http://www.give2asia.org/XML/category_11477_12585.xml http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10014139&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <strong>July 19, 2010</strong> - (San Francisco, CA) - Give2Asia, a U.S.-based nonprofit, announces today that Ms. Weili Dai and Mr. Kai-Fu Lee are joining its Board of Trustees. The two prominent business executives will guide Give2Asia&rsquo;s strategic growth and expand its platform of philanthropic services, which provide the tools and advice to support charitable projects in Asia. Major Leaders in Technology Help Philanthropy Better Serve Pressing Needs in AsiaJuly 19, 2010 - <strong>July 19, 2010</strong> - (San Francisco, CA) - Give2Asia, a U.S.-based nonprofit, announces today that Ms. Weili Dai and Mr. Kai-Fu Lee are joining its Board of Trustees. The two prominent business executives will guide Give2Asia&rsquo;s strategic growth and expand its platform of philanthropic services, which provide the tools and advice to support charitable projects in Asia. 10014139 11477 2010-07-19T21:00:20Z 2010-07-19T04:00:00Z 2011-07-20T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10013788&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <strong>May 12, 2010</strong> &ndash; (San Francisco, CA) - Two years ago today, a massive earthquake centered in Sichuan Province destroyed entire towns, knocked down homes and public buildings, and left 87,000 people dead and 5.5 million homeless. Give2Asia, a leading U.S. philanthropic services nonprofit, organized the second largest US donor response to this disaster, and is releasing a final report today on the US$16.6 million invested by its community in 56 different projects to help survivors. May 12, 2010 &ndash; (San Francisco, CA) - Two years ago today, a massive earthquake centered in <strong>May 12, 2010</strong> &ndash; (San Francisco, CA) - Two years ago today, a massive earthquake centered in Sichuan Province destroyed entire towns, knocked down homes and public buildings, and left 87,000 people dead and 5.5 million homeless. Give2Asia, a leading U.S. philanthropic services nonprofit, organized the second largest US donor response to this disaster, and is releasing a final report today on the US$16.6 million invested by its community in 56 different projects to help survivors. 10013788 11477 2010-07-19T21:00:20Z 2010-05-12T04:00:00Z 2011-05-13T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10013763&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <strong>May 11, 2010</strong> - (San Francisco, CA) - Cambodia is a source, transit and destination country for human trafficking. There are between 80,000 and 100,000 commercial sex workers in Cambodia, of which 30% are under 18 years old. Give2Asia, a leading U.S. philanthropic services nonprofit, and Kumar Ney Kdey Sangkheum (KNKS), a Cambodian NGO providing social services for vulnerable children, today announce a fiscal sponsor partnership, which will enable U.S. donors to improve the livelihood, health, human rights and education of Cambodian children. May 11, 2010 - (San Francisco, CA) - Cambodia is a source, transit and destination country for human <strong>May 11, 2010</strong> - (San Francisco, CA) - Cambodia is a source, transit and destination country for human trafficking. There are between 80,000 and 100,000 commercial sex workers in Cambodia, of which 30% are under 18 years old. Give2Asia, a leading U.S. philanthropic services nonprofit, and Kumar Ney Kdey Sangkheum (KNKS), a Cambodian NGO providing social services for vulnerable children, today announce a fiscal sponsor partnership, which will enable U.S. donors to improve the livelihood, health, human rights and education of Cambodian children. 10013763 11477 2010-07-19T21:00:20Z 2010-05-11T04:00:00Z 2011-05-12T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10013700&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <strong>April 22, 2010</strong> &ndash; (San Francisco, CA) - In the face of unrelenting pressure on Asian rice farmers to grow more rice to feed the poorest people in the region, a $300 million fund-raising campaign has been launched in the United States. April 22, 2010 &ndash; (San Francisco, CA) - In the face of unrelenting pressure on Asian rice <strong>April 22, 2010</strong> &ndash; (San Francisco, CA) - In the face of unrelenting pressure on Asian rice farmers to grow more rice to feed the poorest people in the region, a $300 million fund-raising campaign has been launched in the United States. 10013700 11477 2010-07-19T21:00:20Z 2010-04-22T04:00:00Z 2011-05-01T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10013574&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 San Francisco, CA – April 8, 2010 – Give2Asia, a leading U.S. philanthropic services nonprofit, and Qifang, the Chinese micro-lending company, today announce a fiscal sponsor partnership, which will enable U.S. donors to support college scholarships, financial literacy programs and social entrepreneurship. April 8, 2010 &#8211; (San Francisco, CA) - Give2Asia, a leading U.S. philanthropic services San Francisco, CA – April 8, 2010 – Give2Asia, a leading U.S. philanthropic services nonprofit, and Qifang, the Chinese micro-lending company, today announce a fiscal sponsor partnership, which will enable U.S. donors to support college scholarships, financial literacy programs and social entrepreneurship. 10013574 11477 2010-04-08T18:42:32Z 2010-04-08T04:00:00Z 2010-04-09T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10013548&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>April 5, 2010</STRONG> – (San Francisco, CA) - Give2Asia, a leading U.S. philanthropic services nonprofit, congratulates its Board Vice Chairman, Dr. Ta-lin Hsu, in joining the Committee of 100, a prestigious U.S.-based non-partisan organization composed of American business and community leaders of Chinese descent. April 5, 2010 &#8211; (San Francisco, CA) - Give2Asia, a leading U.S. philanthropic services <STRONG>April 5, 2010</STRONG> – (San Francisco, CA) - Give2Asia, a leading U.S. philanthropic services nonprofit, congratulates its Board Vice Chairman, Dr. Ta-lin Hsu, in joining the Committee of 100, a prestigious U.S.-based non-partisan organization composed of American business and community leaders of Chinese descent. 10013548 11477 2010-07-19T21:00:20Z 2010-04-06T04:00:00Z 2011-04-08T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10013704&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>April 1, 2010</STRONG> – (San Francisco, CA) - Give2Asia, a leading U.S. philanthropic services nonprofit, and the LIN Center for Community Development, a Vietnam-based organization providing direct support to local nonprofits, today announce a fiscal sponsorship that enables U.S. donors to help strengthen the nonprofit and philanthropic sector within Vietnam. April 1, 2010 &#8211; (San Francisco, CA) - Give2Asia, a leading U.S. philanthropic services <STRONG>April 1, 2010</STRONG> – (San Francisco, CA) - Give2Asia, a leading U.S. philanthropic services nonprofit, and the LIN Center for Community Development, a Vietnam-based organization providing direct support to local nonprofits, today announce a fiscal sponsorship that enables U.S. donors to help strengthen the nonprofit and philanthropic sector within Vietnam. 