in everything from soccer Photos: Susi Eggenberger to cooking, waterskiing to art. Through NBA stars teach basketball skills to campers during the second annual "Play for Peace" clinic at of the Maine woods. camp. Left: Brent Barry of the Seattle Supersonics. Right: Jason Collins of the New Jersey Nets such activities, the idea of humanizing and Jarron Collins of the Utah Jazz. Other players included Matt Bonner (Toronto Raptors), the enemy crystallized. Teamwork, Carlos Boozer (Cleveland Cavaliers), T.J. Ford (Milwaukee Bucks), and Brian Scalabrine (New “There's no place like camp. cooperation and communication over- Jersey Nets). It's a place where all people rode national, political or religious iden- tity. Blue and green were the only iden- LOOKINGAHEAD are equal, despite their sur- tities that mattered. face attributes.” BEYOND BORDERS: ARABS AND AMERICANS IN Going home is never easy, but the THE 21ST CENTURY achievements of camp are not forgotten. Treasured for its natural beauty, individ- Shanoor, an Indian delegate, summed it In the wake of September 11th and the recent war in Iraq, the divide between ual freedoms and sheer fun, camp was up best: “Often I'd walk away from coex- the United States and the Arab/Muslim world has grown wider; the need for even more invaluable due to what tran- istence, my mind swimming in frustra- greater dialogue, understanding and communication has never been more spired on site every day. Each morning, tion as I tried to balance patriotism with critical. youngsters from intense regions of con- a desire for peace. Ultimately I realized flict woke up next to their putative ene- that peace and compromise go hand-in- In 2004, Seeds of Peace will launch a groundbreaking exchange program to mies–teenagers just like them, but rep- hand, and if we want a better future, the

Photo: Susi Eggenberger create an environment for honest and constructive dialogue between Arabs and resenting the other side of their conflict. first step has to be ours. When camp was Americans. Sixty teenagers and twenty adults from across the United States and Together these youth braved the cold “There's no place like camp,” said Tala, a over, I prepared to return to the real the Arab world, including Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Yemen, Egypt, and Maine mornings and faced the day– first-year camper from the Palestinian world, a place filled with war, agony and Jordan, will meet for the first time for a two-week session at the Seeds of Peace eating together, laughing together and delegation which, for the first time in hatred. But a new hope glowed inside International Camp in Maine. In Spring 2005, they will reconvene in Jordan for sharing activities together. three years, included teenagers from me. I hated the fact that this was the a week of intensive dialogue sessions, leadership training, and continued towns throughout the West Bank. “It’s a end, but now I realize that this is not the activism. Seeds of Peace is uniquely positioned to foster the understanding, Daily, these youngsters sat side-by-side place where all people are equal, despite end. It is not even the beginning of the cooperation, and collaboration required to realize shared goals of stability and and discussed what divides them back their surface attributes.” Tala tells of the end–but it is perhaps the end of the prosperity. home. In 90 minute sessions, Seeds tack- wonderful friendships she developed, beginning.” led the toughest, most sensitive issues but does not forget how tough the initial and sought common ground to create decision was to attend. “Before going to elements of understanding. It is a pow- camp, many people discouraged me and erful process–getting to know your thought it was nonsense to go to a camp enemy – and one that can only happen in and discuss peace and coexistence with the neutral and supportive environment the other side, but I followed my heart, that the Seeds of Peace International and went there. I'm glad I did. I hope to Camp provides. Last summer, with world go to camp once again, because it conflicts so intense, the coexistence pro- changed my life, and, of course, that gram was difficult, yet important. change was a good and beneficial one.” “Opening our hearts to one another was like pulling teeth,” said Yosi, a second- Participants developed personal

year Israeli camper, “but we did it.” strengths to parallel their coexistence Photo: Martine Bisagni

6 7 PROGRAMS | MIDDLE EAST: JERUSALEM CENTER

PARTICIPATION AT THE More than 500 Seeds, friends and fami- tion, and understanding among the ly members from Israel, the West Bank Seeds’ parents and families. Parents of JERUSALEM CENTER ON THE RISE and Gaza met at the largest Center pro- Seeds began holding their own “coexis- gram of last summer. From community tence sessions” last May. Two groups of service projects, to exploring Jerusalem, Palestinian and Israeli Seed parents now to a huge end of season celebration, meet monthly to engage in intensive dia- At the Center for Coexistence in “Summer @ the Center” was remarkable logue and discover the common bonds Jerusalem, the leadership training and in every way. Israelis and Palestinians they share as parents and individuals. peace-building processes that began at gained a rare opportunity to see the city Said one mother, “I feel that the more I camp continue and take root at home. In together, through the eyes of Jews, hear and argue about the conflicting 2003, 500 Palestinian and Israeli Seeds, Muslims and Christians. Seeds and subjects that brought our people, Arabs friends, and families participated in pro- friends from Tulkarem, Afula, Nablus, Seeds participated in a seminar entitled and Jews, to sad and difficult times, the grams at the Center designed to Haifa, Jerusalem, Jericho, Ashdod, "Making a Difference" in order to more anxious I am to meet my new enhance their leadership potential and Ramallah, Tel Aviv, and Beit Jala experi- explore practical ways to help their com- friends again and continue our talk.” spread the message of Seeds of Peace in enced something they never knew was munities. Following the discussions, the the region. Their participation was even possible–a day of friendship, fun and Israeli Seeds traveled to the economical- The year 2003 ended with 160 Israeli more poignant due to challenges from meaningful dialogue with those they had ly depressed town of Dimona where and Palestinian Seeds gathering for a their own communities and from the only known as “the enemy.” they helped paint and fix the homes of marathon coexistence seminar. Their reg- risks of travel. struggling residents while the ular “advanced groups” met intensively Palestinian Seeds traveled to Jericho to over a 36-hour period, holding dialogue Israeli and Palestinian Seeds who were volunteer in a refugee camp school and sessions, planning and preparing com- campers between 1993 and 1999 partic- lead activities for the students. munity projects and teaching each other ipated for the first time in a course in Arabic and Hebrew. “This Marathon was negotiation and mediation. Professional Seeds from all over Israel, the West the living proof of how Seeds of Peace’s mediation training was conducted by Bank and Gaza addressed important regional program has expanded,” said Jerusalem’s Mediation and Conflict issues about the press in a Media Israeli Seed, Yaniv. “The Marathon Resolution Institute. The twenty adult Seminar held at Wahat al Salaam/Neve raised a number of difficult issues that Seeds are now using their skills for vol- Shalom. Through panel discussions, lec- we need to struggle with to make Seeds unteer work in schools, with younger tures and small group workshops with of Peace as great as it can be.” Seeds in their dialogue sessions, and in Community activism drew 55 Palestin- leading Arab and Israeli journalists, sixty their own work-related organizations. Last winter, 120 Israeli and Palestinian songs, telling jokes, telling stories….I ian Seeds, from the West Bank and Seeds were exposed to a variety of points “The position people take or argue about alumni gathered in the desert at Kibbutz did wonderful things that made me Gaza, to the Jericho Resort Village for a of view, asked challenging questions, and is sometimes different from their true Yahel for the annual Seeds of Peace remember that I am a Seed of Peace and weekend workshop. Along with a group discussed issues intensely. interests. Arguments can sometimes be Winter Workshop. Here, Seeds studied have many friends from both sides.” of speakers, including Sa'eb Erekat, solved if they are made aware of that. influential world and personal leaders, Palestinian Authority Minister of Local Cultural celebrations provided informal The course taught me how to try to help Younger Israeli and Palestinian Seeds Government and Chief Negotiator, opportunities for contact, communica- people solve their problems by them- made joint presentations in their selves,” said Kherellah, a Palestinian “I retrieved my Seeds spirit. schools, offering hundreds of their peers Seed. Each night we stayed up late; the chance to meet someone from the LOOKINGAHEAD Arabs and Jews, singing other side. “For me, Seeds of Peace is songs, telling jokes, telling about persuading other people, who GRADUATE PROGRAM TAILORED TOWARDS OLDER SEEDS stories.” haven’t been to camp, that there is a dif- ferent way than the present way of relat- In 2004, Seeds of Peace will launch the Graduate Program to encourage ing to the other. I decided to try by invit- Seeds 18-and-over to reconnect to the community of adult Seeds by giving mediation and negotiation techniques, ing Arab Seeds to join me and give a them the opportunity to help shape the program and vision of the organiza- public speaking, leadership training and presentation to the ninth grade at my tion. The Graduate Program empowers Seeds alumni to use their particular The Olive Branch, a magazine written more. Older Seeds led many of the activ- school. After the presentation, dozens of profession, talents and resources to continue to work together on joint proj- and produced by Seeds of Peace gradu- ities for their younger counterparts. A students rushed up on the stage to talk ects based at the Center for Coexistence. The goal is to equip the Seeds to ates, has been praised by students and Palestinian Seed described his experi- to the Arab Seeds face-to-face, and to work inside their own societies to build a better community; develop new teachers from around the world. Said one ence in The Olive Branch, the Seeds of ask how they could be selected to come teacher, “In this magazine, teenagers and concrete skills needed for leadership in this region; and be a leader in express themselves freely, without limits Peace magazine: “There was something to camp. We felt the excitement in the the Seeds of Peace organization itself, serving as an example of growth dur- and discuss sensitive issues.” Another special about the trip to Yahel; I air. I had hoped that this presentation ing the life-time journey of a Seed, and as a role model to younger Seeds. commented, “I'm fascinated by what retrieved my Seeds spirit. Each night we would change something in their minds, you present in this magazine. The Olive stayed up late; Arabs and Jews, singing and it did,” said Adir, an Israeli Seed. Branch is an informative resource that teachers can use successfully.”

