Giving from Abroad
The time and financial support of Alumni are key to sustaining the I-House experience for themselves and for the next generation of residents.
Special Giving Programs
Alumni and friends living in Canada, Germany, and the United Kingdom can potentially give tax-free to International House via local charities in these countries. All gifts made to International House will be acknowledged with a tax-deductible receipt.
Canada
Gifts made to Canadian Friends of I-House support two scholarships: the MacGuigan and the McLaine that are given directly to Canadian residents.
The MacGuigan Scholarships support Canadian citizens or permanent residents who exemplify Justice Mark MacGuigan’s values of volunteerism, public service, and leadership. The grant is given in memory of Canadian Friends Founder Mark R. MacGuigan, a distinguished I-House alumnus whose career included terms as a professor, Secretary of State for External Affairs and Minister of Justice
The McLaine Scholarships support Canadian citizens or permanent residents of East and Central European background who exhibit leadership potential through active participation in the I-House community and a demonstrated interest in promoting better relations with Central/Eastern Europe. This grant is given in memory of Alan P. McLaine, a distinguished I-House alumnus who was Canadian Ambassador to several East European countries.
How to Give:
Donations to Canadian Friends may also be made through the United Way of Canada. The charitable contribution number for United Way donations is 14081 3403 RROOO1. For more information, e-mail ihousecanada@rogers.com.
Germany
Gifts support scholarships for residents from the developing world and Germany at International House.
How to Give:
Bank transfers:
Spendenkonto 276392077 / Frankfurter Volksbank eG (BLZ 501 900 00)
IBAN: DE 08501900000276392077 BIC: FFVBDEFF
Please indicate your name, current address, phone number, and email address when making a gift by wire transfer.
Direct Debit Authorization:
Download the Freunde Membership Form and return it as instructed.
By Check:
Checks in Euros made payable to Freunde des International House may be mailed to:
Martin Schneider ’11
Treasurer
Freunde des International House
Lahnstr. 27 65239 Hochheim am Main
Germany
Alumni who give at least 25€ for individuals or 45€ for couples will be considered members and will have the right to vote at the Annual Meeting.
United Kingdom
Gifts to Friends of International House New York City Trust support scholarships, programs and other key resources at International House.
How to Give:
Bank Transfer:
HSBC
Account No: 51684485
Sort Code: 40-05-26
IBAN: GB91MIDL40052651684485
Swift Code: MIDLGB22
By Check:
Gifts by check made payable to Friends of International House New York City Trust may be sent to:
Friends of I-House, UK
c/o Patricia Hamzahee
6 Brathway Road, London SW18 4BB
Gifts should be accompanied by a Gift Aid Declaration.