10013704 11477 2010-07-19T21:00:20Z 2010-04-01T04:00:00Z 2011-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10013765&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>March 29, 2010</STRONG> – (San Francisco, CA) – Give2Asia, a leading U.S. philanthropic services nonprofit, and MetrixLine, an innovator of business metrics management solutions, today announce a partnership that provides more transparent reporting of Give2Asia’s grant totals and trends. This is the first such partnership between MetrixLine and a nonprofit enterprise. March 29, 2010 &#8211; (San Francisco, CA) &#8211; Give2Asia, a leading U.S. philanthropic services <STRONG>March 29, 2010</STRONG> – (San Francisco, CA) – Give2Asia, a leading U.S. philanthropic services nonprofit, and MetrixLine, an innovator of business metrics management solutions, today announce a partnership that provides more transparent reporting of Give2Asia’s grant totals and trends. This is the first such partnership between MetrixLine and a nonprofit enterprise. 10013765 11477 2010-07-19T21:00:20Z 2010-03-29T04:00:00Z 2011-05-11T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10013328&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <P><STRONG>March 11, 2010</STRONG> - (San Francisco, CA) - Give2Asia, a leading U.S. philanthropic services nonprofit, and Shanghai Roots &amp; Shoots, a China-based program of the Jane Goodall Institute, today announce a fiscal sponsorship that enables U.S. donors to support local programs in China that promote the environment and community service.</P> March 11, 2010 - (San Francisco, CA) - Give2Asia, a leading U.S. philanthropic services nonprofit, <P><STRONG>March 11, 2010</STRONG> - (San Francisco, CA) - Give2Asia, a leading U.S. philanthropic services nonprofit, and Shanghai Roots &amp; Shoots, a China-based program of the Jane Goodall Institute, today announce a fiscal sponsorship that enables U.S. donors to support local programs in China that promote the environment and community service.</P> 10013328 11477 2010-07-19T21:00:20Z 2010-03-11T05:00:00Z 2010-04-30T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10013181&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>February 23, 2010</STRONG> - (San Francisco, Calif.) - Give2Asia announces today that Mr. Al Njoo is joining its Board of Trustees. Mr. Njoo will join 21 other board officers and trustees to guide Give2Asia's donor services and its work building philanthropic pathways to Asian communities in need. February 23, 2010 - (San Francisco, Calif.) - Give2Asia announces today that Mr. Al Njoo is joining <STRONG>February 23, 2010</STRONG> - (San Francisco, Calif.) - Give2Asia announces today that Mr. Al Njoo is joining its Board of Trustees. Mr. Njoo will join 21 other board officers and trustees to guide Give2Asia's donor services and its work building philanthropic pathways to Asian communities in need. 10013181 11477 2010-07-19T21:00:20Z 2010-02-23T05:00:00Z 2011-02-24T05:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10010522&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>October 23, 2009</STRONG> - (San Francisco, CA) - Give2Asia, a U.S. public charity which empowers donors and local Asia-based charitable groups, is partnering with corporations, foundations and individuals to help on-the-ground organizations respond to recent disasters in Taiwan, Southeast Asia and India. <BR> October 23, 2009 - (San Francisco, CA) - Give2Asia, a U.S. public charity which empowers donors and <STRONG>October 23, 2009</STRONG> - (San Francisco, CA) - Give2Asia, a U.S. public charity which empowers donors and local Asia-based charitable groups, is partnering with corporations, foundations and individuals to help on-the-ground organizations respond to recent disasters in Taiwan, Southeast Asia and India. <BR> 10010522 11477 2010-07-19T21:00:20Z 2009-10-27T04:00:00Z 2010-10-28T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10010474&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>October 19, 2009</STRONG> - (San Francisco, CA) - On the morning of October 19, Give2Asia hosted a conference call on disaster response in the Philippines. Thanks to everyone who attended. In this call, we featured Dr. Steven Rood of The Asia Foundation and Gillian Yeoh of Give2Asia, each discussing immediate relief and long-term recovery needs following the tragic typhoons Ketsana and Parma. October 19, 2009 - (San Francisco, CA) - On the morning of October 19, Give2Asia hosted a conference <STRONG>October 19, 2009</STRONG> - (San Francisco, CA) - On the morning of October 19, Give2Asia hosted a conference call on disaster response in the Philippines. Thanks to everyone who attended. In this call, we featured Dr. Steven Rood of The Asia Foundation and Gillian Yeoh of Give2Asia, each discussing immediate relief and long-term recovery needs following the tragic typhoons Ketsana and Parma. 10010474 11477 2010-03-09T21:33:12Z 2009-10-20T04:00:00Z 2010-10-21T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10010471&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>October 19, 2009</STRONG> - <EM>(San Francisco, CA)</EM> -&nbsp;Give2Asia hosted a conference call on disaster response in the Philippines on Monday. In this call, we featured Steve Rood of The Asia Foundation and Gillian Yeoh of Give2Asia, as they discussed immediate relief and long-term recovery needs following the tragic typhoons Ketsana and Parma. October 19, 2009 - (San Francisco, CA) -&nbsp;Give2Asia hosted a conference call on disaster <STRONG>October 19, 2009</STRONG> - <EM>(San Francisco, CA)</EM> -&nbsp;Give2Asia hosted a conference call on disaster response in the Philippines on Monday. In this call, we featured Steve Rood of The Asia Foundation and Gillian Yeoh of Give2Asia, as they discussed immediate relief and long-term recovery needs following the tragic typhoons Ketsana and Parma. 10010471 11477 2009-10-20T22:46:01Z 2009-10-19T04:00:00Z 2009-10-20T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10010412&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>October 5, 2009</STRONG> - <EM>(San Francisco, CA)</EM> – On Tuesday, October 20th, China Dialogue, Give2Asia, Pacific Environment, and the Sierra Club present a panel discussion on the state of environmental activism in China. October 5, 2009 - (San Francisco, CA) &#8211; On Tuesday, October 20th, China Dialogue, Give2Asia, <STRONG>October 5, 2009</STRONG> - <EM>(San Francisco, CA)</EM> – On Tuesday, October 20th, China Dialogue, Give2Asia, Pacific Environment, and the Sierra Club present a panel discussion on the state of environmental activism in China. 