Give2Asia

Fostering Connections Between American Philanthropy and Chinese Communities.

Our mission is to strengthen communities throughout Asia by building trusted networks for charitable investment. We envision healthy and prosperous communities supported by an expanded flow of philanthropy and locally-led development. Our work focuses on key issues such as healthcare, the environment, disaster preparedness and relief, and poverty alleviation. We believe that local knowledge counts

: Give2Asia has a team of local staff, in-country advisors, and partners in every country where we work, ensuring projects are effective, results are transparent, and grant recipients are accountable. WHERE WE WORK
Afghanistan, Australia, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Laos, Malaysia, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, Pakistan, Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Timor-Leste, and Vietnam.

08/26/2026

As part of Give2Asia's 25th anniversary, we're looking back at the milestones, partnerships, and moments that shaped our journey.

This week, we revisit 2014, when Give2Asia expanded its focus on community-driven disaster preparedness across Asia.

With funding from the Margaret A. Cargill Philanthropies, Give2Asia and International Institute for Rural Reconstruction (IIRR) in Manila launching an innovative new community-based disaster risk mitigation program across South and Southeast Asia.

The partnership helped strengthen Give2Asia’s approach to disaster preparedness by putting local organizations and communities at the center of efforts to build resilience before disaster strikes.

08/19/2026

As part of Give2Asia's 25th anniversary, we're looking back at the milestones, partnerships, and moments that shaped our journey.

This week, we revisit 2013 when Give2Asia expanded its investment to strengthen philanthropy in China.

Give2Asia became the first funder of the China Foundation Center’s leadership training program, supporting efforts to build the skills and capacity of foundation leaders across the country.

Give2Asia also continued expanded its Beijing-based team in 2013 to build new partnerships and deepen its impact working with Chinese charities.

From the Archives: members of China Foundation Center’s leadership training program participating at a program event that year.

08/12/2026

As part of Give2Asia's 25th anniversary, we're looking back at the milestones, partnerships, and moments that shaped our journey.

This week, we revisit 2012, when Give2Asia strengthened its role in supporting the growth of philanthropy across Asia.

After 18 years of operation, the Asia Pacific Philanthropy Consortium (APPC) merged into Give2Asia, placing its collection of Asia-wide philanthropy research—developed by sector experts across the region—under Give2Asia’s stewardship.

That same year, the Asia Venture Philanthropy Network (AVPN) launched with Give2Asia joining as a founding member in its first year.

From the Archives: Give2Asia CEO Birger Stamperdahl speaking in a panel discussion at AVPN’s annual conference.

08/05/2026

As part of Give2Asia's 25th anniversary, we're looking back at the milestones, partnerships, and moments that shaped our journey.

This week, we revisit 2011. Following the Tohoku earthquake and tsunami in Japan, Give2Asia raised nearly $10 million for immediate response and long-term recovery. Working alongside trusted local partners—including Second Harvest Japan, Peace Boat, AAR Japan, and NICCO—and with support from donors such as the Adobe Foundation, Bank of America Merrill Lynch, Symantec, and the Japan Society of Northern California, we helped communities rebuild in the years that followed.

Give2Asia also celebrated its 10th anniversary with its first-ever gala, featuring keynote speakers Indian entrepreneur Gururaj "Desh" Deshpande and Stanford University China expert Scott Rozelle.

This year also marked the launch of Give2Asia Hong Kong, expanding our ability to support philanthropy across the region.

From the Archives: Workers clear debris in the aftermath of the Tohoku earthquake and tsunami.

08/03/2026

Rebuilding Dignity: How Collective Giving Transformed the Hong Kong Housing Complex Fire Recovery

Restoring homes, protecting health, and building community resilience for every member of the family. 🐾✨ Half a year after the Hong Kong Housing Complex Fire, our incredible partners are helping families—and their beloved pets—rebuild their lives with dignity and hope.

From emergency meals and specialized pet relief to senior home adaptations and migrant worker legal aid clinics, Give2Asia’s collaborative fund is bridging the gap when initial crisis resources wind down. Swipe to see true community resilience in action! ➡️

🔗 Link in bio to read our latest Interim Impact Update.

Feeding Hong Kong 香港仁人家園 Habitat for Humanity Hong Kong HELP for Domestic Workers 香港紅十字會 Hong Kong Red Cross 保良局 Po Leung K*k SPCA (HK) 香港愛護動物協會

07/29/2026

As part of Give2Asia's 25th anniversary, we're looking back at the milestones, partnerships, and moments that shaped our journey.

This week, we revisit 2010, when Give2Asia expanded its business development efforts, strengthening support for family philanthropy and corporate community engagement. As our network of Friends Funds continued to grow, we welcomed dozens of new partner organizations—including Hong Kong University of Science and Technology and Taipei Medical University—giving donors more opportunities to support trusted nonprofits and institutions.

07/22/2026

As part of Give2Asia's 25th anniversary, we're looking back at the milestones, partnerships, and moments that shaped our journey.

This week, we revisit 2009 when Give2Asia held the first-ever philanthropy forum in Beijing, hosting its Board of Directors in China while visiting recovery projects one year after the Wenchuan Earthquake.

Give2Asia also began partnerships with the Japan NPO Center and the Pakistan Centre for Philanthropy for local due diligence and charity identification vetting support.

From the Archives: Give2Asia's Board and China-based staff on a site visit in Beijing that year.

07/15/2026

As part of Give2Asia's 25th anniversary, we're looking back at the milestones, partnerships, and moments that shaped our journey.

This week we are looking back at 2008. The world responded with great compassion as China was struck by a massive 8.0 earthquake in Wenchuan County in Sichuan Province.

We were honored to work with amazing donors and response organizations who collectively mobilized $17 million for the affected area. Thanks to the many donors who supported this effort such as Starr Foundation, PepsiCo Foundation, the Committee of 100 and others.

We partnered with prominent Chinese foundations such as China Youth Development Foundation, Shanghai Soong Ching Ling Foundation, and China Women’s Development Foundation for both immediate and long-term recovery.

From the Archives: First responders performing search and rescue efforts among collapsed structures in the immediate aftermath of the earthquake.

07/03/2026

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We’re excited to welcome two new members to the Give2Asia Friends Fund network:

🏫 Bethel Foundation—Providing specialized care and education to Blind and Visually Impaired children since 2003.

👩‍👧 Christian Faith Charity Foundation—a Keelung NGO serving abused, displaced youth and women with children.

Bethel China 大光兒少之家

06/24/2026

As part of Give2Asia's 25th anniversary, we're looking back at the milestones, partnerships, and moments that shaped our journey. This week, we revisit 2007: Forming key referral partnerships, expanding access for donors to support causes across Asia.

Making its largest grant to date—$15 million supporting healthcare access in rural India.

From the Archives: a nurse practitioner performing finger prick tests during community health checkups in India

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