Who we are
Who we are
The IE USA Fund is the U.S.–based nonprofit that supports IE’s mission through philanthropy. Legally registered as Instituto de Empresa Fund, Inc., a 501(c)(3) public charity in New York (EIN 31-1735318), the Fund serves as IE’s philanthropic bridge in the United States.
Since 2000, the IE USA Fund has enabled alumni, partners, and friends of IE to support scholarships, research, and the development of new educational initiatives in the United States and beyond.
Our purpose is to mobilize generosity and entrepreneurial spirit to create opportunities for students and advance IE’s global educational ecosystem.
Our mission
Scholarships
Expand access to education by funding scholarships and financial aid for talented students.
Social impact
Support research, innovation, and social-impact initiatives across IE.
Community
Strengthen IE’s presence in the United States, including the growth of IE New York College and future academic projects.
How to give
How to give
U.S.–based donors can make a tax-deductible contribution through the IE President’s Fund online donation gateway.
When selecting “Donate from the USA” in the donation form, gifts are processed directly through the IE USA Fund (Instituto de Empresa Fund, Inc.), and donors automatically receive a U.S. tax-deductible receipt.
Why give through the IE USA Fund
Why give through the IE USA Fund
Because the future depends on the leaders we empower today.
- Gifts made through this gateway support directly support students, research, and innovation across IE’s global community.
- Donations are fully tax-deductible for U.S. taxpayers in accordance with IRS regulations.
- The IE USA Fund offers a trusted and compliant philanthropic channel, recognized by U.S. foundations, corporations, and donor-advised funds.
Meet the Team
I am a U.S. native born in Illinois and raised in the NYC area. My academic background is in political science and international relations and I hold degrees from Texas Christian University (TCU) and IE School of Politics, Economics, and Global Affairs.
A seasoned fundraising and engagement professional, I possess 10+ years of experience spanning the non-profit and higher education sectors. I now hold the positions of Managing Director, IE USA Fund, and Director of Development, IE Foundation, in which I partner with IE Alumni, students, parents, partners, and friends of the institution to foster positive change through philanthropy.
Elizabeth Stallard
Elizabeth Stallard
Managing Director, IE USA Fund
Legal information & Transparency
Legal information & Transparency
• Legal name: Instituto de Empresa Fund, Inc.
• Nonprofit status: 501(c)(3) Public Charity
• EIN: 31-1735318
• Incorporation: State of New York, 2000
• The Fund fulfills all U.S. nonprofit reporting obligations, including annual filing of IRS Form 990.
Contact
Contact
For questions about supporting IE through the IE USA Fund, major gifts, corporate partnerships, or scholarship initiatives.