10010412 11477 2009-10-09T19:00:50Z 2009-10-04T04:00:00Z 2009-10-09T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10011478&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>September 9, 2009</STRONG> - (Afghanistan) - There's a new focus on women worldwide. The New York Times magazine dedicated their entire issue one week in August to women in the developing world. Of particular focus was a newly launched book written by the well-known Pulitzer winning couple Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl DuWunn titled: "Half The Sky: Turning Oppression Into Opportunity for Women Worldwide". The press focus on this timely book is significant-&nbsp; from reviews in Harvard and People magazine, to upcoming segments on shows like "The Today Show," the time has come for women and their issues worldwide to be in the spotlight.<BR> September 9, 2009 - (Afghanistan) - There's a new focus on women worldwide. The New York Times <STRONG>September 9, 2009</STRONG> - (Afghanistan) - There's a new focus on women worldwide. The New York Times magazine dedicated their entire issue one week in August to women in the developing world. Of particular focus was a newly launched book written by the well-known Pulitzer winning couple Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl DuWunn titled: "Half The Sky: Turning Oppression Into Opportunity for Women Worldwide". The press focus on this timely book is significant-&nbsp; from reviews in Harvard and People magazine, to upcoming segments on shows like "The Today Show," the time has come for women and their issues worldwide to be in the spotlight.<BR> 10011478 11477 2010-07-19T21:00:20Z 2009-09-09T04:00:00Z 2010-09-16T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10011477&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG><STRONG></STRONG><SPAN class=headerb><STRONG>Friends-International Turns 15</STRONG></SPAN><BR>July 31, 2009</STRONG> - <EM>(Cambodia)</EM> - Fifteen years ago the pair, together with Barbara Adams, were so appalled and saddened by the plight of Phnom Penh’s street children that they decided to do something about it. Known as ‘the dudes’ at Friends, Mark and Sebastien still consider the whole thing an adventure. “Whenever we get a little bored we start something new,” Sebastian says. “Yeah, we’re not the boring kind,” Mark adds.<BR> Friends-International Turns 15July 31, 2009 - (Cambodia) - &#8220;How does it feel after 15 years? <STRONG><STRONG></STRONG><SPAN class=headerb><STRONG>Friends-International Turns 15</STRONG></SPAN><BR>July 31, 2009</STRONG> - <EM>(Cambodia)</EM> - Fifteen years ago the pair, together with Barbara Adams, were so appalled and saddened by the plight of Phnom Penh’s street children that they decided to do something about it. Known as ‘the dudes’ at Friends, Mark and Sebastien still consider the whole thing an adventure. “Whenever we get a little bored we start something new,” Sebastian says. “Yeah, we’re not the boring kind,” Mark adds.<BR> 10011477 11477 2010-07-19T21:00:20Z 2009-07-31T04:00:00Z 2010-09-16T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10011479&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>July 23, 2009</STRONG> – (Deyang, CHINA) – The China Breast Cancer Foundation today is holding the launch ceremony for the first phase of the Deyang City Breast Cancer Prevention Network. The project’s US$1 million first phase opens a new breast cancer facility at the Deyang People’s Hospital and was made possible by the Avon Foundation for Women with grantor partner Give2Asia. Project Made Possible by the Avon Foundation for Women Will Bring New Services for Sichuan Province <STRONG>July 23, 2009</STRONG> – (Deyang, CHINA) – The China Breast Cancer Foundation today is holding the launch ceremony for the first phase of the Deyang City Breast Cancer Prevention Network. The project’s US$1 million first phase opens a new breast cancer facility at the Deyang People’s Hospital and was made possible by the Avon Foundation for Women with grantor partner Give2Asia. 10011479 11477 2010-07-19T21:00:20Z 2009-07-23T04:00:00Z 2010-07-24T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10011480&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>May 12, 2009</STRONG> – (Chengdu, CHINA) – On the first-year anniversary of the Wenchuan earthquake, Chilton Investment Company LLC is helping students at Sichuan University to overcome the hardships created by the disaster and to achieve their academic goals. In partnership with Give2Asia and with the goal of making an investment in China’s youth, Chilton Investment Company made possible a series of scholarships for freshman Economics and Finance majors who possess a solid record of academic success and who have been adversely affected by the earthquake. May 12, 2009 &#8211; (Chengdu, CHINA) &#8211; On the first-year anniversary of the Wenchuan <STRONG>May 12, 2009</STRONG> – (Chengdu, CHINA) – On the first-year anniversary of the Wenchuan earthquake, Chilton Investment Company LLC is helping students at Sichuan University to overcome the hardships created by the disaster and to achieve their academic goals. In partnership with Give2Asia and with the goal of making an investment in China’s youth, Chilton Investment Company made possible a series of scholarships for freshman Economics and Finance majors who possess a solid record of academic success and who have been adversely affected by the earthquake. 10011480 11477 2010-05-06T02:56:10Z 2009-05-12T04:00:00Z 2010-05-13T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10009191&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>May 11, 2009</STRONG> - (San Francisco, CA) – The Asha for Education Chapter at UCSF and its NGO partner, Give2Asia, are proud to host Ramji Rahgavan, founder of <A class="" href="http://www.agastya.org" target=_blank>Agastya International Foundation</A>, on Wednesday, May 13, at Rock Hall, Mission Bay. Agastya is a movement led by entrepreneurs, educators, scientists and teachers to revitalize and transform primary and secondary education in India. Through interactive high-impact grassroots education, Agastya endeavors to inspire and catalyze effective and widespread social development, innovation, and leadership. May 11, 2009 - (San Francisco, CA) &#8211; The Asha for Education Chapter at UCSF and its NGO <STRONG>May 11, 2009</STRONG> - (San Francisco, CA) – The Asha for Education Chapter at UCSF and its NGO partner, Give2Asia, are proud to host Ramji Rahgavan, founder of <A class="" href="http://www.agastya.org" target=_blank>Agastya International Foundation</A>, on Wednesday, May 13, at Rock Hall, Mission Bay. Agastya is a movement led by entrepreneurs, educators, scientists and teachers to revitalize and transform primary and secondary education in India. Through interactive high-impact grassroots education, Agastya endeavors to inspire and catalyze effective and widespread social development, innovation, and leadership. 