Support NBR

The National Bureau of Asian Research is a nonprofit, nonpartisan research institution dedicated to informing and strengthening policy in the Asia-Pacific. NBR opened its doors in 1989 with founding grants from the University of Washington’s Henry M. Jackson Foundation and The Boeing Company. Over the years NBR’s work has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to addressing issues as critical to humanity’s future as any—a goal shared by our supporters. Learn more about NBR’s mission and history.

NBR is committed to providing nonpartisan research. The institution takes a politically neutral stance on issues of public policy and will thus have no preferential association with any political party, commercial interest, or special interest group. NBR organizes its research around three broad topics: Politics and Security, Economics and Trade, and Health.

We are aware that donors face many choices when contemplating giving a charitable contribution to a nonprofit organization. We invite you to support leading independent research on America's most pressing issues in the Asia-Pacific. Your support plays an essential role in enabling us to deliver cutting-edge research, launch new initiatives, and train the next generation of Asian affairs specialists committed to and capable of bridging the gap between scholarly research and policy.

Make a Gift Today

Support the work of NBR by making a contribution to:

General Needs Slade Gorton International Policy Center George F. Russell Jr. Hall Capital Campaign The John M. Shalikashvili Chair in National Security Studies Endowment The Kenneth B. and Anne H.H. Pyle Center for Northeast Asian Studies Endowment The Jane T. Russell Award for Leadership and Service Internships and Fellowships Japan-U.S. Discussion Forum

Frequently Asked Questions

If you have a question that has not been addressed here, please feel free to contact Maureen Johnson at development@nbr.org or 206-632-7370.

Is NBR affiliated with any political party?

NBR is committed to providing nonpartisan research. The institution takes a politically neutral stance on issues of public policy and has no preferential association with any political party, commercial interest, or special interest group.

How does NBR receive its funding?

NBR’s funding comes from individual contributions, private and public foundation grants, corporate donations, and government contracts. NBR’s diverse funding sources enable the institution to provide independent research on key issues in the Asia Pacific facing U.S. policymakers today.

What does my gift support?

General "unrestricted" gifts go to NBR’s operating fund, which provides administrative support to all of the institution's programs. Gifts to the general operating fund provide critical long-term stability to the organization and the flexibility needed to embark upon initiatives that require immediate funding.

Are donations to NBR tax-deductible?

NBR is a tax-exempt, charitable organization that is eligible to receive tax-deductible donations under IRS code 501(c)(3). Please let us know if you require a copy of the institution's IRS determination.

What are the different ways to support NBR?

Monetary Support
Donations to general and specific needs on the can be made by credit card through our website, or by printing out a giving form and sending it to NBR with a check or money order

Automatic Contributions
In lieu of a one-time monetary donation, you may arrange to support NBR with a donation automatically on an annual, quarterly, monthly, or other specified time basis. Please contact Institutional Development to set up this process.

Matching Gifts
Many companies will match donations by their employees to charities. Your matched gift provides twice the amount of support to NBR. If your company matches gifts, simply fill out your company form and send it along to NBR with your gift.

In-Kind Contributions
In-kind contributions are non-cash inputs that can be assigned a cash value for tax deduction purposes. It is possible to donate goods or services to NBR in the form of an in-kind donation. For example, individuals and corporations have donated software, legal counsel, office equipment, and other items or services to NBR.

Donation of Securities
By donating securities to NBR, you may be able to avoid the capital gains tax on such a gift. For more information and instructions on donated shares, please contact Institutional Development.

Endowments and Named Giving Opportunities
NBR provides opportunities to contribute to its general endowment or to establish a new endowment to honor a special individual. Endowments are critical to NBR’s future in that they offer long-term, stable funding to the institution by providing an initial principal sum to serve as a financial anchor. Named endowments are particularly useful in that they create an enduring legacy by linking the donor’s name in perpetuity to an area that is relevant to his or her life achievements.

In addition to the general endowment fund, NBR has two named endowments:

John M. Shalikashvili Chair in National Security Studies Kenneth B. and Anne H.H. Pyle Center for Northeast Asia Studies

Contributions may be made to any of the above. For opportunities to create new endowments, please contact Institutional Development.

Bequests and Other Planned Giving
Other giving possibilities to NBR include bequests through a will or estate, as well as annuities, deferred gift annuities, and trusts—most of which provide the donor with income for life, and may avoid capital gains taxes and reduce estate taxes. Please contact Institutional Development for more information about any of these options.

How does NBR remain accountable to its donors?

NBR is audited annually by:

Moss Adams LLP
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