US ASIA INSTITUTE

Financials

From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.

Officers, directors and key employees

As listed on the 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024, highest compensation first.

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)

232 E CAPITOL ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20003-1036

In care of

% MARY SUE BISSELL

Principal officer (990 for 2024)

Mary Sue Bissell, 232 East Capitol Street NE, Washington, DC 20003

Signed the 990

MARY SUE BISSELL, PresidentSecretaryTrustee

Phone

(202) 544-3181

Website

www.usasiainstitute.org

Return prepared by

Mullins PC

Mission

To facilitate understanding and communication between the U.S. and Asia by educating congressional members and staff; diplomats; and others from business, government, and academia through people-to-people exchanges, off-the-record briefings, networking

Program accomplishments

• Professional development programs: American Rule of Law. American law students traveled to China and Hong Kong for a two-week period in May 2024 to learn firsthand about Chinas legal system. This program found them meeting with law professors and students, government and non-government institutions, lawyers and businessmen in Hong Kong, Shanghai, Beijing and Shenzhen. The interactive discussions provided them with a basic knowledge of China and Hong Kongs legal systems, allowing for comparisons to the US rule of law. This was the ninth year of this program. Chinese Rule of Law. The Chinese Rule of Law program brought Chinese law students from three top Chinese universities Tsinghua, Peking University School for Transnational Law and Shanghai Jiao Tongto the US as the program returned to an in-person format. The students were able to meet with Members and staff of Congress, judges at all levels, law students, practicing lawyers, think tanks and others to gain gain insight into the U.S. rule of law system This was the 17th year the program was held. Youth Development Programs The US-Asia Institute continued three youth development programs for Filipino American, Mongolian American, and, for the first time ASEAN Diaspora young leaders. The Thai American National Internship Program took a hiatus due to lack of budget from the Thai government. 3 Thai Americans were included in the ASEAN Diaspora program IMPACT! USAI continued a youth empowerment program for Filipino American young people to provide them the opportunity to build a stronger understanding of how the US government works and how they can make a difference by becoming actively engaged in their communities. The participants were placed in virtual internships around Washington DC to engage with policy and thought leaders firsthand. 8 participants were selected with all participating in person The ASEAN Diaspora welcomed 6 students, all in-person. The Mongolian-US National Civic Engagement Program (MUNCEP) brought 5 students to Washington DC to participate in the program. USAI Internship Program. 18 outstanding young people from around the globe participated in the US-Asia Institutes internship program in 2024. From special high school mentoring programs to short term mini-mester experiences to part and full-time internships, the USAI served as a unique training ground for aspiring young professionals to learn firsthand how government works and the interaction between the government, business, academic and diplomatic communities. The internship was bolstered by weekly Lunch and Learns where USAI trustees, advisors, and contacts offered their unique insights into various issues, career paths, and more. The USAI internship network coupled with the other professional development programs numbers more than 1,000 members. USAI x SGN Cultural Exchange and Community Building: A Path to Professional Success USAI and the Singapore Global Network (SGN) hosted virtual discussion for the ASEAN Diaspora. West Coast Event More than 300 people attended a star-studded special event in Los Angeles July 2, 2024 to celebrate USAIs 45th Anniversary and to address pathways forward from Asian Hate to positive community engagement. USAI Founding Family icon Nancy Tom was honored with a special award along with Congresswoman Judy Chu and community organizer and activist Bill Imada.
  Expenses $118,916
• Networking Receptions: The US-Asia Institute kicked off 2024 and its 45th Anniversary Year of its founding with its annual Lunar New Year reception. More than 350 attendees participated from the government, business, academic and diplomatic communities. Courtyard Receptions. In July and September of 2024, the US-Asia Institute hosted Courtyard Receptions utilizing the outdoor space surrounding USAI Headquarters. More than 350 people stopped by. These receptions are integral to USAIs mission of people-to-people interaction to build understanding and keep the lines of communication open. Holiday Luncheon. An in-person holiday luncheon was hosted by USAI in December 2024 to show appreciation for USAI Board Members, Advisory Board counselors, Congressional Circle, and other friends and volunteers who support USAI. 63 people were able to attend in person.
  Expenses $109,577 · grants $25,000
• Briefings and Webinars: Most of the US-Asia Institutes programming were in-person event. Those programs that were virtual remained on the Zoom platform, enabling USAI to expand its reach for audience participation and to attract speakers from around the world. In 2024, USAI hosted: China 101 seminars for Congressional staff (in person) ASEAN 101 seminars for Congressional staff (in person) India 101 seminars for Congressional staff (in person) Korea 101 seminars for Congressional staff (in person) Japan 2024 seminars for Congressional Staff (in person; smaller roundtable discussions) Southeast Asia In Focus Webinars (virtually) Northeast Asia In Focus Webinars (virtually) North Korea briefings (virtually and in person)
  Expenses $89,101
• Delegations: A corporate delegation to South Korea was conducted in October 2024 to provide insight into Koreas plans as the host for APEC 2025. Also the US-Asia Institute welcomed various delegations from Asia including a group of scholars from the Shanghai Institutes for International Studies who participated in a roundtable with Congressional staff, and corporate, academic, and USAI-affiliated friends; a delegation of young rising provincial leaders from the Chinese National Peoples Congress who joined in a discussion with Congressional staff and corporate and academic friends; two delegations of Mongolian mid-career professionals for two separate week-long democracy and leadership training programs; over 125 delegates from the US and China met in Memphis in November 2024 to discuss common issues and challenges facing the Yangtze and the Mississippi River regions.
  Expenses $70,405
• Diplomatic Programming: US-Asia Relations and the 118th Congress USAI welcomed Asia diplomats to a panel discussion on understanding the new leadership in the House and Senate in regard to US-Asia relations. State Government 101 for Diplomats USAI Congressional Circle member Matt Renninger led a group of diplomats from 10 Asian countries on a trip to Atlanta to see firsthand state government in action and to visit a Congressional District Office, to learn about election integrity from experts at the Carter Center, and to observe a Presidential rally in the lead up to the Georgia Primary Election. Diplomats from the 15 Embassies USAI works with participated in Election 2024 programming which helped them to understand elections for President of the United States, Members of the US Congress, as well as a handful of state and local races and ballot initiatives.
  Expenses $64,965
• Other Programming: Asia News Brief. Every Monday and Thursday, the US-Asia Institute disseminates a news briefing email to more than 11,000 subscribers providing them with insight into the stories of the day from an Asian news perspective. Asia Unscripted. Asia-focus podcasts are released occasionally addressing interesting and insightful topics of the day Congressional Circle. The USAI Congressional Circle hosted events to engage members of the Circle and to get their ideas for moving forward.
  Expenses $56,626