8 9 PROGRAMS | SOUTH ASIA PROGRAMS | CYPRUS | BALKANS | MAINE

INDIAN AND PAKISTANI YOUTH CYPRIOT SEEDS SEE CHANGE IN PERCEPTIONS INTERACT IN TRIP OF A LIFETIME AND REALITY

the Seeds from Bombay (Mumbai) met Indian and Pakistani Seeds also met Political uncertainty in Cyprus limited “Propaganda and prejudice are the Back home, Seeds were energized by in Delhi to cross the border to Lahore, monthly in 2003 with their own delega- Cypriot, (Greek and Turkish) participa- things we need to fight so that we get political events and the prospects for Pakistan. The 13-hour bus ride was filled tions to address issues facing their coun- tion to 12 campers who returned for more allies, not for a war, but for a move- their future. They organized weekly bi- with Seeds of Peace stories and songs. tries; attend workshops on the media, advanced leadership training. ment that will play a vital role on the suc- communal events and workshops with The closer the bus got to the Wagah bor- religion, and human rights; and to design cession in achieving international Cypriot facilitators who had worked at der, the more the excitement mounted. community outreach projects. Building These youngsters arrived in Maine peace,” said one Greek Cypriot Seed. camp. Cypriot, Greek and Turkish Seeds The group brought cameras to docu- on the success of presentations to peers, buoyed by partial-border openings on created a listserv to maintain a dialogue ment the journey, a momentous occa- business leaders, and educators, the Cyprus that generated a heightened “I learned to listen and understand the on the evolving politics in their region. sion that all wanted to capture on film. Seeds want to broaden their audience in grasp of coexistence training and its role. other side’s pains, expectations, wish- 2004. In addition to an Indian follow-up They were effective leaders to all new es…after learning to listen I found the Funding efforts are underway for a full In Lahore, the Indian Seeds stayed with to the August Lahore home-stay pro- campers and creative in developing coex- problems aren’t as big as they were Cypriot program of new and returning families of Pakistani Seeds. For three gram, workshops are planned in Bombay istence opportunities among themselves. before,” said a Turkish Cypriot Seed. campers in Summer 2004. days, Pakistani hosts escorted their (Mumbai) and Lahore. Indian guests to local schools, museums, and historical sites and, of course, played the unavoidable cricket match. As the group gathered to catch the bus back to Melanie Stetson Freeman/© 2002 The Christian Science Monitor (www.csmoni- All rights reserved. tor.com). India, their sadness was tangible. Tired THE BALKANS PROGRAM FINDS For the third consecutive year, Seeds of Seeds said goodbye to each other, Peace, with support from the U.S. already planning for the next trip that CHALLENGES AND SUCCESSES Department of State, brought 12 Indian would take the Pakistani Seeds to India. and 12 Pakistani Seeds, and two There were some tears, but as one of the Camp attracted 27 new participants in was a ‘group challenge’ activity...Even Leaders, U.S. Embassy offices, and Delegation Leaders to Maine. Seeds wrote to SeedsNet, the Seeds of 2003 from some of the most ethnically though I was Albanian and my partner international and local NGO’s) Seeds Peace private listserv that afternoon: tense Balkan cities including Mitrovica, was Serbian, there was no obstacle met frequently for follow-up training, While the 2003 Indian and Pakistani “Words can’t describe how empty every- Banja Luka, and Tetevo. Seeds were between each other...Together as a team joint projects and reunions. They relied Seeds were in Maine, Seeds from 2001 thing around seems. Someone once said active throughout the year, capped by a we achieved our goal...After we came on their camp training, hope and net- and 2002 were preparing for the trip of a that it’s only when people leave that you visit from former President Bill Clinton back we are still in contact with each work of Seeds for support. lifetime back home. After years of realize how much you love them–I with Kosovar Seeds in September, in other...I do not have doubts any more, increased tension on the subcontinent, know I loved all of them the moment I which he engaged 22 Seeds in an hour- and I do not hesitate to ask or argue with Follow-up programming in 2004, with the Indian and Pakistani Seeds took saw them again, and many for the first long conversation covered by the media. Serbian friends about anything that existing USAID funds matched by inter- advantage of a new détente in the region time, but now I also realize how truly bothers us.” national organizations in the region, will to see their camp friends. On August 12, important they are to me.” One Kosovar Albanian reflected on his emphasize tools for motivational action first close interaction at camp with a Working with local friends and funders by the Seeds–to take their camp training Kosovar Serbian: “…one [experience] (camp selection organizers, Delegation into their communities.

