Since its inception, IDLO has been a nonprofit organization which must seek voluntary contributions to meet its funding requirements.

Unlike most intergovernmental organizations, IDLO’s member states are not obliged to make annual contributions and some are unable to do so. While this facilitates state membership by the poorest countries, it creates the need to raise unrestricted grants to support operations and institutional growth. This support is provided by a variety of donors, including states, multilateral organizations, private foundations, corporations and individuals.

IDLO is very grateful for this support and encourages interested donors to help enable IDLO’s work by providing a financial contribution of any size.

For Public Sector Donor Information, Please Contact:   Mr. Pekka T. Saavalainen 

To Inquire About Private Donations To IDLO, Please Contact:   Mr. Thomas A. Bianchi 

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Private Sector Support 

It is recognized in the international community that developing close relationships and support from the private sector has become imperative to achieve critical objectives of the international community. IDLO has determined as a policy to seek and accept private voluntary contributions from private enterprises, business or professional associations, private foundations and individuals to further the policies, aims and activities of IDLO. The Organization’s structure provides a unique opportunity for private donors that is both versatile and capable of producing more immediate impact.

IDLO Policy on Non-Public Sector Fundraising

Tax Deductibility within the United States

The International Development Law Organization USA (IDLO-USA), a separate nonprofit corporation, exists for the purpose of carrying out activities in support of IDLO’s work and accepts contributions on behalf of IDLO in the United States. IDLO-USA is incorporated under the District of Columbia Nonprofit Corporation Law. It is exempt from federal income taxes in the United States under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (“Code”) and classified as a Code Section 509 private foundation. Contributions to IDLO-USA are deductible from U.S. federal income taxes as provided by law. IDLO can offer additional information on the U.S. tax treatment of contributions made to IDLO-USA; however, prospective contributors are encouraged to consult with their own tax advisors.