Founded more than 150 years ago on the initiative of philanthropists, entrepreneurs and humanitarian visionaries, the ICRC has all this time maintained its ability to innovate and to deliver high-impact assistance to men, women and children in fragile situations.?Our bases in more than 100 countries and our neutral, impartial and independent approach give us a global reach and the unique ability to carry out our mission in many regions inaccessible to others.
A world of change
In a world of constant change, we have the privilege of working with various actors from the international philanthropic community ? be it as a trusted beneficiary of charitable funds or through the sharing of expertise and networks. In this respect, we would be delighted to explore areas of mutual interest and opportunities to work with your philanthropic organization for the greater good of humanity.?
Previously people saw only my disability and thought that I was worthless
Los Nimal, a 33-year-old single mother from Cambodia, who became disabled after stepping on a mine. Find out how the ICRC is
partnering with the?MINE-EX Foundation of the Rotary Club of Switzerland and Liechtenstein
to help Los and thousands like her.?
ICRC appeal for
2021
The ICRC is appealing for 2.3 billion Swiss francs for its activities in favour of people affected by armed conflict and other situations of violence around the world.
Our largest operations in terms of budget are: Syrian Arab Republic (193.6 million), Yemen (149.4 million), South Sudan (128 million), Iraq (123.8 million),and Nigeria (104.8 million).