THE AFGHAN PROGRAM

The trauma of growing up in an environ- resolution they acquired in Maine. ment of oppression and violence was a MAINE SEEDS EXPAND THEIR ROLES focus for the nine Afghan youth who In December, six Afghan Seeds were attended camp in 2003. The four male part of a broadcast on “America Abroad” The Maine Seeds program expanded to the Maine Youth Charter, and presented and five female Seeds discussed self heard on National Public Radio. Said 108 youths in the summer of 2003, from it in person to Governor John Baldacci. empowerment, gender equality and Mujib, “If we want to make our country an initial involvement of 20 participants Seeds are class presidents, student body ways to bridge the sharp ethnic divisions better we need to work very hard, we from Portland in 2000. New this sum- leaders, city council members, television that threaten their country. need to be prepared; these are the mer was the inclusion of 20 youth from anchors and newspaper editors. They things Seeds of Peace gave us.” Lewiston at camp’s third session, along initiate school seminars on community Following camp, the Afghan graduates with 22 additional Seeds from Portland. leadership at schools around the state. are now meeting in their home commu- Support for the Afghan program is made Collectively, these Seeds became an They maintain friendships with Seeds nity to explore ways to spread the mes- possible through a grant from the U.S. educational leadership force in the State globally, while strengthening their com- sage of hope and non-violent conflict Department of State. of Maine. Maine Seeds alumni wrote mitments to each other locally.

10 11 Letters from Seeds Lee Photo: Amy Y. Graduates

Where I come from, the enemy had a face, the enemy had a dream, and the Seeds enemy had a name. All my life, this enemy was rude, stubborn, and aggressive towards me. My enemy drove in cars with yellow license plates, was always nervous of Peace is when my friends and I were nearby speaking in Arabic, and for those of you who have driven in the West Bank, my enemy never flashed his lights after having Education passed the police on the highway. for Life Growing up in Nablus, I was hardly in contact with Israeli civilians. During the First Intifada, I was beaten up on several occasions and lived in fear. During the Second Intifada, I lost two of my friends, one of them a Seed. At checkpoints, or as we refer to them, makhsooms, the only thing that went through my mind was: “Why are they doing this to us?”

Eight years ago, I went to the Seeds of Peace International Camp. I was surprised to realize I knew more about my enemy than I had expected. I understood a con- versation of two Israelis in Hebrew better than I understood two Moroccans speak- ing in Arabic. I began to put a different face and name to my enemy. Now, this "Seeds of Peace helped me reach the depths of my soul. enemy was Moran from Afula, Yacob from Tel Aviv, and Malvina from Ashdod. I finally spoke to Israelis who dressed in civilian clothes, and boy, they looked good! It made my leadership qualities rise more, in a very powerful sunrise." - Palestinian Seed Throughout our history, we have only known each other in the battlefield. Our Leadership fathers and grandfathers may have encountered each other in the war zone holding guns, setting off explosives, and firing live ammunition. So far, we have successful- Education Program ly dismissed each other from our lives and have labeled them as the Jews or Arabs. With all the blood that we have spilled, very few of us have managed to recognize International Youth Conference that this is not a way of living. Delegation Leaders

A message from Just a few weeks ago, my mother told me that she prayed every night that my Palestinian Seed, children may live in peace. Has she given up on those living right now? Has she Ibrahim Khader, stopped praying for me? No, she hasn’t, but she has found a more realistic prayer Age 22 to recite for me: May God keep me alive.

For the past eight years, I have had the dilemma of finding a connection between the ideals of Seeds of Peace and the actual situation on the ground. I have wrestled with the pursuit of peace in the face of feelings of betrayal and injured pride. How can I go to camp with Israelis, eat with them at the same table, sleep under the same roof and still consider myself a genuine, faithful Palestinian? I am a proud Palestinian.

Still, I have come to realize that only non-violent means will achieve the peace we all desire. Communication is our tool. We have to keep bridging the gap between us through social gatherings, dialogue workshops, and joint projects. As we work together, friendships grow and violence becomes an unacceptable option. It is only through our communication and struggle together, that we will establish trust and respect for each other. For starters, let’s all aim to at least humanize the other side. At Seeds of Peace, we have started this long and painful process. We understand how it feels to be in the other side’s shoes. We are working for a brighter future, not only for our children and grandchildren, but also for our parents and ourselves.

Seeds of Peace is not just an organization. It is an education for life.

Sincerely,

Ibrahim Khader, Nablus

12 LEADERSHIP | EDUCATION PROGRAM LEADERSHIP | INTERNATIONAL YOUTH CONFERENCE

RECORD NUMBER OF U.S. SCHOOLS INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE TEACHES ROLE HOSTING SEEDS GRADUATES OF THE MEDIA IN CONFLICT REGIONS

The Education Program makes it possi- Palestinian and Jordanian Seeds also SEEDS SCHOLARS NOW ATTEND Dozens of distinguished journalists, ble for Seeds of Peace graduates to con- studying in the U.S. to a presentation American University editors, academics, and corporate execu- tinue their leadership training by receiv- sponsored by the Woodrow Wilson Arizona State University tives gathered in New York in October ing a quality education, and by partici- School of Public Policy. The Seeds spoke Bard College for a six-day Seeds of Peace Youth pating in seminars and workshops to students, faculty and administrators Bates College conference. They addressed an interna- designed to encourage their leadership about their experience at Seeds of Peace Bowdoin College tional delegation of 120 Seeds, helping potential. There are currently 120 Seeds and their goals as future leaders. Brandeis University them learn how to use the media in of Peace graduates studying at presti- Brigham Young University conflict areas to voice their own message gious colleges, universities and prepara- Bryn Mawr College of understanding and coexistence. tory schools across the country. Seeds of LOOKINGAHEAD Columbia University Peace is maximizing efforts to provide Dartmouth College The remarkable conference, Breaking News, Making Headlines The Role of the deserving Seeds alumni substantial SEEDS ADVISORY COUNCIL Deerfield Academy : financial aid directly from schools by Duke University Media in Conflict Regions enabled Seeds assisting the students in the application In the spring of 2004, the Education Earlham College graduates to devise their own products process, defraying travel and associated Program will launch the Seeds Embry Riddle Aeronautical to be published in media outlets world- costs, and introducing Seeds of Peace to Advisory Council made up of Seeds Georgetown University wide. Each Seed was assigned to one of schools around the country. The number graduates currently studying in the Graceland University ten workshops with the task of creating a of participating schools increased from 33 United States. This select group will Hanover College specific media product, such as produc- last year to 47 in 2003, and more schools be integrated into the decision- Hartwick College ing an edited television or radio seg- have expressed interest in joining. making process of the organization Harvard University ment; a feature magazine or newspaper and, in conjunction with a similar Hiram College story; an opinion or editorial piece; a In 2003, the Education Program’s Council based at the Center for Hofstra University youth public service announcement, a Global Leadership Initiative hosted the Coexistence in Jerusalem, represent Hotchkiss School photojournalism project; political car- second annual Thanksgiving Retreat in the voice of Seeds graduates to the Knox College toons for the internet; or a public rela- Lakeville, CT. Seeds Scholars from across staff. They will be responsible for Lehigh University tions package. One group wrote a the country gathered to discuss ways to planning events for the Seeds Macalester College “Declaration to the Media” which served be active in their school communities, Scholars studying in the U.S., and Manhattanville College as an official conference product and was and how to support each other as inter- will spread the message of Seeds of Massachusetts Institute of presented to Her Majesty Queen Noor national students. Many of the older Peace to college and university cam- Technology of Jordan. Seeds began to plan for a reunion of puses nationwide. Middlebury College Seeds graduates to be held later this year. Mount Holyoke College The Seeds heard from, among others, WASHINGTON FELLOWS University of North Carolina Harvard’s Marvin Kalb on Media Ethics Our Seeds Scholars have made a strong During summer 2004, six Seeds Ohio Wesleyan University and Responsibility, University of impact on their campus communities. Scholars will receive stipends The Peddie School Delaware’s Ralph Begleiter on Freedom Mohamad, a Palestinian Seed from toward internships in Washington Phillips Exeter Academy of the Press, CNN’s Andrea Koppel on Gaza, currently a freshman at Lehigh DC with leading not-for-profit Princeton University What is News, and former press secre- University, organized a dialogue event organizations and government Smith College tary for President Clinton, Mike Lee Photos: Amy Y. co-hosted by the Muslim Student offices on Capitol Hill as part of a Susquehanna University McCurry, on Government and the Association and the Jewish Student pilot internship program. This will The Taft School News. The Seeds also had three special (Israel), The Daily Times (Pakistan), nies and organizations worked with each Hillel. He and an Israeli student spoke provide Seeds graduates with prac- Temple University question and answer sessions with Ha’aretz (Israel), Hearst Newspapers, group in afternoon workshops to provide about the Arab-Israeli conflict and how tical experience as well as prepara- Texas A & M University CNN’s Christiane Amanpour who spoke The Los Angeles Times¸ National Public the knowledge and technical support it affects their lives. There was an enthu- tion for future employment in their University of California San Diego live via satellite from London; with ABC Radio, Newsday, NewsHour with Jim needed to create the media products. siastic turnout and both are now collab- home countries. The Summer University of Missouri News President, David Westin; and with Lehrer, Newsweek, New York Maga- Seeds visited or were taught by individu- orating on the creation of a campus club Internship Program will allow these University of South Carolina television personality David Letterman. zine, The New York Times, Reuters, The als from ABC News, CBS Radio, Inter- focusing on conflict resolution and coex- Seeds to further cultivate their University of Southern Maine Telegraph (India) and The Wall Street national Center of Photography, istence that will meet regularly. interest in government, internation- Ursinus College Other panelists included representatives Journal. Newsweek, The New York Times, Ruder al affairs and conflict resolution by University of Virginia from Al-Jazeera, Al-Hayat, As-Safir, Finn, Sesame Workshop, The Wall Karen and Malvina, two Israeli Seeds exposing them to the Washington Wartburg College Associated Press, CBS, Channel One Media specialists from leading compa- Street Journal, and YM Magazine. studying at Princeton University, invited DC political arena. Yale University 15 14 LEADERSHIP | DELEGATION LEADERS