What it must file and when

IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in December, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.

IRS record

EIN

52-1162573

Tax-exempt status

501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization

Foundation status

Publicly supported organization (170(b)(1)(A)(vi))

Donations deductible (Pub 78)

Public charity, 50% deduction limit

Exempt since

1980

Accounting year ends

December

Files

Form 990 or 990-EZ

Category (NTEE)

International, foreign affairs and national security (Q200)

Assets (IRS master file)

$412,531

Income (IRS master file)

$583,531

Filing history

990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 52-1162573).

Questions about US ASIA INSTITUTE

What is the EIN of US ASIA INSTITUTE?

The employer identification number (EIN) of US ASIA INSTITUTE is 52-1162573.

Is US ASIA INSTITUTE tax-exempt?

Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1980.

Are donations to US ASIA INSTITUTE tax-deductible?

Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).

Which annual return does US ASIA INSTITUTE file?

Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.

When is the next return of US ASIA INSTITUTE due?

The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending December 31, 2025) is due May 15, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.

When did US ASIA INSTITUTE last file with the IRS?

The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2024.

Who is the principal officer of US ASIA INSTITUTE?

The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 names Mary Sue Bissell.

Who are the officers and directors of US ASIA INSTITUTE?

The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 14 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $120,000 (Mary Sue Bissell, PresidentSecretaryTrustee).

How much revenue does US ASIA INSTITUTE have?

On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $573,514, expenses of $745,391 and total assets of $412,531 at year end.

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