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The ICRC protects lives and dignity in conflict zones through neutral, impartial, and independent action. See how we deliver aid and uphold international humanitarian law.
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyInternational Committee of the Red Cross is a registered international nonprofit based in Switzerland, CH, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1863 and has been operating for 163 years. Its EIN is 986001029. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 73/100 (Strong transparency), indicating well-documented governance, financials, and contact details. This is below the average of 91/100 for international charities in United States. The organization reports $2.3B in annual revenue. 253 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
International Committee of the Red Cross has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 73/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 73 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for international charities in United States is 91/100.
International Committee of the Red Cross is located in Switzerland, CH, United States. The organization was established in 1863 and has been active for 163 years. Its registered address is 19 Avenue de la Paix, United States.
Based on official tax filings, International Committee of the Red Cross has $2.3B in annual revenue. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of $5M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
International Committee of the Red Cross is classified as a International organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Supporting organization (509(a)(3)). By size, it is categorized as a major organization. It has $2.3B in annual revenue. The organization has 253 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for International Committee of the Red Cross. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.
International Committee of the Red Cross has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 73/100 (Strong transparency) and no red flags have been detected, which suggests it is a well-documented organization. It is regulated by the IRS. You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.
The ICRC protects lives and dignity in conflict zones through neutral, impartial, and independent action. See how we deliver aid and uphold international humanitarian law. International Committee of the Red Cross is classified as a international organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1863.
Among international charities registered in United States: International Committee of the Red Cross's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 73/100 is below the peer average of 91/100. Its annual revenue of $2.3B is well above the peer average of $5M.
Yes, donations to International Committee of the Red Cross are generally tax-deductible in the United States. International Committee of the Red Cross is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 986001029, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.
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INTERNATIONAL COMMITTEE OF THE RED CROSS is registered in United States. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
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NeutralHumanitarian сooperation agenda with the International Committee of the Red Cross discussed at the MFA of Turkmenistan - Turkmenistan Altyn Asyr
Key messages on the behaviour expected of International Committee of the Red Cross employees and people who work with us - ReliefWeb
Members of the International Committee of the Red Cross gather to facilitate the release of unidentified bodies held by Israel on Wednesday. - Yahoo News Canada
GW Law's International Law Program Hosts Brand-Manatt Lecture with the International Committee of the Red Cross - law.gwu.edu
| Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Moldova - Ministerul Afacerilor Externe al Republicii Moldova
The Geneva Conventions — the world's rules of war — are 75 years old and ignored nearly everywhere - AP News
President Gatti Santana hosts meeting with representatives of the International Committee of the Red Cross and enforcement States - UNITED NATIONS | International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals
African Development Bank and the International Committee of the Red Cross join hands to advance sustainable solutions in conflict-affected settings - African Development Bank Group
Peter Maurer, President, International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) - The Washington Post
International Committee of the Red Cross Backs Killer Robot Ban - Human Rights Watch
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Quick facts about International Committee of the Red Cross
- What is International Committee of the Red Cross?
- International Committee of the Red Cross is a international supporting organization (509(a)(3)) based in Switzerland, United States. The ICRC protects lives and dignity in conflict zones through neutral, impartial, and independent action. See how we deliver aid and uphold international humanitarian law.
- When was International Committee of the Red Cross founded?
- International Committee of the Red Cross was founded in 1863.
- Who leads International Committee of the Red Cross?
- Lydie Huguette Christiane Droisneau serves as Chief Finance Officer.
- Where is International Committee of the Red Cross located?
- Headquartered in Switzerland, United States.
- What is International Committee of the Red Cross's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $1B+. 0% of expenses go to program services.
- Is International Committee of the Red Cross trustworthy?
- International Committee of the Red Cross has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 73 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is International Committee of the Red Cross's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 986001029.
- What is International Committee of the Red Cross's website?
- http://www.icrc.org