Global Ties Us
Global Ties U.S. is a national nonprofit organization based in Washington, DC that serves as the leader for connecting people and communities in the United States with global leaders through international exchange programs. Founded in 1961 and tax-exempt since 1966, the organization partners with the U.S. Department of State to implement exchange and public diplomacy programs. Global Ties U.S. leads a nationwide network of more than 70 member organizations serving all 50 U.S. states.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$5.8M
+2.4% YoY
Annual Giving
$9.6M
-28.0% YoY
Grant Count
74
+2.8% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$129K
-30.0% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Global Ties U.S. is the national leader for connecting people and communities in the United States with global leaders through international exchange programs. The organization advances U.S. strategic priorities abroad and boosts prosperity at home by harnessing the diplomatic potential of the country's people.
The organization's primary work centers on:
- Implementing the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP), the flagship exchange program in partnership with the U.S. Department of State
- Supporting a nationwide network of community-based nonprofit organizations that host international visitor groups
- Facilitating connections between global leaders and U.S. counterparts on issues including national security, economic development, and public diplomacy
- Operating the Emerging Leaders Program, which prepares young professionals for careers in international exchange and public diplomacy
Grantmaking
Global Ties U.S. provides funding to support its network of member organizations. According to recent data, $6.3 million in federal funding for the IVLP was provided to 70+ community-based organizations, which generated $78.3 million for the U.S. economy in the last reporting year.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Global Ties U.S. serves all 50 U.S. states through its network of 70+ member organizations. Primary funding activity has been documented in California, Florida, Texas, Pennsylvania, New Mexico, Colorado, and Ohio.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
2024 Financial Data:
- Total Revenue: $15.1 million
- Total Expenses: $15.5 million
- Total Assets: $5.78 million
- Total Liabilities: $4.8 million
- Total Giving: $9.97 million
Return on Investment: The nationwide Global Ties Network generates a 12:1 return on investment, translating $1 in federal funding into $12 worth of impact for local U.S. communities.
Organization Size: The organization employs 27 staff members and maintains a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $5,776,127 | $5,640,586 | $3,523,452 |
| Revenue | $15,070,139 | $18,756,864 | $17,585,853 |
| Expenses | $15,459,865 | $18,990,619 | $16,948,806 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $5,453 | $337 | $27,883 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
150 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Katherine A. Brown, Ph.D. serves as President and CEO of Global Ties U.S.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| PATRICIA HARRISON | CHAIR OF THE BOARD | 5 | — |
| PATRICIA PRESTON | VICE CHAIR OF BOARD | 5 | — |
| ELIZABETH KUMBHARI | SECRETARY | 5 | — |
| TARA PANEK BRINGLE | TREASURER OF THE BOARD | 5 | — |
| MUDDASSAR AHMED | MEMBER OF THE BOARD | 3 | — |
| CRYSTAL KELCH-BRAXTON | MEMBER OF THE BOARD | 3 | — |
| BENJAMIN CHANG | MEMBER OF THE BOARD | 3 | — |
| GHIDA DAGHER | MEMBER OF THE BOARD | 3 | — |
| ROBIN LERNER | MEMBER OF THE BOARD | 3 | — |
| SUSAN LORE | MEMBER OF THE BOARD | 3 | — |
| FELECIA MAXFIELD-BARRETT | MEMBER OF THE BOARD | 3 | — |
| JACQUELINE MILLER | MEMBER OF THE BOARD | 3 | — |
| DERRICK OLSEN | MEMBER OF THE BOARD | 3 | — |
| BENJAMIN ORBACH | MEMBER OF THE BOARD | 3 | — |
| JONATHAN QUARLES | MEMBER OF THE BOARD | 3 | — |
| ROMESH RATNESAR | MEMBER OF THE BOARD | 3 | — |
| XIAO YIN ZHAO | MEMBER OF THE BOARD | 3 | — |
| MARTIN BAIER | MEMBER OF THE BOARD UNTIL 12/23 | 3 | — |
| DIANA BUCCO | MEMBER OF THE BOARD UNTIL 12/23 | 3 | — |
| ANNA ALEMAN | MEMBER OF THE BOARD UNTIL 12/23 | 3 | — |
| KATHERINE BROWN | PRESIDENT & CEO | 40 | $190,255 |
| JOHN SEONG | SENIOR DIRECTOR, FINANCE AND OPERATIONS | 40 | $157,045 |
| FRANZISKA ROOK | SENIOR DIRECTOR, MEMBERSHIP & PROGRAMS | 40 | $136,621 |
| ANN-LOUISE COLGAN | SENIOR DIRECTOR, SC & EA | 40 | $132,429 |
| MARC WEINSTEIN | DIRECTOR, EXCHANGE PROGRAMS | 40 | $116,918 |
| GINA SMALLWOOD | ASSOCIATE DIR FOR FINANCE | 40 | $102,928 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
**America250 Partnership:** Global Ties U.S. was named an official supporting partner of America250, leveraging the nationwide reach of the Global Ties Network in a multi-faceted celebration of service, innovation, and civic connection.
Global Ties Network Marks 15th Anniversary of Citizen Diplomacy Day - Global**Emerging Leaders Program 15th Anniversary:** The organization celebrated the 15th anniversary of its Emerging Leaders Program in 2026, which has launched the careers of more than 250 young professionals from across the United States. The 2026 cohort welcomed nine exceptional individuals nominated by community-based member organizations.
2026 Citizen Diplomat Awards Recognize Local Leaders ...**Citizen Diplomacy Day:** The Global Ties Network marked the 15th anniversary of Citizen Diplomacy Day.
Announcing 2025 Citizen Diplomacy Action Fund Grantees**2026 National Meeting:** The organization held its 2026 National Meeting, with the Under Secretary for Public Diplomacy scheduled to speak.
**U.S. Citizen Exchange Alumni Program:** Global Ties U.S. was selected to implement the U.S. Department of State U.S. Citizen Exchange Alumni Program.
Announcing 2025 Citizen Diplomacy Action Fund GranteesSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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