10009191 11477 2010-05-06T02:56:10Z 2009-05-12T04:00:00Z 2010-05-13T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10008985&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>April 23, 2009</STRONG> - (Beijing, CHINA) - Give2Asia and Novartis today kick off a day-long philanthropy forum designed to expand charitable giving from both within and outside of China. The forum, entitled “Investing in China: The Role of Philanthropy,” will host 60 Chinese and North American leaders in philanthropy, business and government to discuss China’s future philanthropic needs. Give2Asia recognizes major donors to Sichuan Earthquake Relief &amp; RecoveryApril 23, 2009 - <STRONG>April 23, 2009</STRONG> - (Beijing, CHINA) - Give2Asia and Novartis today kick off a day-long philanthropy forum designed to expand charitable giving from both within and outside of China. The forum, entitled “Investing in China: The Role of Philanthropy,” will host 60 Chinese and North American leaders in philanthropy, business and government to discuss China’s future philanthropic needs. 10008985 11477 2010-04-19T13:19:05Z 2009-04-22T04:00:00Z 2010-04-23T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10008856&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>April 8, 2009</STRONG> – (San Francisco, Calif.) - Give2Asia, a US nonprofit helping private donors support local charitable projects in Asia, has released its latest catalog of Greatest Needs projects. The nine new projects range from Afghanistan to Timor Leste, and cover a range of critical issues, such as human trafficking, tuberculosis, girls education, and literacy. Latest Catalog Helps Donors Identify Scalable Projects with Long-term ImpactApril 8, 2009 &#8211; <STRONG>April 8, 2009</STRONG> – (San Francisco, Calif.) - Give2Asia, a US nonprofit helping private donors support local charitable projects in Asia, has released its latest catalog of Greatest Needs projects. The nine new projects range from Afghanistan to Timor Leste, and cover a range of critical issues, such as human trafficking, tuberculosis, girls education, and literacy. 10008856 11477 2010-03-09T21:33:12Z 2009-04-07T04:00:00Z 2010-04-08T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10008507&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>March 3, 2009</STRONG> – (San Francisco, Calif.) – Give2Asia announced today the appointment of Ta-lin Hsu as the newest member to its Board of Trustees. Dr. Hsu will join 20 existing Board Officers and Trustees from the philanthropic and corporate community to guide Give2Asia’s growth and strategic development. Founder and Chairman of H&amp;Q Pacific is a dedicated supporter of Asian philanthropyMarch 3, 2009 <STRONG>March 3, 2009</STRONG> – (San Francisco, Calif.) – Give2Asia announced today the appointment of Ta-lin Hsu as the newest member to its Board of Trustees. Dr. Hsu will join 20 existing Board Officers and Trustees from the philanthropic and corporate community to guide Give2Asia’s growth and strategic development. 10008507 11477 2010-07-19T21:00:19Z 2009-03-02T05:00:00Z 2010-03-03T05:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10011481&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>February 11, 2009</STRONG> - (San Jose, CA) - Xilinx Inc today announced it will commemorate the company's 25th anniversary with a special $250K charitable contribution to organizations dedicated to feeding the hungry. Based upon their stellar reputations and strong presence in regions where the company operates, Xilinx has chosen three charitable organizations: Feeding America, formerly known as America's Second Harvest ( <U><FONT face="Times New Roman" color=#0000ff size=3><A href="http://feedingamerica.org">http://feedingamerica.org</A></FONT></U>); Give2Asia ( <U><FONT face="Times New Roman" color=#0000ff size=3><A href="http://www.give2asia.org">http://www.give2asia.org</A></FONT></U>); and the European Federation of Food Banks ( <U><FONT face="Times New Roman" color=#0000ff size=3><A href="http://www.eurofoodbank.org">http://www.eurofoodbank.org</A></FONT></U>). Altogether, these groups serve over 40 countries in EMEA and Asia Pacific, plus all 50 United States, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. Contribution given to Feeding America, Give2Asia &amp; European Federation of Food Banks February <STRONG>February 11, 2009</STRONG> - (San Jose, CA) - Xilinx Inc today announced it will commemorate the company's 25th anniversary with a special $250K charitable contribution to organizations dedicated to feeding the hungry. Based upon their stellar reputations and strong presence in regions where the company operates, Xilinx has chosen three charitable organizations: Feeding America, formerly known as America's Second Harvest ( <U><FONT face="Times New Roman" color=#0000ff size=3><A href="http://feedingamerica.org">http://feedingamerica.org</A></FONT></U>); Give2Asia ( <U><FONT face="Times New Roman" color=#0000ff size=3><A href="http://www.give2asia.org">http://www.give2asia.org</A></FONT></U>); and the European Federation of Food Banks ( <U><FONT face="Times New Roman" color=#0000ff size=3><A href="http://www.eurofoodbank.org">http://www.eurofoodbank.org</A></FONT></U>). Altogether, these groups serve over 40 countries in EMEA and Asia Pacific, plus all 50 United States, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. 10011481 11477 2010-02-09T19:35:17Z 2009-02-11T05:00:00Z 2010-02-12T05:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10011482&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>February 4, 2009</STRONG> - (Chicago, IL) - The Wm. Wrigley Jr. Company Foundation today announced further details on a broad-based charitable initiative that will fund grass-roots programs around the world helping disadvantaged youth lead productive lives. The Foundation's $2.5 million initiative, originally announced in early 2008, supports global programs developed in partnership with the International Youth Foundation (IYF). Along with the programmatic details of the initiative released today, over $1 million in supplemental support will be provided to key international programs designed to help at-risk youth. Over $3.5 Million Dedicated to Youth Initiatives in China, Germany, India, Philippines, Poland, <STRONG>February 4, 2009</STRONG> - (Chicago, IL) - The Wm. Wrigley Jr. Company Foundation today announced further details on a broad-based charitable initiative that will fund grass-roots programs around the world helping disadvantaged youth lead productive lives. The Foundation's $2.5 million initiative, originally announced in early 2008, supports global programs developed in partnership with the International Youth Foundation (IYF). Along with the programmatic details of the initiative released today, over $1 million in supplemental support will be provided to key international programs designed to help at-risk youth. 