The Borgen Project Email Format
Non-profit OrganizationsWashington, United States501-1000 Employees
The Borgen Project is a U.S.-based nonprofit dedicated to elevating poverty reduction as a priority in U.S. foreign policy. It operates as a national advocacy campaign that seeks to secure support from U.S. leaders for crucial poverty reduction legislation, mobilize supporters worldwide, educate citizens in advocacy skills, and craft messaging about global poverty and innovations in poverty reduction. Known for its nonpartisan, secular approach, the organization maintains access to congressional leaders and engages with representatives from G8 nations. Formed in 2003, The Borgen Project is headquartered in Seattle, Washington, with an additional listed location in Tacoma, Washington. It targets policymakers, civil society, and international partners to advance policy changes and raise public awareness. In 2022, the organization announced the appointment of Congressman Michael McCaul as an Honorary Board Member, reflecting ongoing engagement with national-level policymakers.