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

Invest in Rural Leadership

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. 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. You can donate at the link below or through direct mail as well as to specific funds like the Toshihiro Takami Scholarship Fund that need your support. Thank you.