Global Ties Kalamazoo works with a vibrant network of local, national, and international implementing partners to create rich cultural exchange opportunities, professional development programs, and experiential education initiatives. Our partners help us provide enriching experiences for international visitors and the Kalamazoo community, promoting cross-cultural understanding and lifelong connections. Below is a partial list.

2023-2024 Fellowship Placement Partners

Bee Joyful Shop

Can-Do Kalamazoo

The City of Kalamazoo

Confections with Convictions

Disability Network

Discover Kalamazoo

El Concilio

Family & Children Services

Girls on the Run

Gryphon Place

Michigan Department of Health and Human Services

KC Ready 4s

Kalamazoo RESA Career & Technical Education

ValleyHUB

Kalamazoo Youth Development Network

Kalamazoo Court Appointed Special Advocates

Loaves & Fishes

Western Michigan University’s Office of Diversity & Inclusion

Public Media Network

Read and Write Kalamazoo

SW MI Chapter, American RedCross

Room 35

Rootead

Sarkozy Bakery

Startup Zoo

Southwest Michigan First

Tri-County Opportunities Council

Vine Neighborhood

Our National Implementing Partners

American Councils for International Education

CIPUSA

CRDF Global

Cultural Vistas

FHI 360

Georgetown University

Global Ties U.S.

Institute for International Education

IREX

Meridian International Center

Mississippi Consortium for International Development

World Learning