Who We Are

In 1933, Albert Einstein and a small group of humanitarians formed what would become the International Rescue Committee. Today, we deliver lasting impact by providing health care, helping children learn, and empowering individuals and communities to become self-reliant, always with a focus on the unique needs of women and girls. Our work spans more than 40 crisis-affected countries, and we provide resettlement, asylum, and integration services in communities across the United States and Europe.

What We Do
Since 1933, the IRC has been at the forefront of providing not only aid, but also innovative solutions.

Our global impact

With a record 120 million people displaced worldwide, the need for humanitarian aid has never been more urgent. Each year, the IRC reaches millions of people impacted by crises. In 2023, this included:

  • 34.5M people reached in countries affected by crisis
  • 227,779 children supported through IRC safe spaces and other protection programs
  • 1,589,208 children and youth enrolled in learning programs
  • 721,357 people treated for malnutrition

The power of one gift

Follow the journey of a donation as it transforms from a simple monetary gift into tangible aid, providing food, clean water, medical care, and hope to individuals and communities devastated by crises. 

 

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