10011482 11477 2010-01-20T20:18:34Z 2009-02-04T05:00:00Z 2010-02-05T05:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10011483&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>January 13, 2009</STRONG> - (Claremont, Calif.) - Claremont McKenna College and the Kravis Leadership Institute announced today the selection of Sakena Yacoobi, founder of the Afghan Institute of Learning, to receive the fourth annual Henry R. Kravis Prize in Leadership. January 13, 2009 - (Claremont, Calif.) - Claremont McKenna College and the Kravis Leadership <STRONG>January 13, 2009</STRONG> - (Claremont, Calif.) - Claremont McKenna College and the Kravis Leadership Institute announced today the selection of Sakena Yacoobi, founder of the Afghan Institute of Learning, to receive the fourth annual Henry R. Kravis Prize in Leadership. 10011483 11477 2010-01-14T08:15:53Z 2009-01-13T05:00:00Z 2010-01-14T05:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10009833&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>December 18, 2008</STRONG> -- (New York City) -- Missie Rennie, trustee of The Asia Foundation and Give2Asia, and her husband, Zach Taylor, recently endowed a Professorship chair in Ecology and Conservation Biology at the National University of Mongolia, to be named “The Taylor Family – Asia Foundation Endowed Chair.” December 18, 2008 -- (New York City) -- Missie Rennie, trustee of The Asia Foundation and Give2Asia, <STRONG>December 18, 2008</STRONG> -- (New York City) -- Missie Rennie, trustee of The Asia Foundation and Give2Asia, and her husband, Zach Taylor, recently endowed a Professorship chair in Ecology and Conservation Biology at the National University of Mongolia, to be named “The Taylor Family – Asia Foundation Endowed Chair.” 10009833 11477 2009-11-19T16:57:47Z 2008-12-18T05:00:00Z 2009-12-19T05:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10007209&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>October 30, 2008</STRONG> – (San Francisco, Calif.) – Give2Asia announced today the appointment of Gina Lin Chu and Safi Qureshey to its Board of Trustees. The two new trustees will join 18 existing trustees from the philanthropic and corporate community to guide the strategic development of Give2Asia’s donor services. Gina Lin Chu &amp; Safi Qureshey to Help Guide Strategic Direction and Philanthropic ServicesOctober <STRONG>October 30, 2008</STRONG> – (San Francisco, Calif.) – Give2Asia announced today the appointment of Gina Lin Chu and Safi Qureshey to its Board of Trustees. The two new trustees will join 18 existing trustees from the philanthropic and corporate community to guide the strategic development of Give2Asia’s donor services. 10007209 11477 2009-10-19T19:09:15Z 2008-10-29T04:00:00Z 2009-10-30T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10006916&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>September 25, 2008</STRONG> – (San Francisco, Calif.) – The Chinese Government announced Dr. Carter Tseng, Chairman of Little Dragon Foundation and Trustee of Give2Asia, as one of the recipients of the Friendship Award Wednesday, September 24, 2008. The Friendship Award is China’s highest state-level award, annually conferred to foreign experts as a gesture of appreciation and to commend their outstanding contributions to China’s cultural, social development, economic, scientific, technological, and educational progress. September 25, 2008 &#8211; (Beijing, CHINA) &#8211; The Chinese Government announced Dr. Carter <STRONG>September 25, 2008</STRONG> – (San Francisco, Calif.) – The Chinese Government announced Dr. Carter Tseng, Chairman of Little Dragon Foundation and Trustee of Give2Asia, as one of the recipients of the Friendship Award Wednesday, September 24, 2008. The Friendship Award is China’s highest state-level award, annually conferred to foreign experts as a gesture of appreciation and to commend their outstanding contributions to China’s cultural, social development, economic, scientific, technological, and educational progress. 10006916 11477 2009-09-10T19:28:26Z 2008-09-25T04:00:00Z 2009-09-26T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10006801&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>September&nbsp;8, 2008</STRONG> - (San Francisco, Calif.) -&nbsp;Give2Asia, a U.S. public charity dedicated to philanthropy for Asia, announced that Michael Howe has been named President &amp; Chief Executive Officer. Howe, who was appointed to his new role by Give2Asia's board of trustees, succeeds Mike Rea, Give2Asia's founding CEO, who left the organization in March. Internationally Recognized Community Foundation Leader to Expand Asian PhilanthropySeptember&nbsp;8, <STRONG>September&nbsp;8, 2008</STRONG> - (San Francisco, Calif.) -&nbsp;Give2Asia, a U.S. public charity dedicated to philanthropy for Asia, announced that Michael Howe has been named President &amp; Chief Executive Officer. Howe, who was appointed to his new role by Give2Asia's board of trustees, succeeds Mike Rea, Give2Asia's founding CEO, who left the organization in March. 10006801 11477 2009-08-20T18:35:56Z 2008-09-08T04:00:00Z 2009-09-09T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10006421&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>August 4, 2008</STRONG> – (San Francisco, Calif.) - Give2Asia, a US nonprofit helping private donors support local charitable projects in Asia, has released its <A href="page11483.cfm">latest catalog of Greatest Needs projects</A>. Based on research conducted by Give2Asia’s network spanning the Asia-Pacific region, the catalog is dominated by disaster recovery projects in Burma and China, as well as the need for clean water sources in poverty-stricken and industrializing communities. Give2Asia Launches Latest Catalog of Charitable Projects for Private DonorsAugust 4, 2008 &#8211; <STRONG>August 4, 2008</STRONG> – (San Francisco, Calif.) - Give2Asia, a US nonprofit helping private donors support local charitable projects in Asia, has released its <A href="page11483.cfm">latest catalog of Greatest Needs projects</A>. Based on research conducted by Give2Asia’s network spanning the Asia-Pacific region, the catalog is dominated by disaster recovery projects in Burma and China, as well as the need for clean water sources in poverty-stricken and industrializing communities. 10006421 11477 2009-07-24T18:59:02Z 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z 2009-08-04T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10006107&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>June 23, 2008</STRONG> - (San Francisco, Calif.) – Give2Asia, a U.S.-based public charity working with individuals and organizations supporting charitable projects in Asia, released audited financials that mark FY2007 as a record year for its community’s giving for Asia. During its fiscal year ending October 1, Give2Asia made possible a record $29.25 million in giving, facilitated 230 grants to local groups in Asia, and hosted 160 giving funds. Audited Financials Record $29.25 Million in Donations and Grants for AsiaJUNE 23, 2008 - (San <STRONG>June 23, 2008</STRONG> - (San Francisco, Calif.) – Give2Asia, a U.S.-based public charity working with individuals and organizations supporting charitable projects in Asia, released audited financials that mark FY2007 as a record year for its community’s giving for Asia. During its fiscal year ending October 1, Give2Asia made possible a record $29.25 million in giving, facilitated 230 grants to local groups in Asia, and hosted 160 giving funds. 