Acton Institute for the Study of Religion & Liberty is a non-partisan, non-profit research organization based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. It promotes a free and virtuous society characterized by individual liberty and sustained by religious principles. The Institute engage in research, publishing, and educational activities in the area of religion and liberty. They produce a variety of publications, including the Acton Institute PowerBlog, a daily blog on issues related to religious freedom, economic freedom, and political responsibility. They also have an international presence through Acton Institute, UK and Acton Institute, Australia . It was founded in 1990 by Rev. Robert A. Sirico and Kris Alan Mauren. Its mission is to promote a free and virtuous society characterized by individual liberty and sustained by religious principles.