ADULT LEADERS RECEIVE TRAINING, OBSERVE U.S. INSTITUTIONS

In 1995, Seeds of Peace launched an educational program for the adults who lead the youth delegations to camp. These adult Delegation Leaders partici- pate in their own coexistence program, which includes three weeks at camp, fol- lowed by workshops and conferences in their region. To date, over 200 Middle East educators and 300 adults overall have been Delegation Leaders.

At the facility in Maine, the adults, ages 30 to 60, become part of a cross-cultural community of professionals who devote "Seeds of Peace brings tomorrow’s leaders together, changing minds and their camp experience to sharing three hours each day in organized facilitation hearts one person at a time.” - President George W. Bush aimed at sharing personal narratives and Recognition political perspectives on their regional conflicts. Additionally, they participate Media Support in advanced communication and media- Government Support tion training. One Delegation Leader reflected on the sessions: “I can now bet- ME, Boston, MA and Washington, DC. doubted the devastating effects of war, ter understand the impact of violence on They observe American educational, this visit through Bosnia taught me to both sides of the conflict. I am not quick religious, and political institutions as work even harder now.” Another to jump to conclusions and less willing to well as American home life. Gender commended the Balkan educators say- assume that anyone deserves what they equality, cultural diversity, participatory ing, “Educators must be examples of got.” government, separation of church and courage and tolerance for their commu- state, and educational practices are nities.” In the afternoons the adults learn about addressed in their introduction to American culture. Their program American society. Said another During Winter 2003, 50 Seeds of Peace includes visits to rural communities and Delegation Leader, “I got to see a part of regional educators met in Aqaba, Jordan American cities such as Portland, America that is not seen in American where Arabs and Jews actively partici- movies. I was very impressed with the pated in advanced communication train- kindness of all our hosts.” Adult ing under the tutelage of Arab and Delegates return to their own schools Israeli professors. Participants departed and institutions with an enhanced saying, “I enter difficult conversations understanding and appreciation of the with more patience now” and, “I have United States and its diversity. become a much more respectful listener.” Some also reflected on how this training This past year, two workshops were held would relate to their work at home. Said for the adult Delegation Leaders follow- one, “These meetings showed me that ing their camp experience. During both sides have stories, and knowing that Winter 2003, 50 Seeds of Peace educa- makes compromises more acceptable.” tors from the Middle East traveled to Another said, “When I get back into my Sarajevo where they met with their classroom, I need to help my students counterparts from Bosnia and Croatia understand that the story is not one of who were working to bridge ethnic black and white. I need to teach about divides in the Balkans. One leader from the grey and work towards solutions the Middle East commented, “If I ever rather than judgments.” Seeds of Peace campers with President George W. Bush in August, 2003. 16 RECOGNITION | MEDIA SUPPORT RECOGNITION | GOVERNMENT SUPPORT SEEDS IN THE NEWS 2003