10006107 11477 2009-06-23T21:15:31Z 2008-06-23T04:00:00Z 2009-06-24T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10005717&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <P><STRONG>May 27, 2008</STRONG> - (San Francisco, Calif.) -&nbsp;We invite you to a briefing&nbsp;on&nbsp;Thursday,&nbsp;May 29 to discuss&nbsp;China Earthquake relief and recovery efforts with three perspectives from China. The three speakers calling in from Beijing will discuss:</P><UL><LI>on-the-ground conditions and the status of relief work <LI>the kinds of projects that private donors can contribute to for both immediate relief and long-term recovery <LI>a discussion of the Chinese governments response to the quake </LI></UL> May 27, 2008 - (San Francisco, Calif.) -&nbsp;We invite you to a <P><STRONG>May 27, 2008</STRONG> - (San Francisco, Calif.) -&nbsp;We invite you to a briefing&nbsp;on&nbsp;Thursday,&nbsp;May 29 to discuss&nbsp;China Earthquake relief and recovery efforts with three perspectives from China. The three speakers calling in from Beijing will discuss:</P><UL><LI>on-the-ground conditions and the status of relief work <LI>the kinds of projects that private donors can contribute to for both immediate relief and long-term recovery <LI>a discussion of the Chinese governments response to the quake </LI></UL> 10005717 11477 2009-05-26T15:12:04Z 2008-05-27T04:00:00Z 2009-05-28T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10005567&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>May 14, 2008</STRONG> - (New York City) - Committee of 100 (C-100), an organization of prominent Chinese Americans, has set up an earthquake relief fund account for its members and the general public to make donations dedicated to victims of the recent earthquake in Sichuan, China.&nbsp; May 14, 2008 - (New York City) - Committee of 100 (C-100), an organization of prominent Chinese <STRONG>May 14, 2008</STRONG> - (New York City) - Committee of 100 (C-100), an organization of prominent Chinese Americans, has set up an earthquake relief fund account for its members and the general public to make donations dedicated to victims of the recent earthquake in Sichuan, China.&nbsp; 10005567 11477 2009-05-05T16:44:55Z 2008-05-14T04:00:00Z 2009-05-15T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10005523&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>MAY 14, 2008</STRONG> - (San Francisco, Calif.) - We are hosting an emergency briefing for advisors and clients about relief and recovery needs, and effective philanthropic strategies in response to the crisis in Burma. The program is co-hosted by Give2Asia, The Foundation for the People of Burma, and The San Francisco Foundation. <BR><BR>We have designed this briefing for&nbsp;professional advisors with clients who are interested in supporting the relief efforts in Burma, and we encourage&nbsp;advisors and others who are interested&nbsp;to attend the briefing or to dial in.<BR><BR>[<A href="newsarticle.cfm?articleid=10005531&amp;ptsidebaroptid=0&amp;returnto=page11476.cfm&amp;returntoname=News%20Room&amp;siteid=309&amp;pageid=11475&amp;sidepageid=11476">Download the agenda</A>]&nbsp; [<A href="newsarticle.cfm?articleid=10005530&amp;ptsidebaroptid=0&amp;returnto=page11476.cfm&amp;returntoname=News%20Room&amp;siteid=309&amp;pageid=11475&amp;sidepageid=11476">Download the speakers' bios</A>] MAY 14, 2008 - (San Francisco, Calif.) - We are hosting an emergency briefing for advisors and <STRONG>MAY 14, 2008</STRONG> - (San Francisco, Calif.) - We are hosting an emergency briefing for advisors and clients about relief and recovery needs, and effective philanthropic strategies in response to the crisis in Burma. The program is co-hosted by Give2Asia, The Foundation for the People of Burma, and The San Francisco Foundation. <BR><BR>We have designed this briefing for&nbsp;professional advisors with clients who are interested in supporting the relief efforts in Burma, and we encourage&nbsp;advisors and others who are interested&nbsp;to attend the briefing or to dial in.<BR><BR>[<A href="newsarticle.cfm?articleid=10005531&amp;ptsidebaroptid=0&amp;returnto=page11476.cfm&amp;returntoname=News%20Room&amp;siteid=309&amp;pageid=11475&amp;sidepageid=11476">Download the agenda</A>]&nbsp; [<A href="newsarticle.cfm?articleid=10005530&amp;ptsidebaroptid=0&amp;returnto=page11476.cfm&amp;returntoname=News%20Room&amp;siteid=309&amp;pageid=11475&amp;sidepageid=11476">Download the speakers' bios</A>] 10005523 11477 2008-08-28T15:54:11Z 2008-05-14T04:00:00Z 2008-09-06T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10005481&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <P><STRONG>MAY 9, 2008</STRONG> - (SAN FRANCISCO, CA) - Give2Asia, a U.S. public charity with a local network across Asia, has launched a Disaster Recovery Fund for emergency relief following the devastation left by Cyclone Nargis that struck Burma in early May.&nbsp; The initial devastation is now compounded by an acute shortage of food and clean water. </P><P>Those interested in making a donation for recovery in Burma, can contribute online at: <A href="http://www.give2asia.org/burma-cyclone">www.give2asia.org/burma-cyclone</A>. </P> MAY 9, 2008 - (San Francisco, Calif.) - Give2Asia, a U.S. public charity with a local network across <P><STRONG>MAY 9, 2008</STRONG> - (SAN FRANCISCO, CA) - Give2Asia, a U.S. public charity with a local network across Asia, has launched a Disaster Recovery Fund for emergency relief following the devastation left by Cyclone Nargis that struck Burma in early May.&nbsp; The initial devastation is now compounded by an acute shortage of food and clean water. </P><P>Those interested in making a donation for recovery in Burma, can contribute online at: <A href="http://www.give2asia.org/burma-cyclone">www.give2asia.org/burma-cyclone</A>. </P> 10005481 11477 2009-05-05T16:44:55Z 2008-05-09T04:00:00Z 2009-05-10T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10004991&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>APRIL 3, 2008</STRONG>&nbsp;- (Mountain View, Calif.) – Silicon Valley Community Foundation, an innovative center for philanthropy serving San Mateo and Santa Clara counties, and Give2Asia, a U.S. public charity dedicated to helping philanthropists make a difference in Asia, have initiated a partnership that will connect donors in Silicon Valley to causes and needs in the Asia-Pacific region. APRIL 3, 2008&nbsp;- (Mountain View, Calif.) &#8211; Silicon Valley Community Foundation, an <STRONG>APRIL 3, 2008</STRONG>&nbsp;- (Mountain View, Calif.) – Silicon Valley Community Foundation, an innovative center for philanthropy serving San Mateo and Santa Clara counties, and Give2Asia, a U.S. public charity dedicated to helping philanthropists make a difference in Asia, have initiated a partnership that will connect donors in Silicon Valley to causes and needs in the Asia-Pacific region. 