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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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· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)GiveRadar Analysis
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GiveRadar's verified records show International Committee of the Red Cross with a complete profile, cross-referenced across 4 independent sources including the IRS.
- Established in 1863, it is among the oldest international charities in the United States GiveRadar tracks. View this cohort
- By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 99% of the 12,755 international charities in the United States with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
- Its integrity score of 77 places it in the top 10% of the 25,023 international charities in the United States GiveRadar tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. View this cohort
- government registration
- financial records (5 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a donation page
- third-party accreditation
- a contact email
- an owner-submitted profile claim
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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. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 77/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. 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's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 986001029. This is the organization's IRS tax identification number; you can use it to verify tax-exempt status and to look up its Form 990 filings with the IRS.
International Committee of the Red Cross has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 77/100. 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 77 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 89% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for international charities in United States is 90/100.
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. It allocates 89% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 75% for international charities in United States. 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 an 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.
According to GiveRadar's records, International Committee of the Red Cross holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It reports that 89% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 75%). You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.
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 an international organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1863.
Among international charities registered in United States: It allocates 89% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 75%. 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.
Filing history
5 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Tax-deductibility for donors
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United States under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
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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Staff & volunteers
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Leadership
From FY2024 filing
Officers & trustees (25)
Source: Public filings
25 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
Latest news
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10 articles found
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Humanitarian сooperation agenda with the International Committee of the Red Cross discussed at the MFA of Turkmenistan - turkmenistan.gov.tm
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
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
Partner Voices: Mirjana Spoljaric, President, International Committee of the Red Cross - World Bank Blogs
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
Productive exchange between Cuba and the International Committee of the Red Cross - Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores de Cuba
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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Sources and verification
- Registration and legal identity
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
- Financial filings
- IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2024 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 253 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
- Supplementary verification
- Charity Navigator
Data freshness
What we know and don't know
Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.
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Financial data · FY2024 on record
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Named leadership · 253 officers on file
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Executive pay · Disclosed
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Government registration · Registered with an official registry
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Mission statement · Published
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Official website · On record
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Headquarters address · On file
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Direct contact · Email or phone published
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Tax-deductibility · Verified
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Founding date · 1863
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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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, CH, United States.
- What is International Committee of the Red Cross's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $1B+. 89% 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 77 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