Support Independent Community Journalism
For more than 50 years, the International Examiner has uplifted Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander American (ANHPIA) voices through independent, community-rooted journalism. Your support ensures that these stories remain accessible, accurate, and grounded in lived experience.
In addition to being a hub for timely, accurate, and culturally sensitive coverage of relevant ANHPIA matters, the International Examiner is a training ground for new and citizen journalists, artists, and nonprofit staff who have a passion for community. Your support contributes to a lasting legacy rooted in activism, advocacy, and professional development in the ANHPIA community.
There are many meaningful ways to support the International Examiner. Choose the option that works best for you.

Monthly Giving
Sustain community journalism year-round
Becoming a monthly donor is one of the most impactful ways to support IE. Monthly gifts provide reliable support that helps us plan ahead, respond to community needs, and keep trusted local news in print and online.
Why monthly giving matters:
- Keep community news in print and online
- Sustain independent ANHPIA journalism year‑round
- Support fair pay for freelance journalists
Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs)
Give through your donor-advised fund
You can support the International Examiner through your Donor-Advised Fund (DAF), including Fidelity Charitable, Schwab Charitable, and Vanguard Charitable.
Organization details:
- Organization: International Examiner
- EIN: 91-1131892
Donate Stock & Other Securities
A tax-efficient way to give
Donating appreciated stock or securities allows you to support IE while potentially receiving tax benefits, such as avoiding capital gains taxes.
We accept stock gifts through DonateStock, a secure and simple platform.
Benefits of donating stock:
- Support IE’s mission at a higher impact
- Potential tax advantages for donors
- Simple, online process
Planned Giving
Planned giving is flexible and can be updated at any time. You can choose to make a restricted or unrestricted planned gift, depending on your wishes. At this time, the International Examiner focuses on two simple and impactful ways to leave a legacy gift:
- Leave a Planned Gift in Your Will
Gifts made through a will or living trust are one of the most impactful ways to support the International Examiner. Unrestricted gifts provide the greatest flexibility, allowing us to respond to the most urgent needs in our newsroom and communities.
You may choose to leave IE:
- A stated dollar amount
- A percentage of your residual estate (what remains after gifts to loved ones and expenses are paid)
- Specific liquid assets, such as securities
How to Name the International Examiner in Your Will
Legal Name: International Examiner
Address: 409 Maynard Ave S, Seattle, WA 98104
Federal Tax ID (EIN): 91-1131892
Sample Bequest Language (for reference only):
“I give and bequeath to the International Examiner, 409 Maynard Ave S. #203, Seattle, WA 98104 [the sum of __________ dollars ($____)] [_____ % of the rest, residue, and remainder of my estate], to be used for its general charitable purposes.”
We recommend consulting with your attorney or financial advisor when including a charitable gift in your estate plans.
Let Us Know About Your Gift
If you have named the International Examiner in your will or trust, we hope you’ll let us know. Sharing your intention allows us to thank you personally and recognize your commitment to sustaining community journalism.
- Name the International Examiner as a Beneficiary
Naming the International Examiner as a beneficiary of a retirement account, life insurance policy, or financial account is a simple and powerful way to support our work—often without updating your will or living trust.
These gifts pass directly to IE and typically do not go through probate.
Retirement Accounts
Many supporters choose to name IE as a beneficiary of all or a portion of their:
- IRA
- 401(k) or 403(b)
- Other qualified retirement plans
Because retirement assets may be subject to income tax when inherited by individuals, they are often considered one of the most tax-efficient assets to leave to a charitable organization.
How to name IE as a beneficiary:
Request a beneficiary designation form from your plan administrator and list:
- Legal Name: International Examiner
- Address: 409 Maynard Ave S, Seattle, WA 98104
- Federal Tax ID (EIN): 91-1131892
Questions or Need Help?
We’re here to help.
If you have questions about giving, stock donations, DAFs, or planned gifts, please contact:
Raiza Ramirez
Development Manager
📧 [email protected]
Thank you for supporting independent, community-rooted journalism.















