Mission
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) provides aid and support in the aftermath of humanitarian crises such as conflicts and natural disasters. Working in over 50 countries and across 28 U.S. cities, IRC helps those affected to restore health, safety, education, economic well-being, and power in their lives. The organization focuses particularly on the needs of women and girls, advocating for a world where everyone can thrive.
Basic Information
Founded in
1933
EIN
13-5660870
Total Assets
$584.3 million
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
At a Glance
Economic Wellbeing Support
The IRC focuses on improving economic conditions by providing tools for sustainable development. Programs include job training, financial planning, and business development, ensuring that people can meet their basic needs and prosper in the long term.
Education for Empowerment
Education is at the heart of IRC's mission, empowering individuals to recover from conflict and crisis. By providing access to quality education, IRC helps ensure that children and their families can build a brighter future.
Health Services in Crisis Zones
IRC delivers essential health services, including treatment for malnutrition, maternal health care, and responses to infectious disease outbreaks. These efforts save lives and build healthier communities in crisis-affected areas.
Impact Stats
emergencies responded
Emergency Response in Ukraine, Libya, Turkey, and Syria
In 2023, the IRC's emergency response teams provided immediate relief and lifesaving aid to crisis-hit areas in Ukraine, Libya, Turkey, and Syria. These efforts included distributing essential supplies, setting up health services, and providing support to stabilize affected populations.
children helped
Nutrition Services for Children
IRC provided critical nutrition services, admitting 578,963 children in 2023 to combat malnutrition. Through lifesaving treatments and preventive measures, IRC aimed to reduce child mortality and improve health outcomes.
people aided
Cash Assistance Programs
IRC supported 1.6 million people affected by crises with cash assistance in 2023, allowing recipients to purchase essentials and rebuild their lives with dignity.
Past Events
World Refugee Day Exhibition
06/17/2024
International Rescue Committee ambassadors, Rami Malek and Indira Varma visited an exhibition telling the stories of refugees on the frontline of the climate crisis ahead of World Refugee Day.
Advocacy for Humanitarian Aid
06/14/2024
The IRC urged immediate implementation of UNSC Resolution 2735 to scale up humanitarian aid in Gaza due to increasing needs and barriers to aid access.
Impact Reports
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
72
54
/100
Program Expense Ratio
86.74%
18
/20
Program Revenue Growth
-31.13%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.4252
10
/20
Working Capital Ratio
0.2644
4
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0.09001
20
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2021
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
| Category | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 1.355B | 98.64% |
| Program Services | 12.42M | 0.90% |
| Investment Income | 2.472M | 0.18% |
| Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 1.372M | 0.10% |
| Other Notable Sources | 2.581M | 0.19% |
| Total Revenue | 1.374B | 100.00% |
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