RESOURCES

Support the East-West Center

Join us in addressing the critical needs of today through the East-West Center’s work in promoting better relations and understanding among the people and nations of the United States, Asia, and the Pacific.

WAYS TO GIVE

Thank you for considering a gift to the East-West Center Foundation to support the EWC’s mission.

Online

Please visit our online donation page to make your gift.

By Mail

Please print and fill out our donation form to mail with your donation.

Wire Transfer

For gifts via ACH or wire transfer, please contact Alyssa Tanabe, Development Operations Specialist at (808) 944-7109 or via email.

Donation of Securities

Please contact Laurie Komatsu, Director of Philanthropic Partnerships at (808) 944-7434 or via email.

Estate & Planned Gifts

Includes planned gifts made through a will, trust, estate plan, life insurance policy or retirement/investment account.

The East-West Center Foundation applies a one-time administrative fee to all gifts and pledge payments to provide essential support necessary to its operation. The fee is currently 5%.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • East-West Center Foundation is a separate incorporated 501(c)(3) that is committed to advancing the priorities and objectives of the EWC by cultivating a shared culture of philanthropy and generosity. Our Foundation is the central vehicle of philanthropic support for the EWC.

  • The East-West Center Foundation is governed by an independently elected board of directors comprised of prominent community and civic leaders.

  • The East-West Center Foundation applies a one-time administrative fee to all gifts and pledge payments to provide essential support necessary to its operation. The fee is currently 5%.

    The East-West Center Foundation's external endowment manager assesses an annual fee for its investment management services. Currently, the fee is calculated as 0.55% of the endowment market value.

  • IRS Employer Identification Number (EIN) (Tax I.D.): 99-0218752

  • Yes. If you are donating online, please check the box, “I would like this gift to remain anonymous.” Otherwise, please advise us that you wish to have your gift remain confidential.

  • Yes. Gifts in memory of or in honor of an individual can be made during one’s lifetime or through bequests. Please inform us of your intention when considering a gift.