The Council for Excellence in Government works to improve the performance of government at all levels; and government's place in the lives and esteem of American citizens. With its experienced staff, network of experts and members, and diverse partners, the Council helps to create stronger public sector leadership and management, driven by innovation and focused on results; and increased citizen confidence and participation in government, through better understanding of government and its role.



Founded in 1982, the organization is nonpartisan, nonprofit and national in scope.



Diverse in its activities, the Council's primary work focuses on four important goals:



--To attract and develop talented people for public service;



--To encourage innovation and results-oriented performance in government;



--To promote e-government as a revolutionary tool for improving performance and better connecting people to government; and



--To improve the connection between citizens and government and encourage their participation in governance.



The Council is supported by members (called Principals)---private sector and nonprofit leaders who have served in government and are united by a strong, sustaining commitment to Council objectives---and by project grants and other funding from government agencies, corporations and foundations. Former Presidents Carter, Ford, Bush and Clinton are honorary chairs of the Council.