Campaign Contributions

United States

Political contributions reflect one dimension of participation in the political process. To ensure we are in compliance with all applicable laws, Weyerhaeuser's political contributions are managed by Corporate Affairs under a general delegation of authority from the company's general counsel. Prior approval for any contribution must be given by the appropriate Corporate Affairs senior manager. No contribution may be given in anticipation of or in return for an official act.

Weyerhaeuser sponsors an employee-funded Weyerhaeuser Political Action Committee which solicits voluntary contributions from eligible shareholders and employees. The WPAC is administered — and contributions decisions are made — by an employee-based WPAC Board of Trustees. This board consists of senior managers who represent all businesses and regions. Contributions to candidates in the United States are based on established criteria, relevant laws and employee recommendations, not political affiliation. These pooled funds are used mainly to support candidates for the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate. In some jurisdictions where Weyerhaeuser operates—North Carolina and Oklahoma—legally sanctioned WPAC funds are also used to support candidates for state elective offices.

In 2008, the Weyerhaeuser Political Action Committee contributed $503,500 to federal candidates, committees and some state candidates. WPAC contribution reports are filed with the Federal Elections Commission and posted on its website.

Other states allow companies to contribute directly to campaigns for state and local offices and for ballot measures, a democratic process in which Weyerhaeuser participates. In 2008, Weyerhaeuser made political contributions of $710,600 in the following states: Alabama, Arkansas, California, Georgia, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Oregon and Washington. Reports of state and local contributions are filed as required at state and local levels.

Canada

Weyerhaeuser Company Limited participates in the democratic process of parliamentary government in Canada.

Lawful corporate donations to political parties are a recognized, legitimate and transparent part of the Canadian process. Donations are made at only the federal and provincial levels of government and are publicly disclosed in accordance with reporting requirements in each jurisdiction where the company operates.

In 2008, Weyerhaeuser Company Limited, the company's primary Canadian subsidiary, contributed CAN$22,692 to political parties or candidates in Canada.