Supporters
At International Student Conferences, we believe in the power of young people to lead across borders, ask hard questions, and build lasting peace. Our work would not be possible without the generous support of our alumni, institutional partners, and friends who share this vision.
Each year, your contributions help ensure that students from all backgrounds, regardless of financial means, can participate in our life-changing programs. You are planting the seeds of leadership that grow long after the conferences end.
Our Deepest Thanks
We are proud to recognize the donors and partners who make this work possible. Together, you are shaping the next generation of leaders committed to dialogue, understanding, and global citizenship.
Institutional Partners*
International Education Center (IEC)
China International Communications Group Center for the Americas (CICG Americas)
The Freeman Foundation
U.S.–Japan Foundation
The Japan-US Friendship Commission
The Asia Group Foundation
*Funders and partners, past 3 years
The Korea Foundation USA
Aflac
J.C.C. Fund, Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry of New York
Mitsui
CEPEX
Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University
Xi’an Jiaotong University
Nimick Forbesway Foundation
Legacy & Named Funds
The Plant a Diplomatic Tree Scholarship
Funded each fall by ISC conference alumni, this scholarship supports the annual participation of one student for each of ISC’s three conferences.
The Kristy Murray Holch Memorial Branch
In memory of former ISC Board Chair Kristy Murray Holch, this branch of the Plant a Diplomatic Tree Scholarships supports a JASC delegate’s peer-to-peer exchange experience. The scholarship honors Kristy’s enduring legacy and commitment to international understanding.
The Glen S. and Sakie T. Fukushima JASC Alumni Fellowship Fund
A $1 million endowment supporting future generations of Japan-America Student Conference delegates.
Monthly Giving Circle
Ronald Ohata
Bahia Simons-Lane
Join a community of committed supporters who believe meaningful change happens through consistency, not just one-time gifts. By becoming part of our Monthly Giving Circle, you provide steady, reliable support that allows us to plan ahead, respond quickly to opportunities, and invest deeply in the next generation of global leaders. Even a small monthly contribution adds up to lasting impact—fueling programs, expanding access, and strengthening the future we’re building together.
Scholarship Donors
Plant a Diplomatic Tree Scholarship Donors provide needs-based funding for JASC, KASC, and ChASC delegates each year. Below are the donors for the 2025 scholarships.
Ronald Ohata
Andrea Menin
Keith Krulak
Sandra Choi
Naoko Takashi
Katherine Jordan
Sonya Kuki
Naoki Yoshida
Hugh & Jeffrey Murray (In honor of Kristy Murray Holch)
Nancy Silverman
Kurt Tong
Rachelle Brunette-Chen
Douglas & Helen Murray (In honor of Kristy Murray Holch)
Marlene Mayo
Greg Caimi
Bahia Simons-Lane
Laurie Haupt
Heather Conahan & Shawn Taras
Institutional Donors
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Danielle Reed
Ashley Lam
Keith Luse
David Shiver
Christine Lee
Eric Feldman
Erica & Martin Yu
Marty Samuels
Brian Platt
Candace Brendler
Christina Petzke
Rachel Reed
Liv Coleman
Lilia Sham
Christopher Linscott
Angelica I Temoche
Lee Silverman
Kevin Kim
Kathy Flake
Stanley Kober
Glenn Radde
Bill Breer*
William Tsutsui
Elizabeth Gamarra*
Kazuhisa Shibayama
Daniel Gertsacov
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Regina Dull
Don Morton
Dan Jodarski
Wright H. McDonald*
Dan McKelvey
Cori Hallock*
Ariel Anderson
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Robin Berrington
Andrew Seaborg*
Anonymous*
William Breer*
Melody Lau
Eboni Thamavong*
Michael Adachi
Regina McGarvey
Malik Rashid
Robin Berrington
Christopher LaFleur
Susie Allen
Lara Andrizzi
Elizabeth Poon
Chadwick Eason*
Linda Butcher
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Jonathan Pitchford
Danielle Reed
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Kurt Tong*
Greg Caimi*
Allen Miner
Douglas Grob
William Lockard
Andrew Seaborg*
Bruce Simons-Morton
Locky Nimick
*Board member2025 Conference Sponsors
🇯🇵 🇺🇸 Japan-America Student Conference (JASC)
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University of California – Berkeley
University of Wisconsin – Madison
Wake Forest University
Duke University
Washington and Lee University
Pomona College
Colgate University
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International Education Center
Bain & Co.
Rivian
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Freeman Foundation
US-Japan Foundation
Japan-United States Friendship Commission
Aflac
J.C.C. Fund, Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry of New York.
The Asia Group Foundation
Mitsui USA Foundation
Center for Professional Exchange
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Champion
Ronald Ohata
Craig Sherman
Douglas Grob
Johnna Cho
Sustainer
Ronald Ohata
Marie Watanabe
Joann Lin Oshima
Satoko Isobe
Supporter
Emma Chanlett-Avery
Nicole U
Atsushi Yoshida
Friend
Jeff Lepon
Toshiaki Kameoka
Rachel Brunette-Chen
Susie Allen
Joshua Turner
Andrea Menin
Shunsuke Wanly Wariishi
Binzee Gonzalvo
Koji Nishimoto
Mitzi Carlin
Sandra Choi
Paul Steele
Rebecca Dinwoodie
Naoko Takashi
Katherine Jordan
Thea Lorentzen
Yasuyo Matsumoto
Akio Wada
Morris Cornell-Morgan
Christopher Linscott
Rick Ruvulo
David Myers
Robbi Miller-Marmur
Andrew Ruffin
Paul Rockower
James-Henry Holland
Ariel Stenger
Kathleen Shields
Jennifer Burnham
Michael Haymore
Maddie Moon
Carl Watson
🇰🇷 🇺🇸 Korea-America Student Conference (KASC)
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University at Buffalo - Asia Research Institute
Indiana University
University of Puget Sound
CSCMP
UCLA
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The Korea Society
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Freeman Foundation
The Asia Group Foundation
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Friend
Sandra Choi
Leyra Espino-Nardi
Lindsay Weinmann
Yoonjung (Carol) Choi
Sustainer
Andrew Infosino
🇨🇳 🇺🇸 China-America Student Conference (ChASC)
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University of Puget Sound
University at Buffalo - Asia Research Institute
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China International Communications Group (CICG) Center for the Americas
Xi’an Jiotong-Liverpool University
Xi’an Jiotong University
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The Asia Group Foundation
Betty Parfitt Testamentary Fund at the East Bay Community Foundation
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Friend
Allison Hunt
Vincent Lay
Bahia Simons-Lane
Supporter
Melody Lau
Interested in Supporting a Delegate?
ISC welcomes sponsorships from universities, companies, and individuals interested in funding conference participation or Roundtable development.
For more information, please contact us at give@iscdc.org