Earth Day 2024: Sustaining Our Planet Through Local Action  This Earth Day serves as a poignant reminder that environmental conservation and sustainability are crucial for a healthier planet and a brighter future. It is a call to action for us to unite in efforts to safeguard our environment. Give2Asia is proud to spotlight two exemplary initiatives in Taiwan that embody our commitment to environmental stewardship and education. By supporting local organizations like the Green Citizen’s Action Alliance and the Wild Bird Society of Taipei, we are catalyzing change that not only respects ou ..read more

The team at Give2Asia is deeply saddened by the loss of Dr. Ta-lin Hsu, a remarkable leader known for his exceptional achievements in both business and philanthropy. Dr. Hsu’s impact on Give2Asia was profound. He dedicated a decade of service on the board of Give2Asia in the U.S., including six years as our esteemed Board Chairman from 2012 to 2017. Additionally, he served on the board of Give2Asia Foundation in Hong Kong SAR from 2012 until his passing in 2024. Together with his wife Joyce Hsu, Dr. Hsu was among the earliest supporters of Give2Asia when we were founded in 2001. Over the years ..read more

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Empowerment Through Equality: Celebrating International Women’s Day 2024 International Women’s Day serves as a reminder of the ongoing struggle for gender equality and the crucial role that empowerment plays in the lives of women and girls. This year’s theme ‘Inspiring Inclusion’ is a call to action that challenges us to dismantle barriers and cultivate an environment where women and girls can thrive across all sectors. In alignment with this vision, Give2Asia’s efforts to support projects focused on women’s empowerment and inclusion shine, demonstrating a steadfast commitment to creating oppo ..read more

King Baudouin Foundation United States and Give2Asia Join Forces in Myriad USA to Advance Informed, Effective Giving Across the Globe Myriad USA will Harness the Expertise and Networks of Two Leading Philanthropy Advisors and Provide a Streamlined Solution for Giving Overseas, Anywhere Around the World; Give2Asia Will Focus on its Unparalleled Expertise in Charitable Giving for China. January 11, 2024—Today, the King Baudouin Foundation United States (KBFUS) and Give2Asia announced that they are expanding their long-standing partnership to better serve the global philanthropy sector. KBFUS has ..read more

Boasting the title of the world’s most populous nation and one of the largest economies, China presents a distinct set of challenges for philanthropic endeavors. Its rich history, diverse culture, and rapid development converge to form a complex landscape that demands a profound understanding for impactful international grantmaking. Today, we have the privilege of gaining insights from Carol Yang, who serves as the Head of the China Representative Office for Give2Asia. With her extensive experience and expertise in leadership, philanthropy, and grantmaking within China, Carol offers invaluabl ..read more

Empowering Communities: The Role of Local NGOs in Disaster Risk Reduction  2023 has been a busy year for Give2Asia in disaster response. From earthquakes ravaging Turkey, Syria, and Morrocco to cyclones and flooding across China, the Philippines, India and Pakistan to landslides in Japan and South Korea Give2Asia and its DisasterLink partners have been hard at work fundraising and delivering critical aid and supplies to effected communities. There is, however, another side to disaster response that is frequently overlooked and underfunded: Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR). Since October 13 i ..read more

WINGS: 5 things to know about international giving to the Middle East This article was originally published by WINGS. You can view the original post here.  Philanthropy is not a new concept in the Middle East. Historically rooted largely in religious giving, the region has had a rich charitable sector for centuries. In recent years, the sector has evolved where private and non-religious philanthropy has been flourishing alongside government and community programmes to address many challenges facing the region including conflict, poverty, and inequality. This growing interest in grantmaki ..read more

Report: India Flood Relief (2020) In July and August 2020, extreme rainfall caused widespread flooding in India. Executive Summary    More than 3,000 villages across 29 districts in the state were flooded.   According to the National Emergency Response Centre (NDMI), the situation forced the evacuation of at least 568,000 people, with over 210,000 of them finding shelter in relief centers. Tragically, the death toll stands at a devastating 771 individuals.  The states hit hardest by this calamity include West Bengal, Assam, Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, K ..read more

Give2Asia’s DisasterLink Network Expands to 15 New Locations, Extending Support to 51 Partners In a significant milestone for disaster response and recovery efforts across Asia, Give2Asia is thrilled to announce the expansion of its DisasterLink Network. This expansion brings the total number of supported locations to 20 and partners to 51, strengthening our commitment to rapid, localized, effective disaster response in the region. A Growing Network for Swift Disaster Response The DisasterLink Network, launched in 2022, was designed to facilitate faster disaster response funding to communities ..read more