At a milestone anniversary reception, Give2Asia honored the leaders and partners who shaped its first 25 years and celebrated a new $100,000 commitment to its future.
On October 21, Give2Asia welcomed longtime supporters, philanthropic partners, and friends to San Francisco’s Asian Art Museum to celebrate 25 years of connecting donors with communities across Asia.
The reception was an opportunity to recognize the people and partnerships that have shaped Give2Asia since its founding in 2001, reflect on the organization’s evolution, and celebrate the relationships that continue to make its work possible. 
The evening also marked an important moment for Give2Asia’s future, with the announcement of new partnerships with foundation partners in China to support sustainable agriculture and responsible use of technology – reinforcing the vital role of philanthropic support in sustaining our mission for the next generation.
Honoring the People Who Built Give2Asia
Give2Asia was founded on a simple but ambitious vision: to make international philanthropy more accessible, effective, and responsive to local communities. Over 25 years, that vision has grown into an organization that has facilitated more than $535 million in grants to over 1,900 charitable organizations in China across education, healthcare, disaster response, and community development.
This progress reflects the dedication of the leaders, donors, and partners who helped build Give2Asia into a trusted platform for cross-border giving.
During the evening’s program, Give2Asia CEO Birger Stamperdahl reflected on the organization’s history and honored founding leaders and longtime supporters, including Allan Liu, George Sycip, Mike Rea, Bill Kim, and Bill Fuller.
Their contributions helped establish Give2Asia’s foundation and foster the relationships that have sustained its mission for 25 years, demonstrating the enduring importance of trust, collaboration, and local knowledge in effective philanthropy.
We extend our sincere gratitude to these leaders and the many others who have helped shape Give2Asia’s first quarter century.
Supporting Children in Need: A $100,000 Grant from TLC Charities
The evening also celebrated a generous $100,000 grant from TLC Charities to provide 
financial assistance to disadvantaged children.
This commitment reflects the power of philanthropy to create meaningful opportunities for vulnerable communities and the importance of partnerships in addressing local needs.
We extend our sincere gratitude to TLC Charities for its generosity and continued commitment to improving the lives of children in need.
Celebrating 25 Years. Building What’s Next.
From its earliest partnerships to its work today, Give2Asia has been guided by the belief that lasting impact begins with local knowledge and strong relationships. As the philanthropic landscape has evolved, so too has our organization, expanding its capabilities while remaining committed to connecting international generosity with locally led solutions.
Together with our anniversary celebration in Beijing in September, the San Francisco reception brought our community together across borders to honor the people and partnerships that have shaped our first 25 years. These relationships remain the foundation of our work and will be essential as we look toward the future.
As we continue our Building What’s Next campaign, we are focused on strengthening the partnerships, services, and philanthropic connections that will allow us to respond to emerging challenges and create new opportunities for impact.
To our honorees, supporters, partners, and everyone who joined us in San Francisco: thank you for being part of Give2Asia’s story.