MEDIA COVERAGE SPOTLIGHTS Alameda Times-Star HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES CITES SEEDS OUR EFFORTS Al Jazeera Al Quds Newspaper AS “MODEL OF HOPE” Aramica Newspaper Baltimore Sun Buffalo News Since the start of 2003, Seeds of Peace conflict. His recent appearances include Calgary Herald (Canada) Seeds met with many notable world Charleston Daily Mail Honoring Seeds of Peace for its promotion of understanding, reconciliation, acceptance, coexistence, and peace among youth has received widespread media coverage CNN, CBS, NBC, FOX, NPR, Al Chattanooga Times/Chattanooga Free Press leaders in 2003. During the summer, from the Middle East and other regions of conflict. not only in the United States but all over Jazeera, The Washington Post, The Seeds were received at the White House (Engrossed as Agreed to or Passed by House) Chicago Tribune 108th CONGRESS 1st Session the world including feature stories in International Herald Tribune and many Christian Science Monitor by President George W. Bush, at the H. CON. RES. 288 Argentina, Canada, France, India, Arab and Israeli press. Cleveland Plain Dealer State Department by Secretary of State CONCURRENT RESOLUTION CNN Whereas Seeds of Peace, founded by John Wallach in 1993, is a program that brings togeth- Pakistan, the Middle East, and Russia. Colin Powell, and on Capitol Hill by er young people from regions of conflict to study and learn about coexistence and conflict ...Congress honors the Congressional Quarterly resolution; Just a sample of our media outreach has Speaking on CNN’s “Larry King Live” Democratic and Republican representa- “ Daily News (Pakistan) Whereas although the original focus of Seeds of Peace was to bring Israeli, Palestinian, Jordanian, and Egyptian youth together, the program has expanded over the past decade to accomplishments of Seeds included CNN, MSNBC, MTV, PBS, on July 16, 2003, Her Majesty Queen The Dawn (Pakistan) tives. Said Powell to the Seeds, “This involve youths from other regions of conflict, including from Greece, Turkey and divided Cyprus, the Balkans, India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan; of Peace for promoting The Chicago Tribune, The Houston Noor of Jordan chose to highlight Seeds Desert News program is essential…It is essential that Whereas these young people study and learn primarily at a summer camp operated by Seeds of Peace in Otisfield, Maine, and also through its regional programs such as the Jerusalem Chronicle, The Los Angeles Times, The of Peace stating: “I have seen over the Detroit Free Press young people see each other as equals, Center for Coexistence; understanding, reconcilia- Detroit Jewish News Whereas Seeds of Peace works to dispel fear, mistrust, and prejudice, which are root causes New York Times, The Orlando Sentinel, years young people come together from as just another young person, another of violence and conflict, and to build a new generation of leaders who are committed to tion, acceptance, coexis- The Philadelphia Inquirer, The Portland our region through Seeds of Peace. I’m Detroit News kid who wants nothing more than to achieving peace; The Forward Whereas Seeds of Peace reveals the human face of those whom youth have been taught to hate, by engaging campers in both guided coexistence sessions and ordinary summer camp tence, and peace among Press Herald, USA Today and The hoping that one day we will bring these Greenwich Times grow up safely, and to serve one’s people, activities such as living together in cabins, sharing meals, canoeing, swimming, playing sports, and creative exploration through the arts and computers; youth from the Middle East Washington Post. Seeds together because they are so com- The Guardian (United Kingdom) one’s nation.” Whereas the Arab-Israeli conflict is currently at a critical juncture, and sustained progress towards peace depends on the emergence of a new generation of leaders who will choose pelling about their conviction that they Ha’aretz (Israel) dialogue, friendship, and openness over violence and hatred; and other regions of conflict Hartford Courant Whereas Seeds of Peace provides year-round opportunities for former participants to build Since becoming President of Seeds of can live together, work together, and that In addition, during his U.S. trip, then on the relationships they have forged at camp, so that the learning processes begun at camp around the world; and Peace, Aaron David Miller has been they understand one another much bet- The Hindu (India) Palestinian Prime Minister Mahmoud can continue back in the participants' home countries, where they are most needed; Houston Chronicle Whereas Seeds of Peace is strongly supported by participating governments and many world offers Seeds of Peace as a seen on media outlets around the world ter today than they did before they had Abbas and others in his cabinet (includ- leaders; The International News (Pakistan) Whereas previous Federal funding for Seeds of Peace demonstrates its recognized impor- speaking about Seeds of Peace and pro- the personal contact that this program Jerusalem Post (Israel) ing current Prime Minister Ahmed tance in promoting United States foreign policy goals; and model of hope that living Whereas it is especially important to reaffirm that youth must be involved in long-term, viding his insight on the Arab-Israeli provided them.” Lahore News (Pakistan) Qorei) held a meeting with Seeds of visionary solutions to conflicts perpetuated by cycles of violence: Now, therefore, be it together in peace and La Nación (Argentina) Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate concurring), That Congress-- Peace graduates. A similar meeting is (1) honors the accomplishments of Seeds of Peace for promoting understanding, reconcilia- security is possible. La Vie (France) tion, acceptance, coexistence, and peace among youth from the Middle East and other expected with Israeli Prime Minister regions of conflict around the world; and ” Los Angeles Times (2) offers Seeds of Peace as a model of hope that living together in peace and security is pos- Passed the House of Representatives LOOKINGAHEAD Ariel Sharon. sible. MetroWest Daily News Passed the House of Representatives November 19, 2003. November 19, 2003 Monterey County Herald Unanimous vote: 415 to 0 MSNBC News Live In November 2003, the U.S. House of MTV Representatives unanimously passed a SEEDS ON THE BIG SCREEN Mumbai Newsline (India) bipartisan resolution honoring Seeds of The Nation (Pakistan) Peace for its promotion of understand- In 2004, Seeds of Peace will appear on the big screen in a full-length, New Delhi Television (India) ing, reconciliation, acceptance, coexis- feature documentary entitled, SEEDS. Filmed during the summer of New Jersey Jewish News New York Daily News tence, and peace among youth from the 2002, SEEDS introduces movie-goers to ten extraordinary teenagers dur- New York Magazine Middle East and other conflict regions. ing three life-changing weeks at the Seeds of Peace International Camp. New York Times The teens learn to share their dreams and fears, to listen to opposing views, NewsHour with Jim Lehrer House Concurrent Resolution 288, to see beyond prejudices, and ultimately to respect each other as individu- Orlando Sentinel introduced by Representative Tom Allen als. SEEDS was produced and directed by Marjan Safinia and Joseph Philadelphia Inquirer Portland Press Herald (D-ME), stated, “It is especially impor- Left & top photos: Ralph Alswang Boyle from merge:media and edited by Yana Gorskaya (editor of the 2003 Radio Canada tant to reaffirm that youth must be Oscar® nominated film, Spellbound). Radio Sawa involved in long-term, visionary solu- The Record Religion & Ethics NewsWeekly tions to conflicts perpetuated by cycles Research News & Opportunities of violence.” It also stated that Seeds of Russiya (Russia) Peace is a “model of hope that living “[Seeds of Peace] can't erase the factors that fuel the conflict in The Star-Ledger together in peace and security is possi- the Mideast, or the Balkans or South Asia. But it allows these kids The Suburban (Canada) ble.” The resolution was co-sponsored The Times of India (India) to envision a life for themselves and their people beyond the Trenton Times by Representatives Steve Chabot (R- USA Today OH), Joe Knollenberg (R-MI), Mike conflict. In today's reality, that's only a dream. But as these young Washington File Michaud (D-ME) and 46 other biparti- Left: In August 2003, Seeds of Peace campers met with Secretary of State Colin Powell at the U.S. people grow into careers and influence it is likely to be a dream Washington Post san co-sponsors. State Department.Top Right: In July 2003, Seeds of Peace campers met with then Palestinian they will work toward in ways large and small.” Washington Times Prime Minister Mahmoud Abbas and others in his cabinet including current Prime Minister Ahmed Qorei. Bottom Right: Serbian and Kosovar Seeds shared their experiences from camp with former President Bill Clinton. Los Angeles Times, August 4, 2003

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FIRST IMPACT ASSESSMENT: POSITIVE OUTCOME

In 2003, Seeds of Peace launched the first of a series of independent, outside evalua- tions assigned to measure the effectiveness of its programs by its impact on participants from the Middle East. Zogby International* was chosen to conduct this study in three phases: at the beginning of Session II, 2003, with a pre-camp survey; at the end of this session with a post-camp survey; six months later with a final survey in the Middle East region, complemented by in-depth interviews.

Although the impact assessment is not yet complete, below are some of the results that were compiled after stage two (post-camp experience):

• The Seeds of Peace summer camp cre- • In addition, “participants expressed “Inspired by the example of Seeds of Peace, let us cast our lot with ates a safe environment within which optimistic views regarding coexistence participants are able to interact with following their Seeds of Peace experi- those who choose to climb the path to reconciliation. Let us support their “enemies.” Indeed, “Respondents ence. Significant majorities of Israelis them, help them, and see them safely through. Thank you for everything overwhelmingly said they felt safe and (90%) and Palestinians (78%) viewed you are doing for my favorite organization, Seeds of Peace.” unafraid with peers from other countries coexistence as possible after camp.” during camp activities (96%).” –Madeleine K. Albright, former U.S. Secretary of State • And though this is not an explicit goal Financials • As a result, participants’ views of the of the Seeds of Peace program “nearly ‘other side’ of the conflict had improved all respondents (94%) said they forged Funding over the course of their camp experi- friendships with campers from other Donors ence. “Notably four in five Israelis (79%) countries during their Seeds of Peace and nearly two in three Palestinians experience, and 73% expect to maintain (63%) said their views of the ‘other these friendships beyond their camp side’…had improved.” experience.”

Seeds of Peace soon plans to launch a long-term assessment of its program based on graduates from 1993 through the present.

