Donations FAQ

How is the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) funded?

CSIS’ work is made possible thanks to the generous support of individuals, foundations, and corporations.

How is the Center for Strategic and International Studies governed?

Founded in 1962 by David M. Abshire and Admiral Arleigh Burke, CSIS is a private nonpartisan, nonprofit organization governed by the Board of Trustees.  Former U.S. Senator Sam Nunn became chairman of the CSIS Board of Trustees in 1999, and John J. Hamre has led CSIS as its president and chief executive officer since April 2000.

Are contributions to the Center for Strategic and International Studies tax-deductible?

Yes. CSIS is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization and contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

How do I donate to the Center for Strategic and International Studies?

Please click on the above Donate Now button. If you wish to contribute by mail, please complete this donation form.

Which credit cards are accepted?

American Express, Master Card and Visa are all accepted. 

Are my CSIS online transactions safe?

Yes! CSIS and our credit card processor Network for Good uses industry-leading Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology for secure e-commerce transactions. SSL encrypts all of the personal information you submit, including credit card number, name, and address.

I am interested in Planned Giving.

For assistance with Planned Giving or other giving opportunities, please contact John Heyl, Senior Vice President for Development at  (202) 741-3955 or jheyl@csis.org.

Who can I contact for additional information?

You may call Sugesh Panicker at (202) 775-3117 or by e-mail at spanicker@csis.org