The Philanthropic Initiative

The Philanthropic Initiative, Inc. (TPI) offers an excellent priner on international giving entitled Global Giving, Making a World of Difference it can be accessed here http://www.tpi.org/resources/primer/global_giving_making_a.aspx Megan Wentworth

Grantmaking by Private Foundations in the International Arena
Council on Foundations
A look at key legal considerations for international grantmaking.
www.cof.org/Content/General/Display.cfm?contentID=749

Beyond Our Borders: A Guide to Making Grants Outside the U.S., 3rd Edition
Council on Foundations
This publication details the legal and technical requirements necessary to comply with U.S. laws and regulations that permit grants to non-U.S. organizations. Available for purchase.
www.cof.org/publications

International Grantmaking Basics
United States International Grantmaking, Council on Foundations
www.usig.org/gmbasics.asp

International Grantmaking: Opportunities for Small Foundations
Association of Small Foundations
This primer explains why giving internationally is an important opportunity for small foundations, and how it is completely doable, and covers options for giving abroad and the basic rules. Available for purchase.
www.smallfoundations.org/programs/primer_series

Megan Wentworth