*Zogby International is the premier expert in polling and opinion research, both nationally and internationally, with extensive, accurate polling conducted in North America, the Middle East, Africa, Europe and South America. FINANCIALS | FUNDING

FUNDING OVERVIEW FINANCIAL STATEMENT FISCAL YEAR 2003

GROSS INCOME 1997-2003 In a fiscal year characterized by a slumping economy, a war with Iraq, continued violence between Israelis and $6,000,000 Palestinians, and a Seeds of Peace leadership transition, $5,000,000 INDEPENDENT AUDITORS’ REPORT Seeds of Peace not only matched its fundraising successes of $4,000,000 To: The Board of Directors of Seeds of Peace, Inc. the previous years, but actually raised 35% more revenue in FY2003 ($6.15 million dollars) than in FY2002. $3,000,000 We have audited the accompanying statements of financial statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting $2,000,000 position of Seeds of Peace, Inc., (a not-for-profit organization) principles used and significant estimates made by manage- With funding from the public sector holding constant, this as of September 30, 2003 and 2002, and the related statements ment, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement pres- $1,000,000 of activities and changes in net assets and cash flows for the entation. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis extraordinary revenue growth was largely a result of a boost in years then ended. These financial statements are the responsi- for our opinion. individual and corporate contributions. As in FY2002, over $0 1997 1998 1999 20002001 2002 2003 bility of the Organizations’ management. Our responsibility is 85% of the 2003 operating budget was generated by the pri- to express an opinion on these financial statements based on In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above vate sector from individuals, corporations, and private foun- Gross income grew dramatically in 2003, up approximately 35% over 2002. our audit. present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of Seeds of Peace, Inc. at September 30, 2003 and 2002, and the dations. Public sector support came in the form of competi- SOURCES OF GROSS INCOME 2003 tive grants made by various bureaus of the State Department We conducted our audit in accordance with U.S. generally results of its activities and its cash flows for the years then $2,000,000 accepted auditing standards. Those standards require that we ended, in conformity with the U.S. generally accepted account- and the United States Agency for International Development. plan and perform our audit to obtain reasonable assurance ing principles. $1,800,000 about whether the financial statements are free of material $1,600,000 Seeds of Peace continues to widen its fundraising base as it misstatements. An audit includes examining on a test basis, evi- reaches new communities across the United States. The $1,400,000 dence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial April 16, 2004 $1,200,000 Detroit Friends Chapter produced another successful event, $1,000,000 while the Florida Friends Chapter kicked-off with a major $800,000 fundraiser in Orlando. Looking ahead to 2004, Seeds of Peace $600,000 plans to target the West Coast for support including Los $400,000 Angeles and San Francisco. $200,000 $0 The growth in corporate donations continues a trend of the Individual Foundation Corporate Government past few years. Seeds of Peace managed a series of successful Individual contributions represented over 38% of gross income. Private con- tributions account for over 85% of gross income. Sources of gross income corporate partnerships in 2003, resulting in direct financial not pictured include program fees and in-kind donations. support as well as in-kind contributions. EXPENSES 2003

With three summer sessions in Maine, the Center for $4,500,000 Coexistence in Jerusalem, follow-up activities for delegation $4,000,000 leaders and youth spanning the globe, and a growing educa- $3,500,000 tion program that targets older Seeds of Peace graduates, the $3,00,0000 Seeds of Peace annual operating budget now approaches six $2,500,000 million dollars. Fiscal controls ensure that over 76 cents of $2,000,000 every dollar supports programming; moreover, Seeds of $1,500,000 Peace has directed resources to build its organizational capac- $1,000,000 ity–such as the addition of new development personnel, a $500,000 stronger presence in Washington, DC, and investments in $0 technology–that have produced immediate benefits and posi- Management & Fundraising Programs tion the organization for continued programming growth. General

$115,183 FEDERAL FUNDING In FY2003, Seeds of Peace drew down $849,450 in federal funds from grant awards $654,295 made by the State Department and the United States Agency for International $54,000 Development (USAID). These funds were directed to support specific coexistence projects in the Middle East, as well as other regions around the world. $25,972 Middle East Awards from Government Agencies for FY2003 India-Pakistan U.S. Department of State Bureau of Population, Refugees and Migration Afghanistan U.S. Department of State Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs Balkans U.S. Department of State South Asia Bureau U.S. Agency for International Development Bureau for Democracy, Conflict and Allocation by Humanitarian Assistance Conflict Region Recent audited financial statements available upon request. Contact 212-573-8040 for a copy. Seeds of Peace is a registered 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization. Contributions are tax deductible to the full extent allowed by law. 23 FINANCIALS | DONORS

