Furthering international understanding and cultural awareness

The InterExchange Foundation supports young Americans with a passion for improving the world. Established in 2007, the Foundation provides grants to young Americans who wish to participate in meaningful projects abroad and to share their experiences in order to further international understanding and promote cultural awareness.

Uta Christianson, founder of the InterExchange Foundation, felt that exposure to living and working abroad should be part of everyone’s personal education. Her mantra was “Go abroad now. Make a difference!”


Christianson Fellowship

The Christianson Fellowship provides awards of up to $10,000 to motivated young Americans who create and carry out their own meaningful service projects abroad.

Past fellows' projects have focused on multiple international issues, including public health, environmental conservation, legal advocacy, women's and girls' rights, microfinance, education, and poverty alleviation.

U.S. Department of State-Designated J-1 Visa Sponsor
Alliance for International Exchange
The International Coalition for Global Education and Exchange
European-American Chamber of Commerce New York
Global Ties U.S.
International Au Pair Association
WYSE Travel Confederation