Introduction

Pat Montandon founded children as the Peacemakers in 1982, on the premise that the key to creating a peaceful world lies in our children. Pat believes the philosophy of Mahatma Gandhi, "If we are to ever have peace in the world we must begin with our children."

Children as the Peacemakers, is nonprofit, nonpolitical and nonsectarian. We have inspired widespread examples of goodwill, trust, and cooperation and opened vast channels of communication between nations and individuals. Funding comes from other foundations, businesses, special events and individuals.