10004991 11477 2009-03-12T16:31:10Z 2008-04-03T04:00:00Z 2009-04-04T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10004836&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>MARCH 17, 2008</STRONG> - (San Francisco, Calif.)&nbsp;- Give2Asia, a U.S. public charity dedicated to helping philanthropists make a difference in Asia, today announced the departure of founding President &amp; CEO Mike Rea. Mr. Rea is leaving to support the philanthropy of families and nonprofit organizations at a major financial institution. Mr. Rea will transition from his role at Give2Asia by March 31. Give2Asia’s Chief Financial Officer Ray Klinke will step in as interim CEO during the search for Mr. Rea’s successor. MARCH 17, 2008 - (San Francisco, Calif.)&nbsp;- Give2Asia, a U.S. public charity dedicated to <STRONG>MARCH 17, 2008</STRONG> - (San Francisco, Calif.)&nbsp;- Give2Asia, a U.S. public charity dedicated to helping philanthropists make a difference in Asia, today announced the departure of founding President &amp; CEO Mike Rea. Mr. Rea is leaving to support the philanthropy of families and nonprofit organizations at a major financial institution. Mr. Rea will transition from his role at Give2Asia by March 31. Give2Asia’s Chief Financial Officer Ray Klinke will step in as interim CEO during the search for Mr. Rea’s successor. 10004836 11477 2009-03-12T16:31:10Z 2008-03-16T04:00:00Z 2009-03-17T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10004468&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>February 13, 2008</STRONG> – (San Francisco, Calif.) - Give2Asia, a US nonprofit encouraging philanthropy to Asia, announces new Greatest Needs projects to help impoverished and at-risk communities. The eight new projects spotlight Bangladesh, Cambodia, China, India, Mongolia, Pakistan and Thailand. Projects tackle such issues as primary education for both boys and girls, women’s empowerment, and environmental sustainability. February 13, 2008 &#8211; (San Francisco, Calif.) - Give2Asia, a US nonprofit encouraging <STRONG>February 13, 2008</STRONG> – (San Francisco, Calif.) - Give2Asia, a US nonprofit encouraging philanthropy to Asia, announces new Greatest Needs projects to help impoverished and at-risk communities. The eight new projects spotlight Bangladesh, Cambodia, China, India, Mongolia, Pakistan and Thailand. Projects tackle such issues as primary education for both boys and girls, women’s empowerment, and environmental sustainability. 10004468 11477 2009-02-06T18:02:22Z 2008-02-12T05:00:00Z 2009-02-13T05:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10003249&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>November 14, 2007</STRONG> – (San Francisco, Calif.) - Give2Asia, a U.S.-based public charity facilitating international private giving for causes in the Asia-Pacific region, announced today the election of Mr. Bill S. Kim as Chairman of its Board of Trustees. Mr. Kim becomes Chairman of a philanthropic organization that has made possible over $29 million in private donations and giving for Asia during its 2007 fiscal year. Asian American Business Leader and Philanthropist to Help Build Donor Giving <STRONG>November 14, 2007</STRONG> – (San Francisco, Calif.) - Give2Asia, a U.S.-based public charity facilitating international private giving for causes in the Asia-Pacific region, announced today the election of Mr. Bill S. Kim as Chairman of its Board of Trustees. Mr. Kim becomes Chairman of a philanthropic organization that has made possible over $29 million in private donations and giving for Asia during its 2007 fiscal year. 10003249 11477 2008-11-11T23:59:50Z 2007-11-14T05:00:00Z 2008-11-14T05:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10001942&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>September 10, 2007</STRONG> -&nbsp;(Colombo, SRI LANKA) - The Asia Foundation is launching a new mobile library initiative aimed at helping an estimated 80,000 families and children who do not have access to the existing library services in four local authorities.&nbsp; Many of these communities were devastated by the tsunami, and schools and libraries are still in the process of being rebuilt. The mobile library initiative is being launched with support from the AIG Disaster Relief Fund (DRF), and Give2Asia &nbsp;September 10, 2007 -&nbsp;(Colombo, SRI LANKA) - The Asia Foundation is launching a new mobile <STRONG>September 10, 2007</STRONG> -&nbsp;(Colombo, SRI LANKA) - The Asia Foundation is launching a new mobile library initiative aimed at helping an estimated 80,000 families and children who do not have access to the existing library services in four local authorities.&nbsp; Many of these communities were devastated by the tsunami, and schools and libraries are still in the process of being rebuilt. The mobile library initiative is being launched with support from the AIG Disaster Relief Fund (DRF), and Give2Asia 10001942 11477 2008-08-28T15:54:11Z 2007-09-10T04:00:00Z 2008-09-11T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=10000167&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>July 19, 2007</STRONG> - (San Francisco, Calif.)&nbsp;– Give2Asia, offering personalized philanthropy services to corporations, foundations and individuals, announces a new set of giving options to help donors support causes and local, charitable groups in Asia. Give2Asia has created Focus Funds and Greatest Needs based on research from its founder, The Asia Foundation, and Give2Asia’s network in 21 countries across Asia. These funds and projects provide new giving opportunities in such areas as health, education, job training and disaster relief. July 19, 2007 - (San Francisco, Calif.)&nbsp;&#8211; Give2Asia, offering personalized philanthropy <STRONG>July 19, 2007</STRONG> - (San Francisco, Calif.)&nbsp;– Give2Asia, offering personalized philanthropy services to corporations, foundations and individuals, announces a new set of giving options to help donors support causes and local, charitable groups in Asia. Give2Asia has created Focus Funds and Greatest Needs based on research from its founder, The Asia Foundation, and Give2Asia’s network in 21 countries across Asia. These funds and projects provide new giving opportunities in such areas as health, education, job training and disaster relief. 10000167 11477 2008-06-06T21:16:07Z 2007-07-18T04:00:00Z 2008-07-19T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=50247&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>May 23, 2007</STRONG> – (New York City) - The Resource Foundation, King Baudouin Foundation United States, and Give2Asia will coordinate program and marketing activities to give donors access to a combined philanthropic network that spans Asia, Europe, Africa, Central and South America, and the Caribbean. May 23, 2007 &#8211; (New York City) - Three leaders in international grantmaking today announced <STRONG>May 23, 2007</STRONG> – (New York City) - The Resource Foundation, King Baudouin Foundation United States, and Give2Asia will coordinate program and marketing activities to give donors access to a combined philanthropic network that spans Asia, Europe, Africa, Central and South America, and the Caribbean. 