Transparency International USA

Transparency International USA works with TI chapters around the world to attack systemic corruption by promoting reforms by government, private sector and international organizations to increase transparency, integrity and accountability.

How do you help people in my community?

Transparency International USA (TI – USA) is the U.S. chapter of Transparency International (TI), the global civil society organization leading the fight against corruption.  TI brings people together in a powerful worldwide coalition to end the devastating impact of corruption on men, women and children around the world.

Transparency International challenges the inevitability of corruption, and offers hope to its victims. Since its founding in 1993, TI has played a lead role in improving the lives of millions around the world by building momentum for the anti-corruption movement.  TI raises awareness and diminishes apathy and tolerance of corruption, and devises and implements practical actions to address it.
Transparency International is a global network including more than 90 locally established national chapters and chapters-in-formation. These bodies fight corruption in the national arena in a number of ways. They bring together relevant players from government, civil society, business and the media to promote transparency in elections, in public administration, in procurement and in business. TI’s global network of chapters and contacts also use advocacy campaigns to lobby governments to implement anti-corruption reforms.

Why do you need my support?

Extortion, embezzlement and other forms of corruption in the public sector as well as bribery by the private sector distort competition, impede foreign investment and erode the proper function of government institutions to provide the public with essential services such as health care, clean water, education and public safety.  
In today’s global economy, corruption often transcends national borders; therefore, globally consistent rules and global cooperation to ensure their enforcement are necessary. Through its “Laws and Regulations” agenda, TI-USA works to ensure that governments adopt and enforce laws that
• Increase transparency and accountability in government, notably in procurement, customs, licensing, concessions and public service delivery.
• Prohibit and punish domestic and transnational bribery and other corrupt acts by the private sector
• Provide citizens with access to information, opportunities for participation and oversight and protection for those who “blow the whistle” and report corruption

How can I be sure that you will use my money wisely and won't waste it?

TI – USA is committed to using your contributions wisely and effectively.  TI – USA is recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization.  Our organization is audited every year by an independent certified public accounting firm in accordance with generally accepted auditing principles. We have successfully met all the IRS standards for maintaining our non-profit status since our founding 15 years ago.  The board of directors of TI – USA is a responsible governing body whose members have no material conflicts of interest.

Can I Volunteer? How?

We would welcome your interest in volunteering for our organization.  TI – USA relies on skilled volunteers with specialized expertise in law, accounting and other fields for technical support and policy guidance on the complex issues we face in combating corruption.   Please write to info@transparency-usa.org if you have skills and experience in these fields and would like to volunteer with us.