People to People International
People to People International (PTPI), established by President Eisenhower in 1956 and fondly called PTPI by its members, has had a contractual relationship with Ambassador Program, Inc. (API) since the early 1960s to administer People to People Travel Programs for adult and students. These programs include the Student Ambassador Program and World Leadership Forum.
Ambassador Programs, Inc. is a for-profit, publicly traded company located in Spokane, Washington. People to People International is a non-for-profit organization with world headquarters in Kansas City, Missouri.
Because of this partnership, each year several thousand students are able to participate in the People to People Movement.
PTPI Programs enable you to meet and form friendships with people around the world, to support humanitarian projects that make a difference in the lives of others, and to learn more about the world's diverse countries and cultures. We are excited that you are a part of our PTPI global family!
President Eisenhower's Legacy
The purpose of People to People International is to enhance international understanding and friendship through educational, cultural and humanitarian activities involving the exchange of ideas and experiences directly among peoples of different countries and diverse cultures.
People to People International is dedicated to enhancing cross-cultural communication within each community, and across communities and nations. Tolerance and mutual understanding are central themes. While not a partisan or political institution, PTPI supports the basic values and goals of its founder, President Dwight D. Eisenhower.
The President's People to People Program was founded on September 11, 1956 by President Dwight D. Eisenhower, as part of the U.S. Information Agency. After President Eisenhower left the office of President in 1961, he arranged to have the program privatized as a nongovernmental organization and arranged for People to People to become a not-for-profit Missouri corporation now known as People to People International. President Eisenhower was Chairman of the Board of Trustees and recognized as the founder of the not-for-profit organization. PTPI is funded through program fees, membership dues and donations.
Among the early leaders working with President Eisenhower were J. C. Hall, the founder of Hallmark Cards, Inc., Walt Disney, Bob Hope and approximately 100 other remarkable individuals from industry, academia, and the arts. The late Charles M. Schulz, creator of the Peanuts comic strip, generously contributed three pieces of artwork for PTPI Worldwide Conferences. The organization has reaped benefits from the talents of countless individuals who have supported the ideals set forth by President Eisenhower. Today, President Eisenhower's granddaughter, Mary, serves as President and Chief Executive Officer.
Ambassador Programs, Inc. is a for-profit, publicly traded company located in Spokane, Washington. People to People International is a non-for-profit organization with world headquarters in Kansas City, Missouri.
Because of this partnership, each year several thousand students are able to participate in the People to People Movement.
PTPI Programs enable you to meet and form friendships with people around the world, to support humanitarian projects that make a difference in the lives of others, and to learn more about the world's diverse countries and cultures. We are excited that you are a part of our PTPI global family!
President Eisenhower's Legacy
The purpose of People to People International is to enhance international understanding and friendship through educational, cultural and humanitarian activities involving the exchange of ideas and experiences directly among peoples of different countries and diverse cultures.
People to People International is dedicated to enhancing cross-cultural communication within each community, and across communities and nations. Tolerance and mutual understanding are central themes. While not a partisan or political institution, PTPI supports the basic values and goals of its founder, President Dwight D. Eisenhower.
The President's People to People Program was founded on September 11, 1956 by President Dwight D. Eisenhower, as part of the U.S. Information Agency. After President Eisenhower left the office of President in 1961, he arranged to have the program privatized as a nongovernmental organization and arranged for People to People to become a not-for-profit Missouri corporation now known as People to People International. President Eisenhower was Chairman of the Board of Trustees and recognized as the founder of the not-for-profit organization. PTPI is funded through program fees, membership dues and donations.
Among the early leaders working with President Eisenhower were J. C. Hall, the founder of Hallmark Cards, Inc., Walt Disney, Bob Hope and approximately 100 other remarkable individuals from industry, academia, and the arts. The late Charles M. Schulz, creator of the Peanuts comic strip, generously contributed three pieces of artwork for PTPI Worldwide Conferences. The organization has reaped benefits from the talents of countless individuals who have supported the ideals set forth by President Eisenhower. Today, President Eisenhower's granddaughter, Mary, serves as President and Chief Executive Officer.
I have long believed, as have many before me, that peaceful relations between nations requires understanding and mutual respect between individuals. President Dwight D. Eisenhower,
Founder of People to People International