Support Our Work

Since inception, Kibo Alliance, formerly American Friends of Asian Rural Institute,  has served as the dedicated US partner for ARI, channeling scholarship funds, grants, and in-kind resources directly to ARI’s innovative training programs.

  •     Stewarding donor gifts and administering scholarships such as the Takami Fund.

  •     Facilitating workshops, fundraising events, and ARI Graduate support.

  •     Ensuring the ARI model remains a beacon for rural leader development worldwide.

Through every strand of our programming, Kibo Alliance is committed to equipping leaders, strengthening networks, and building a world where rural voices lead the way to environmental and social justice.

Get Involved

Kibo Alliance depends on supporters, partners, and volunteers who believe in collective action for a better world. Sign up for updates, explore our stories of impact, or join us in equipping today’s rural leaders for an equitable and sustainable tomorrow.

Invest in Rural Leadership

Your donation to Kibo Alliance helps build a world that is environmentally healthy, just, and peaceful. Through your generosity, rural leaders gain the tools, training, and networks needed to create life-changing solutions in their communities. Every gift, whatever its size or form, makes a tangible difference.

How to Donate

  Online: Use our secure donation form to give instantly by credit card, debit card, or bank transfer.

    Mail: Send checks payable to "Kibo Alliance" to our office address (see below).

    Stock or Wire Transfer: Contact us for instructions to give via securities or direct bank transfer.

All donations are tax-deductible to the full extent allowed by law. American Friends of Asian Rural Institute (DBA Kibo Alliance)  is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Ways to Give

One-Time & Monthly Donations

Make a direct impact today or sustain rural transformation all year long. Choose a one-time gift or start a recurring monthly donation to provide consistent support where it is needed most.

Program-Directed Gifts

Direct your contribution to the programming that matters to you—whether that’s supporting the Tarr Fellowship, expanding Regional Hubs, Supporting the Asian Rural Institute, or funding Cultural Exchange initiatives. Your designated support brings specific projects to life and nurtures changemakers on the ground.

Scholarships 

Give to the Takami Scholarship Fund, empowering emerging rural leaders to participate in the Asian Rural Institute’s renowned training and pursue new opportunities for their communities.

Planned Giving & Legacy Gifts

Leave a lasting legacy that champions environmental justice and peace. Designate a bequest, include Kibo Alliance (American Friends of Asian Rural Institute)  in your will, or make a gift from your retirement assets to ensure your values endure for generations.

Tribute & Memorial Gifts

Honor a loved one, commemorate a milestone, or celebrate a special occasion with a gift that seeds real change. Kibo Alliance will send a personalized letter acknowledging your thoughtful tribute.

Matching Gifts & Workplace Giving

Multiply your impact—many employers match donations or facilitate workplace giving campaigns. Check with your company’s HR or philanthropy department to see if your gift can go further.

In-Kind Support

Contributions of professional services, equipment, or supplies help reduce operational costs and expand program reach. Contact us to discuss current needs and creative giving opportunities.