Perspectives of Indigenous Bridges

The Executive Director of ATAYAL introduces the IBYAP program to Kimokeo Kapahulehua. We can provide a tax-deductible receipt for donations from the USA. For donations in Taiwan, they will be provided to our partner, Tao Foundation, https://www.taofoundation.org.tw/. Supporters in Taiwan may also form an Association which can receive Taiwanese donations. Our Budget in 2024 supports the expansion of activities for the development and implementation of the Indigenous Bridges Youth Ambassador Program (IBYAP) and also pursues the goals of our 2023 Vision Statement. Our fundraising goal is to raise $104,145 for the 2024 Annual Budget through a combination of donations, sponsorships, grants, and subscriptions. The bulk of the activities we are funding in 2024 will be in Hawai'i as we now have established relationships in Hawai'i and the 13th Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture (FestPAC) will take place there. Aside from FestPAC fundraising, money must also be raised in advance for ...

  We had the pleasure of introducing the Taloma Youth Group with the Yakan Tribe on Palawan The Year of 2023 was one of our busiest ever, with multiple exchange activities, as well as expanded development of relationships for the Indigenous Bridges Youth Ambassador Program (IBYAP). We also made key strategic decisions for the development of the IBYAP program, including the opening of our Hawai'i office in Maui and adding our Regional Director of Hawai'i, Leiven Hwang. Having three pillars for the program (Washington State/Hawai'i/Taiwan) creates a framework for exchange and cooperation between Austronesian communities, and likewise, we have the ability to introduce the beautiful cultures and timeless wisdom of the Austronesian peoples to American people. This year, we dove into various activities and upgraded our program as well. We made substantial progress with the four pillars of our organization:  Recruiting, Program Development, Partnerships and Fundraising . I. STAFF...

IBYAP youth ambassadors at the 2023 Tribal Canoe Journeys The Financials of 2023 reflect a year in which the organization renewed its cultural exchange activity. The organization focused on developing its strategies and partnerships with Austronesian nation for the Indigenous Bridges Youth Ambassador Program. The goal will be to bring together delegations of Austronesian nations for exchanges. The expenses reflect this increased level of activity over 2023. The donations for 2023 have increased over 2022, which was a result of our fundraising campaign. INCOME ($17,319.30) Donations (15) - $17,319.30 EXPENSES ($16,855.08) OPERATIONAL EXPENSES ($2,377.79) Professional Services - $638.36     Office Supplies/Software - $29.54 Printing - $32.77 Postage and Delivery - $0.88 Dues and Subscriptions - $90.00 Meals and Entertainment - $438.55    Travel and Transportation - $557.56      Rent - 2023 Washington State Registered Agent Fee and Mailbox Rental - $300.0...