The Sunlight Foundation is a non-profit organization based in the United States that focuses on promoting transparency in government. Founded in 2006, it aims to make government data more accessible to the public, helping citizens understand how their government operates and how decisions are made. The foundation advocates for open government practices and supports the use of technology to enhance civic engagement. It provides tools and resources for tracking government spending, lobbying activities, and campaign finance, empowering individuals to hold their representatives accountable and participate more actively in the democratic process.