irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $231KBELIEVING THAT AN INFORMED PUBLIC IS VITAL TO A DEMOCRATIC SOCIETY, THE NCAFP OFFERS PUBLIC AND PRIVATE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS ON A WIDE VARIETY OF FOREIGN POLICY ISSUES. THE FOCUS OF THIS PROGRAMMING INCLUDES TOPICS SUCH AS US-JAPAN RELATIONS, US-KOREA RELATIONS, TRANSATLANTIC RELATIONS, MIDDLE EAST AND NUCLEAR DETERRENCE. THE NCAFP ALSO IDENTIFIES, TRAINS AND PROMOTES THE NEXT GENERATION OF FOREIGN POLICY PROFESSIONALS BY CREATING PROGRAMS THAT DIRECTLY CONNECT EMERGING LEADERS TO THE NCAFP'S NETWORK OF SENIOR SCHOLARS AND DIPLOMATS SO THAT EACH GENERATION CAN LEARN FROM THE OTHER. THESE NEXT GENERATION PROGRAMS FOCUS ON NORTHERN IRELAND AND THE KOREAN PENINSULA. THE KOREAN PENINSULA PROGRAM INCLUDES SCHOLARS FROM AROUND THE WORLD.
- #2 $257KTHE NCAFP REGULARLY BRINGS TOGETHER AUTHORITATIVE PARTICIPANTS FROM TAIWAN, MAINLAND CHINA, AND THE UNITED STATES TO DISCUSS CROSS-TAIWAN STRAIT RELATIONS IN OFF-THE-RECORD (TRACK II) CONVERSATIONS. THESE DISCUSSIONS ARE A CRITICAL CHANNEL TO ADDRESS MISPERCEPTIONS AND TO EXPLORE PEACEFUL DIPLOMATIC RESOLUTIONS TO CROSS-STRAIT CHALLENGES.
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Cross-Taiwan Strait Track II Dialogue
Off-the-record discussions bringing together participants from Taiwan, mainland China, and the U.S. to address misperceptions and explore peaceful diplomatic resolutions.
Forum on Asia-Pacific Security
Convenes Track II dialogues with experts from the U.S., Japan, South Korea, and China to discuss regional security, economic vulnerabilities, and alliance resilience.
Northern Ireland Emerging Leaders
Leadership development program connecting emerging leaders from Northern Ireland with senior diplomats and scholars through mentorship, workshops, and high-level meetings.
U.S.-China Track II Dialogue
Annual closed-door forum convening American and Chinese experts to assess bilateral relations and identify opportunities for stabilization and risk reduction.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Leadership & Policy Dialogue Forums 3 activities
- Convene Track II and Track 1.5 diplomatic dialogues on Asia-Pacific securityConducts sustained, closed-door dialogues under the Chatham House Rule involving former officials, scholars, and experts from the U.S., China, Japan, South Korea, and other regional powers to promote stability, reduce misperceptions, and advance peaceful resolution of strategic competition. These include annual conferences on U.S.-China relations, Northeast Asia security, and trilateral or four-party cooperation, some dating back over three decades.
- Facilitate cross-Taiwan Strait Track II dialoguesConvenes annual Track II dialogues in New York City with participants from mainland China, Taiwan, and the U.S. to discuss peace, stability, and misperceptions across the strait. These discussions have contributed to key diplomatic developments, including the formulation of the “1992 Consensus” and the “Four No’s” pledge.
- Organize public and private educational programs on foreign policyOffers public briefings, panel discussions, lectures, and seminars featuring government officials and foreign policy experts on topics including U.S.-Japan relations, nuclear deterrence, the Middle East, and transatlantic relations. Also publishes policy recommendations and reports from diplomatic dialogues.
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Youth Global Leadership & Model UN Programs 1 activity
- Administer Emerging Leaders programs for next-generation foreign policy professionalsRuns multi-year capacity-building programs focused on Northern Ireland, the Korean Peninsula, and cross-Taiwan Strait relations, providing mentorship, workshops, high-level meetings, and international travel for emerging scholars and practitioners. Includes cohorts from Northern Ireland and U.S.-China young leaders working groups.
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Conflict and Geopolitical Research Analysis 1 activity
- Conduct research and publish policy outputsProduces research publications, including special issues of the journal _American Foreign Policy Interests_, and multimedia content such as podcast series featuring emerging leaders, to disseminate analysis on cybersecurity, post-conflict challenges, and diplomatic engagement.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Host annual awards and recognition eventsHosts an annual gala and administers two major awards: the William J. Flynn Initiative for Peace Award (established 1997) and the George F. Kennan Award for Distinguished Public Service (established 1994), recognizing contributions to peace, diplomacy, and public service by figures such as Bill Clinton, George J. Mitchell, and William J. Burns.