50247 11477 2008-05-23T03:08:19Z 2007-05-23T04:00:00Z 2008-05-22T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=49836&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>May&nbsp;16, 2007</STRONG> – (San Francisco, CA) – Give2Asia, a U.S.-based nonprofit facilitating personalized philanthropy for corporations, foundations and individuals, released audited financials that mark 2006 as a record year for its donors’ giving to local charities in Asia. During its fiscal year ending October 1, Give2Asia made possible a record $17 million in giving, facilitated 250 grants to local groups in Asia, and hosted 111 client-directed giving funds. May&nbsp;16, 2007 &#8211; (San Francisco, CA) &#8211; Give2Asia, a U.S.-based nonprofit facilitating <STRONG>May&nbsp;16, 2007</STRONG> – (San Francisco, CA) – Give2Asia, a U.S.-based nonprofit facilitating personalized philanthropy for corporations, foundations and individuals, released audited financials that mark 2006 as a record year for its donors’ giving to local charities in Asia. During its fiscal year ending October 1, Give2Asia made possible a record $17 million in giving, facilitated 250 grants to local groups in Asia, and hosted 111 client-directed giving funds. 49836 11477 2008-05-15T22:58:12Z 2007-05-16T04:00:00Z 2008-05-15T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=48295&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>November 5 , 2006</STRONG> – (San Francisco, Calif.) Give2Asia, founded by The Asia Foundation to promote private philanthropy, has granted out 100 percent of its Tsunami Recovery Fund. Give2Asia and its donors gave over $4 million with this fund, which was established immediately after the December 26, 2004 tsunami that struck parts of Asia. Multi-million dollar fund supports local organizations in India, Indonesia, Sri Lanka and <STRONG>November 5 , 2006</STRONG> – (San Francisco, Calif.) Give2Asia, founded by The Asia Foundation to promote private philanthropy, has granted out 100 percent of its Tsunami Recovery Fund. Give2Asia and its donors gave over $4 million with this fund, which was established immediately after the December 26, 2004 tsunami that struck parts of Asia. 48295 11477 2007-10-02T15:53:30Z 2006-11-05T05:00:00Z 2007-11-04T05:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=48331&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>October 25, 2006</STRONG> - (San Francisco, Calif.) Give2Asia, founded by The Asia Foundation to promote private philanthropy, plans to double the private giving made possible through its donor-driven services. New donors are looking for services such as those from Give2Asia that make possible effective giving to local charitable groups. $85 Million for Asia by 2010; Partners with the Skoll Foundation, American International Group, <STRONG>October 25, 2006</STRONG> - (San Francisco, Calif.) Give2Asia, founded by The Asia Foundation to promote private philanthropy, plans to double the private giving made possible through its donor-driven services. New donors are looking for services such as those from Give2Asia that make possible effective giving to local charitable groups. 48331 11477 2007-10-02T15:53:30Z 2006-10-25T04:00:00Z 2007-10-24T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=48332&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>October 25, 2006</STRONG> - (San Francisco, Calif.) - Give2Asia, founded by The Asia Foundation to promote private philanthropy, has established a strategic partnership with the Skoll Foundation to increase charitable giving to Asia. The partnership includes a $300,000, multi-year gift by the Skoll Foundation to Give2Asia to support its donor-driven philanthropy. With the Skoll Foundation's support, Give2Asia will help donors generate $85 million in new philanthropy for Asia between 2007 and 2010. Groups Work Together to Increase Philanthropy to Asia by 2010October 25, 2006 - (San Francisco, <STRONG>October 25, 2006</STRONG> - (San Francisco, Calif.) - Give2Asia, founded by The Asia Foundation to promote private philanthropy, has established a strategic partnership with the Skoll Foundation to increase charitable giving to Asia. The partnership includes a $300,000, multi-year gift by the Skoll Foundation to Give2Asia to support its donor-driven philanthropy. With the Skoll Foundation's support, Give2Asia will help donors generate $85 million in new philanthropy for Asia between 2007 and 2010. 48332 11477 2007-10-02T15:53:30Z 2006-10-25T04:00:00Z 2007-10-24T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=48333&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>August 22, 2006</STRONG> – (San Francisco, Calif.) Give2Asia, a U.S.-based non-profit organization founded by The Asia Foundation to promote private philanthropy, will help international donors with donor-advised funds comply with new Federal legislation that regulates charitable giving. The Pension Protection Act of 2006 defines the types of charitable disbursements that can be made from donor-advised funds, and how grants from these funds must be reported to the Federal government. Pension Protection Act of 2006 Guides Use of Donor-Advised FundsAugust 22, 2006 – (San Francisco, <STRONG>August 22, 2006</STRONG> – (San Francisco, Calif.) Give2Asia, a U.S.-based non-profit organization founded by The Asia Foundation to promote private philanthropy, will help international donors with donor-advised funds comply with new Federal legislation that regulates charitable giving. The Pension Protection Act of 2006 defines the types of charitable disbursements that can be made from donor-advised funds, and how grants from these funds must be reported to the Federal government. 48333 11477 2007-08-06T23:40:27Z 2006-08-22T04:00:00Z 2007-08-21T04:00:00Z http://www.give2asia.org/newsarticle.cfm?articleID=48334&pageid=11477&SiteID=309&PTSIDEBAROPTID=0 <STRONG>January 6, 2005</STRONG> - (Santa Clara, CA) McAfee, Inc. (NYSE: MFE) today announced support for the tsunami relief efforts across Asia with company and employee donations totaling $250,000. The funds, including an initial donation of $50,000 and an additional $200,000 through a global employee contribution matching program, will be directed to Give2Asia’s Tsunami Recovery Fund to support immediate and long-term recovery efforts. Supports Immediate And Long-Term Efforts Through Give2Asia's Tsunami Recovery Fund January 6, 2005 - <STRONG>January 6, 2005</STRONG> - (Santa Clara, CA) McAfee, Inc. (NYSE: MFE) today announced support for the tsunami relief efforts across Asia with company and employee donations totaling $250,000. The funds, including an initial donation of $50,000 and an additional $200,000 through a global employee contribution matching program, will be directed to Give2Asia’s Tsunami Recovery Fund to support immediate and long-term recovery efforts. 48334 11477 2007-06-12T00:13:49Z 2005-01-06T05:00:00Z 2007-06-12T04:00:00Z