The American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) is a lobbying group that advocates pro-Israel policies to the United States Congress and Executive Branch. AIPAC was founded in 1951 and is headquartered in Washington, D.C. The organization is known for its strong influence on U.S. foreign policy towards Israel, and has been involved in numerous controversies over the years. AIPAC is a non-profit organization that is funded by donations from its members and supporters.