World Learning Inc
World Learning Inc is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization headquartered in Brattleboro, Vermont. Founded in 1932, it operates as both an accredited academic institution and an international NGO. The organization delivers educational programs, cultural exchanges, and development initiatives across more than 130 countries worldwide, with a portfolio of nearly 100 programs serving participants from diverse global backgrounds.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$67.2M
-2.9% YoY
Annual Giving
$7.3M
+7.6% YoY
Grant Count
113
+11.9% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$64K
-3.8% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
World Learning's mission is to create a more sustainable, peaceful, and just world through education, development, and exchange. The organization empowers people and strengthens institutions by helping individuals and communities develop 21st-century skills, intercultural understanding, and the capacity to address complex global challenges.
Primary program areas include:
- Global Development and Exchange — Cultural exchanges and development work designed to foster intercultural understanding and build institutional capacity
- Education and Skills Development — Supporting STEM centers for youth, teacher training programs, and literacy and numeracy initiatives in primary schools
- Youth Leadership Programs — Digital and in-person cultural exchanges and youth-led development initiatives
- Institutional Strengthening — Building capacity within communities and institutions for sustainable positive change
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
World Learning operates globally, with active programs in 162 countries. Specific regions mentioned in recent activity include:
- Middle East and North Africa
- Latin America
- Algeria
- Lebanon
- United States
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Most Recent Fiscal Year (2024):
- Total Revenue: $111.3 million
- Total Expenses: $110.5 million
- Total Assets: $67.2 million
- Total Liabilities: $18.7 million
- Number of Employees: 465
Historical Financial Data:
| Fiscal Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $108.7 million | $112.5 million | $69.2 million |
| 2022 | $110.9 million | $110.5 million | $67.2 million |
| 2016 | $156.5 million | $160.4 million | $78.9 million |
| 2015 | $146.1 million | $149.0 million | $76.6 million |
Revenue Composition (2023):
- Program Service Revenue: $106.2 million
- Investment Income: $940,307
- Other Revenue: $180,723
Expense Breakdown (2016):
- Salary Expenses: $47.0 million
- Fundraising Expenses: $1.6 million
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $67,217,249 | $69,242,962 | $65,294,631 |
| Revenue | $110,854,147 | $108,664,383 | $92,793,479 |
| Expenses | $110,530,321 | $112,486,970 | $92,532,471 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $2,332,224 | $940,307 | $3,875,042 |
| 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
242 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
Carol Jenkins is identified as a key leader within the organization.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carol Jenkins | CEO | 55 | $473,388 |
| Konstantin Lomidze | SVP Finance, CFAO | 55 | $277,691 |
| Sophia Howlett | President, SIT | 55 | $281,775 |
| Lisa Rae | SVP of Legal Affairs and General Counsel | 55 | $211,896 |
| Sravani Ghosh-Robinson | VP, Business Development | 40 | $171,893 |
| Anne Brnger | Vice President, Human Resources & IT | 40 | $183,652 |
| Said Graiouid | Provost and Dean of Faculty | 40 | $189,726 |
| Melissa M Oppenheimer | Vice President, Global Programs | 40 | $197,077 |
| Alexandre Lambert | Academic Director | 40 | $190,738 |
| Allen B Cutler | Trustee, Board Chair | 2 | — |
| Aicha Naomi Cooper | Trustee, Vice Chair | 2 | — |
| Jack Benson | Trustee, Vice Chair | 2 | — |
| Jennifer Backus | Trustee, Vice Chair | 2 | — |
| Michael Clarfeld | Trustee, Vice Chair | 2 | — |
| Bisa Williams | Trustee | 1.5 | — |
| Brandolon Barnett | Trustee [from 10/2023] | 1.5 | — |
| Cheryl Winter Lewy | Trustee [through 10/2023] | 1.5 | — |
| Elana Aquino | Trustee [from 10/2023] | 1.5 | — |
| Elizabeth Clay Roy | Trustee | 1.5 | — |
| John Wanda | Trustee | 1.5 | — |
| Lahcen Haddad | Trustee [through 10/2023] | 1.5 | — |
| Laura Roos | Trustee | 1.5 | — |
| Lauren Landis | Trustee | 1.5 | — |
| Lawrence S Cooley | Trustee [through 10/2023] | 1.5 | — |
| Lynne Maguire | Trustee | 1.5 | — |
| Mahesh Daas | Trustee | 1.5 | — |
| Michael Siegal | Trustee | 1.5 | — |
| Nicole Isaac | Trustee | 1.5 | — |
| Raimund Grube | Trustee | 1.5 | — |
| Rajesh Misra | Trustee | 1.5 | — |
| Roopali Phadke | Trustee | 1.5 | — |
| Sarah Ingersoll | Trustee | 1.5 | — |
| Sean Kirk | Trustee [from 10/2023] | 1.5 | — |
| Spencer Boyer | Trustee [from 10/2023] | 1.5 | — |
| Travis Feldler | Trustee [from 10/2023] | 1.5 | — |
| Virgil Miller | Trustee | 1.5 | — |
| Virginia A Loeb | Trustee [through 10/2023] | 1.5 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
World Learning has received multiple grants to expand its virtual exchange programming:
World Learning receives grant to connect young people across regions throughReceived grant funding to connect young people across regions through virtual exchange initiatives
World Learning receives grant to connect young people across regions throughReceived grant from the Stevens Initiative to connect students in the U.S., Middle East, and North Africa through virtual exchange programs
World Learning receives grant to connect young people across regions throughExpanded youth virtual exchange programming into Latin America
World Learning expands youth virtual exchange into Latin America - WorldLaunched third cohort of Alumni Small Grants program to empower youth-led change initiatives
Third Cohort of Alumni Small Grants Empower Youth-Led ChangeContact Information
General Inquiries:
- Phone: (202) 408-5420
- Email: [email protected]
Philanthropy & Donations:
- Phone: (802) 258-3141
- Email: [email protected]
Partnership Inquiries:
- Email: [email protected]
Address: 1 Kipling Road PO Box 676 Brattleboro, VT 05302-0676
Subject 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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