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Groban Frank Handelman and Bonnie Bellow Hemingway Foundation Douglas C. and Jan Heppe Francine Hermelin and Adam Levite EVENTS 2003 William and Marlene Herzig Seema Hingorani Holy Name Cathedral Jacobs & Goodman, P.A. Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Phoenix, Inc Jill and Marshall Rose Family Jonathan M. Harris Foundation Wolf Kahn Sara Kane and Max Kane Michigan Friends Gala honor- Bernard and Norma Kaplan ing The Hon. Shimon Peres, Bob Karetsky Dr. Sari Nusseibeh, Nick Concert for Peace in the Middle East honoring His Majesty King Lee Photos: Amy Y. Jeffrey and Carol Kaufman Fund Scheele (President, Ford Florida Friends Gala honoring Her Majesty Kochav Katan Philanthropic Fund Abdullah II and Her Majesty Queen Rania Al-Abdullah of the Bid for Peace Celebrity Auction featuring former President Bill Clinton, Motor Company) and Senator Queen Noor of the Hashemite Kingdom of Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, and Ambassador Thomas R. Janeane Garofalo, and musical performance by The Barenaked Ladies. Carl Levin. Detroit, Michigan. Jordan. Orlando, Florida. Pickering. Lincoln Center, New York City. Hammerstein Ballroom, New York City. 25 Martin and Ruth Krall Stephen M. and Anita B.Adelson Farrah El Said Nurettin Jardimci Lester and Dinny Morse Henry J. and Talia Siegel Aguafina Gardens & Imports Madeleine Corson Benjamin V. Lambert AIG Matching Grants Program Mohammed N. Elachie Jay and Luetta Gould Philanthropic Fund Pierre Murphy and Deborah Lesser Jerome and Ruth Siegel Alberto's Marble Matthew Courey Ruth Lednicer Akers Foundation EOG Resources David and Hope Jeffrey Nathan P.Jacobs Foundation Stephen and Melissa Silver Anna Albertson Wallace Cox Geoffrey Leighton and Anita Clearfield Kutlualp Alp Ernest Rubenstein Fund Gerard Jeffrey Nathanson-Abrams Family Foundation Yvonne B. Silverman Stan Albrecht Cranbrook Dot and John S. 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Doyle Nancy Roskind Bingham McCutchen LLP Scott Gearity and Suzann Moskowitz Kramer, Levin, Naftalis & Frankel LLP Karlene Chin Quee, M.D. Temple Sinai Crenshaw Kate E. Draper Eric and Harriet Rothfeld Joan Binkow Gelman Educational Foundation Sandra L. Krasnow Simon and Diana M. Raab The Deborah Oppenheimer Trust Nancy E. Benyo Jonathan M. Dreyer Robert Rothman Carl Bisgaier Jill Georges Jason Krebs Laurice Rahme The Greater Construction Corporation Max and Dale Berger Gordon Du Gan S. H. and Helen R. Scheur Family Fdn Geoffrey Blaisdell Gerald B. Cramer Family Fdn, Inc Ari and Lin Kresch Mary M. Raiser The Klarman Family Foundation Pamela Berger Clifford B. Dubbin Samuel L. and Susan Samelson Blank, Rome, Comisky & McCauley LLP Gilbert B. and Lila Silverman Foundation Armin and Evelyn Kroehler Sheila Ramachandran The Melinda and William J.Vanden Jane E. Berkman Jennifer D. 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Greenspan Dan and Maia Magder Michelle and Kirk T. Rostron James and Cara E.Voth Buchbinder Tunick & Company LLP Ahmed and Deena Fattouh Trico Electronic Corp Chicago Sinai Congregation Guardian Industries Gregory Maidman Karin Rotem David Wachel Burlington-Bethlehem-Arad Sister City Patrick A. Feeney United States Trust Company CHUMS Joseph and Phyllis Gurwin Gail Lowe and Richard H.M. Maidman Joshua Roth Walden Assett Management Project Jill Feldman Utilities, Inc Fred and Joyce Claar Larry and Joy Haber Mary A. and John T. Maloney Marsha Rothenberg Myra Waldman Jonathan and Barbara Burroughs David and Marlin Feldman Valley National Bank Clark McDowall Inc Elaine G. and John A. Hadden Mai Mamdough Francine G. Rudoff Walker & Tudhope, P.A. Howard and Lisa Busch Moses and Susan Feldman Van Brimer Family Foundation John D. and Ann E. Cohen Eitan Hakami and Katia Milani Mr. Kenneth L. Mann Marilyn and Alvin Rush Janet Wallach Robert and Ann S. 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Trevidic Charlotte and Herbert Cook Henry and Myrtle Hirsch Foundation D. L. and Susan Mashburn Abdel R. Samy Westbrook Warren Congregational Chepenik & Associates, Inc Michele Finder Boaz Weinstein Sophie Coran Henry and Elaine Kaufman Fdn, Inc Andrea K. Mastro Sasha Morgenthaler Memorial Fund Church Barbara Chesler Ariel and Tilda Fintzi Wells High School Caroline Cruise Doreen Hermelin Norman and Joanne Matthews Nabil Sater William C. Demetree, Jr. Foundation, Inc Elizabeth A. Chiche First Congregational Church of Blue Hill Martin J.Whitman William and Renee Curtis Loulou Hiresh Alexander Matthiessen Schatz Family Foundation Lisa Beth Willson Marc and Beth A. Choiniere First Presbyterian Church John and Patricia Wilcha Cushman Foundation Harry P.and Maida Hirschkorn Max M. & Marjorie S. Fisher Fdn, Inc David Schieren Robert Wilson Christ Church Barry and Marti M. Fischer Amb. & Mrs. Frank and Christine Wisner Arthur I. and Barbara M. Davis Alan S. Hock and Susan Hock Robert and Joyce Menschel Family Fdn Axel and Sara Schupf Melba Winer Joseph L. and Maria V. Civello Brian and Gabrielle Fisher Wolf, Block, Schorr and Solis-Cohen Charles J. de Sieyes and Carol R.Ward David and Ellen Hoffman Merle and Barry Ginsburg Charitable Charles Schwartz Roma B.Wittcoff Drew and Samantha Cohen Dena and John Fisher Sophie Wolman Deeb's Rentals Nina Hossam Foundation Theodore Schweitzer and Valerie Young and Nan Woo Michael Cohen Robert L. and Marcy H. Fisher Woodrow Wilson National Fellowship Richard and Meredith Del Bello Housing Bank for Trade and Finance Byron D. and Rachel Metrikin-Gold Fineberg Robert Yaffe Mr. & Mrs. Charles H. and Sandra L. Cole Mr. and Mrs. Sheldon Flanzig Foundation Joseph DeLuca HSBC Bank Michael and Susan Perl Family Fund Scottsdale Insurance Company Yellow Springs Friends Meeting Marcy Cole, Ph.D. Carolyn Foley Ronald and Paula Wurtzburger Dickinson College Robert Huhem Michel's Inc Seidman and Company, Inc Zankel Fund Clair S. Coleman Foley & Lardner Yorktowne Cabinets Stuart and Judith Dix Jonathan and Franny Ilany Middlebury College Marvin Seligman Caren and Ira S. Zaroff Christine Coletta Max & Clara Fortunoff Foundation Sara Doran Blake Indursky Mildred and Abner Levine Family Fdn Ragia Sharaby Marjorie and Aaron Ziegelman Raymond and Bernice Coll Lanny S. Foster $500 - $1,499 Dorothy Levitt Beskind Foundation International Business Machines Corp Elizabeth Miller Tarun Sharma Betty Zweig Abigail Collazo Maxwell E. Foster, Jr. A.C.C.E.S.S. Community Dwight E. 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Levinson Foundation, Inc Seth Shulman Richard I. and Patricia W.Abrams Diana Cooke and Mr.Tim Taylor Douglas Frenkel & Marlene Weinstein