- Support peace processes through advocacy and diplomatic facilitationPlays an active role in conflict resolution by organizing high-level conferences, securing diplomatic access (e.g., U.S. visas for key figures), and engaging in shuttle diplomacy. Contributed to the Northern Ireland peace process, the Good Friday Agreement, and U.S.-DPRK negotiations, including the resumption of the Six-Party Talks.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.75M
Contributions & grants$1.68M96%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$51K3%
Other revenue$13K
expenses
Total expenses$1.45M
Program expenses62%
Admin / overhead28%
Fundraising10%
Salaries & benefits$625K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$2.65M
Cash$727K
Investments$800K
Liabilities$1.22M
Net assets$1.43M
Liquid reserves12.6 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +49.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| HONORABLE SUSAN M ELLIOTT | PRESIDENT & CEO | 40 | $178K |
board members · 23
- ALEXANDER ROBINSON — TRUSTEE
- ANDREW L BUSSER — TRUSTEE
- BRENDAN R MCGUIRE ESQ — TRUSTEE
- BRIDGET FOLEY — TRUSTEE
- CHARLES LANDOW — SECRETARY
- DAVID ADELMAN — TRUSTEE
- DAVID LAKHDHIR ESQ — TRUSTEE
- DONALD S RICE ESQ — SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT
- DR GEORGE D SCHWAB — PRESIDENT EMERITUS
- GRACE KENNAN WARNECKE — CHAIRMAN EMERITUS
- HARRY K THOMAS JR — TRUSTEE
- HONORABLE JEFFREY R SHAFER — CHAIRMAN EMERITUS
- HONORABLE NANCY E SODERBERG — VICE CHAIRMAN
- HONORABLE SUNG KIM — TRUSTEE
- JACQUELINE ADAMS — TRUSTEE
- JOHN V CONNORTON ESQ — TRUSTEE
- KARL W EIKENBERRY — TRUSTEE
- KIMBERLY KRIGER — TRUSTEE
- NICHOLAS THOMPSON — TRUSTEE
- RAY EASON — TREASURER
- RICHARD R HOWE ESQ — EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT
- THOMAS PICKERING — TRUSTEE
- THOMAS S HEXNER — CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD
relationships · 14
Who they work with
- Foreign Policy Association Network — Michael J. Dowling is a board member of the Foreign Policy Association.
- Forum on Asia-Pacific Security Partner — Program operated in conjunction with NCAFP to advance Asia-Pacific security policy.
- German Marshall Fund Network — Stephen E. Biegun serves on the board of the German Marshall Fund, indicating institutional affiliation.
- Institute for Healthcare Improvement Partner — Michael J. Dowling chairs the Institute for Healthcare Improvement.
- National Endowment for Democracy Network — Stephen E. Biegun serves on the board of the National Endowment for Democracy, indicating institutional affiliation.
- Stormont Parliament Buildings Partner — Hosted a convening of the Northern Ireland Emerging Leaders Program participants and stakeholders.
- The Metropolitan Museum of Art Partner — Collaborates with honoree Dr. Denise Murrell, Curator at Large at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
- Thomas S. Hexner Partner — Chairman of the Board of Trustees
- Tsinghua University Partner — Collaborates with Tsinghua University’s Center for International Security and Strategy on the U.S.-China Young Leaders Working Group.
- Tsinghua University’s Center for International Security and Strategy Partner — Collaborated with NCAFP on the U.S.-China Young Leaders Working Group to support dialogue between American and Chinese scholars.
- U.S. Department of State Government — Consults with the NCAFP on timing for issuing temporary visas to visiting DPRK delegations.
- United States Institute of Peace Network — References USIP's publication on multi-track diplomacy in connection with Track II dialogue work.
- West Point’s Army Cyber Institute Partner — Collaborated on cybersecurity briefing sessions in New York and at West Point.
- William J. Flynn Partner — Former chairman of the National Committee on American Foreign Policy who led key initiatives on Northern Ireland.
strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Intergenerational Dialogue and Leadership Developmentmethodology: intergenerational-dialogueBy connecting emerging foreign policy leaders with senior scholars and diplomats through structured networks and forums, we strengthen future policy influence and civic engagement because intergenerational knowledge transfer and mentorship cultivate informed, capable leaders who can advance realistic and sustainable foreign policy.
- Nonpartisan Credibility Through Balanced and Independent Programmingmethodology: balanced_and_impartial_program_implementationBy conducting programs in a balanced, impartial manner and screening donors to protect intellectual independence, we maintain objectivity and policy influence because perceived neutrality enhances credibility with policymakers and the public in a polarized environment.
- Public Education as a Pillar of Democratic Foreign Policymethodology: public_educationBy providing expert-led public education on foreign policy challenges, we strengthen democratic legitimacy and informed public discourse because an educated citizenry is essential to sustaining nonpartisan, realistic, and accountable U.S. foreign policy.
- Track II and Unofficial Diplomacy for Conflict Preventionmethodology: track_ii_diplomacyBy facilitating unofficial, informal dialogues (Track II and Track I.5) among government and non-government actors, we prevent conflict and reduce strategic tensions because sustained, off-the-record communication builds trust, corrects misperceptions, and enables collaborative problem-solving in high-tension regions.