26 27 Fresh Produce Productions Unlimited, John and Ella Imerman Foundation Keith Morton Linda R. Senat LLC Steven S. Jordan Kenneth and Amy Berlin Moscot Karen Sendyck Hugo and Carol Freund Gene and Miriam Josephs Sean D. and Nancy H. Myers Services on Site Company, Inc Lisa Friedland Amy D. Josephson Kenneth M. and Mary P.Nelson Ronald J. and Mardena R. Shader Darryl Friedricks JustGive Neshamony of Warwick Presbyterian James B. and Lynn E. Shaffer Mario Fundarski Nur U. Kahn Church Sam and Patricia Shaheen Gail Furman David Kaiser Bebe Neuwirth Stacy Shapiro Paul A. and Sharon Furman Athena Kalemkeridis North Shore Country Day School Harlan and Judith Sherman Janeane Garofalo David and Ali Kamin Mr. and Mrs. Neil Nowick, Esq. Renee E. Siegel Hilton J. and Mary T. Geartner Harry and Wendy Kantor Jeffrey and Linda Nudelman Edward G. and Francis M. Silcock Jared and Cindi Gellert Karim Investment Properties, LLC Judith D. O'Neill Mark P.Silitsky Michael Gerstein Karmanos Cancer Institute Nina P.Oppenheim Barbara Siman and Charles Strouse Heba Ghanim Scott Kaufman John E. and Judith Oppenheimer Howard and Sue Simon Harold M. and Rosanne W. Gilbert Lisabeth and Stephen E. Kaufman Robert Paley and Marianne Steiner Jonathan Simon Myron and Myrna Ginsberg Kaufman, Hall & Associates, Inc Harry R. and Jacqueline E. Pappas Vanessa and Daniel Simonetti Robert E. and Laura Glanville Milly Kayyem Siegfried Paquet Vanessa Simonetti Aaron David Miller STAFF Bill Taylor President Director of Camp Coexistence Joshua and Robin Gleiber Joyce Keller and Michael Walch Paul and Harriet Weissman Family Ben and Melissa Singer UNITED STATES Richard and Carolyn Glickstein Elias Khalil Foundation, Inc Myra Sklarew Benita Gold Stephen M. and Sheila K. Killourhy Frederic S. and Melvadean M. Pearson Robert and Donna Slatkin Janet Wallach Marieke van Woerkom Leslie Adelson Susan Goldfarb Melinda Kimble and Jim Phippard Iva Peele and Jeremy Peele Christa Smith Executive Vice President Director of Education; Director of South Neal and Deborah W. Goldman Timothy Kingston Pemaquid Group of Artists Daniel Smith Director of Programming Rachel B. Goldman Barry and Hope N. Kirsch Henry B. and Marion L. Pennell Robert and Janan A. Smither Asia Programs John Wallach* Sidney Goldman Harvey and Phyllis Klein Perelson Weiner Eleanor Snyder George Atallah Founder Janet Wallach Scott and Caitlin Goldsmith Jennifer Klein Pergolis, Schwartz Assoc, Inc South Congregational Church Senior Development Associate Amir J. Goldstein Felix Knoll Noah Perlmutter St. John's Church Executive Vice President Sidney and Susan Goldstein Faith G. Knox Mark and Aviva Phillips Joph Steckel and Beth Zadek Vanessa Buisson Roberta A. Golstein Paula B. Koppel Thomas and Elizabeth Pileggi Jeffrey and Tara Stein ADVISORY BOARD Dindy Weinsetein Executive Aide to the President Orlando R. and Teresa F. Gonzalez Michael Korn Leah Pisar Raymond G. Stern Development Advisor Mary A. Goodman Lori Kotkin Plainview-Old Bethpage JFK High School Stephen R. Stern and Margaret R. Hahn T.H. George H.W. Bush Cynthia Gormezano Jules and Lynn Kroll Frank and Joan L. Pohl Rebecca Stettner T.H. William Jefferson Clinton Christine Covey Susie Wiesenfeld Matthew and Ferne Gould H. June Kuczynski Marian and Harold Poling Donna Stevens Her Majesty Queen Noor Vice President Director of Events Gracious Home Martin Schwartzberg and Alexandra Bruce and Mary Prager Wendy Straker H.E. Shimon Peres Graubard Miller Kuftinec Joel Press Thomas W. and Bonnie Strauss Dr. Sa’eb Erekat Jeremy Goldberg Anita Gray Diana Kuper Laurie A. L. Profaci Jerry M. and Mildred Sudarsky Timothy Wilson Director of Development Alan R. and Cynthia A. Greenberg Patricia A. Lancaster Rader & Eisenberg, P.C. Pam Sullivan Vice President; Camp Director and BOARD OF DIRECTORS Allison Greene Valerie Landry Jennifer L. Ramer Andrew Sumberg and Mindy Berman Director of Center for Coexistence Eva Gordon Jullian M. and Frances S. Greenebaum Peter Lattman and Gillian Segal Timothy Ranzetta Susan M. Sosnick Fredric Gould Sol and Blanche Greenhut Law Offices of William R. Cohen David Rappa Bill Susman Director of Program Development Paula Groothuis Hilary Lawch Ratner Family Club Orit Szwarzman Chairman Barbara Zasloff Vice President, Director of Delegation Scott and Sheryl Haberman Laura and Israel Lazar Farah Razack Lisa Tainiter Barbara Gottschalk C. Michael Spero Leaders Program Jamal A. and Hana Hakim Michele Lazar Sean Reed Alleyne M.Tanham Executive Vice President S. Jeanne Hall Julie Lerner Keith L. and Rose-Lee S. Reinhard Nigel F. and Susan C.Taplin General Counsel Cecilie Halsted Steven and Susan Levkoff Ricardo O'Gorman Garden David Tarica JERUSALEM Rebecca Hankin Hampton Hills Operation Corp Laurence and Stephanie Levy Kendall Richardson Stuart and Shelley Tauber Odeh Aburdene Director of Communications Walid Abed El Hadi Michel and Penny Hanigan John C. and Raquel C. Lewis Brian J. and Linda S. Richmand Temple Shalom of Newton Timothy Attalla Arthur and Susan Hankin Nisa Lewites Lawrence Ricketts Thaler Family Foundation Program Coordinator David Avital Nidal Hanoun Peter Lichstein and Elizabeth R. Gamble Mr. Kyle Y. Ridaught The Mortimer Levitt Foundation, Inc Cynthia Hickenbottom-Wills Richard Berman Mark B. and Ellen M. Hara Larry and Gloria Lieberman Deborah L. Roberts Ann and Robert Tirschwell Administrative Associate A. Genevieve Adel Paul Bernstein Prudence Harper Alan C. and Renee Lightstone David and Nancy Robin Michael Tobin Program Coordinator David and Beth A. 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Uslaner Allen I. Hyman Susan Morawetz Jen Marlowe Roger E. Herzog and Kathryn J. Madden Management Group Inc Barbara and Gerald L. Ross Guari and Pallavi Wagle Joel E. Jacob Director of Government Grants Program Director Eric and Anne Hirschhorn Samuel and Emily Mann Loren H. and Ellen A. Roth Josephine F.Walker Meredith Katz Gantcher Robert S. and Enid R. Hirst Mansour Consulting, LLC Steven and Daryl Roth W. Stewart Wallace Lee Langbaum HNTB Corporation Marino Organization Barry Rubenstein Vicki and Brian Warner Suzanne Morrell Reem Mustafa Samir Mashni Aaron Hoffman Andrew Marshak Lawrence S. Rud Daniel R.Warren Director of Government Relations Administrative and Public Relations Hani Masri Andrea Mastro and Daniel Hoinacki Dustin Marshall Gregory Rush David Wassong Manager Eugene Mercy, Jr. Denise Holdridge and Kimberly Bowles Linda P.Matluck Sascha Russel Joanna Weber Neesha Nanda-Rahim Margo and Stephen Holland Jeffrey Matos Rhonda Sacks and Family Mel and Susan Weidner Lindsay Miller Director of Donor Relations Jared Willis Esther Hollander Ali M. and Mona L. Mattar Kackie and Cliff Saffron May and Robert Weinbaum Merle Nelson Outreach Coordinator Steven I. and Shelley E. Holm Leo Maxbauer Anthony Salem Ben and Allison Weinger James Orphanides Kofi Nti William Hoover Andrea Mazur Stan and Liz Salett Stuart and Leslie Weisbrod Imran Riffat Ruth E. 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Saxon Derish Wolff and Maureen Robinson Timothy Wilson Ira M. Resnick Foundation, Inc Lauren Messelian Suzanne Schecter R. Duke and Colleen C.Woodson Jennifer Soper Noor Raghi Barbaba Zasloff Lili Irani Myan Metzler Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Schlank Nael Yacoub Administrative Manager Program Coodinator, Afghanistan Mark and Caryn Israel James and Susan Meyer Natasha and Adam Schlesinger Ira and Shirley Yohalem Robert and Hilary Jacobs Ernest Michel Bari and Michael Schlesinger Cynthia M.Yun Robert and Monica Jacoby C.G. and Elaine Miliotes Richard and Sheila Schlesinger Michael and Diane Ziering James and Nancy Grosfeld Foundation Harvey and Janice Miller Howard and Josephine M. Schuman Ronald Zlotoff and Donna Kemper Janove Baar Associates, Inc Spencer Minns and Linda Minns Allen and Barbara R. Schwartz Irving Zuckerman *deceased M. Zuhdi Jasser Marshall and Michele Missner Charlotte Schwartz Lyonel and Sylvia Zunz Jeffrey E. & Beth Z. Green Charitable Fd Scott G. Mitic and Kathleen C. Burke Jack Schwartz Paul Jelinek Sandra Moers Adam Sege

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