International Rescue Committee Inc
The International Rescue Committee responds to the worlds worst humanitarian crises and helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive,recover, gain control …
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The International Rescue Committee responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is at work in over 40 countries and more than 20 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities.
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Mission
The International Rescue Committee responds to the worlds worst humanitarian crises and helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive,recover, gain control of their future.
Focus areas & reach
· What they work on and whereHow it stacks up against peers
· vs. 8 similar international in United StatesConcerns
· None foundWhere every $1 goes
· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)GiveRadar Analysis
Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations
Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, International Rescue Committee Inc has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 5 independent sources including the IRS.
- Established in 1933, 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 80 places it in the top 5% 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 contact email
- a donation page
- an owner-submitted profile claim
Analysis based on GiveRadar's benchmark dataset of 2026-07-03. It describes what GiveRadar has verified, not a judgment of the organization itself.
Common questions
· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyInternational Rescue Committee Inc is a registered international nonprofit based in New York, NY, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1933 and has been operating for 93 years. Its EIN is 135660870. 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 80/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $1.5B in annual revenue. 176 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected. Recent news coverage is predominantly positive.
International Rescue Committee Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 135660870. 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 Rescue Committee Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 80/100. 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 80 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 88% 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 Rescue Committee Inc is located in New York, NY, United States. The organization was established in 1933 and has been active for 93 years.
Based on official tax filings, International Rescue Committee Inc has $1.5B in annual revenue. It allocates 88% 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 Rescue Committee Inc is classified as an International organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a major organization. It has $1.5B in annual revenue. The organization has 176 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for International Rescue Committee Inc. 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 Rescue Committee Inc 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 88% 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 International Rescue Committee responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is at work in over 40 countries and more than 20 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. International Rescue Committee Inc is classified as an international organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1933.
Among international charities registered in United States: It allocates 88% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 75%. Its annual revenue of $1.5B is well above the peer average of $5M.
Yes, donations to International Rescue Committee Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Its EIN is 135660870, 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 RESCUE COMMITTEE INC 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
From filings and published profiles
Leadership
From FY2024 filing
Officers & trustees (25)
Source: Public filings
25 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
Latest news
From global news sources
10 articles found
From news sources and the organization. Shown for transparency; news never affects the integrity score.
International Rescue Committee is Seeking a Project Coordinator to Support AI-Powered Humanitarian Health Innovation - Apply by 30 September 2026 - Global South Opportunities
Venezuela After the Earthquakes: Solidarity Among Neighbors and Deep Gratitude for International Rescue Workers - Latin Times
International Rescue Committee (IRC) is Seeking a Communications & Engagement Coordinator - Apply By 31 July 2026 - Global South Opportunities
International Rescue Committee (IRC) and Partners Launch PlayMatters 3.0 to Expand Learning through Play across East Africa - Africa24 TV
Qatar Charity, International Rescue Committee Strengthen Humanitarian Partnership in Bangladesh - Qatar news agency
Qatar Charity and International Rescue Committee Strengthen Humanitarian Partnership in Bangladesh [EN/AR] - ReliefWeb
International Rescue Committee is Seeking a Career Development Specialist - Apply By 6 July 2026 - Global South Opportunities
Change in battlefield situation in Ukraine not resolved humanitarian crisis – International Rescue Committee - Ukrinform
International Rescue Committee CEO David Miliband talks humanitarian relief at Campbell Hall - The Daily Nexus
Rockefeller Foundation Commits US$10 Million to Support International Rescue Committee Innovation for People Living in Conflict and Crisis - The Rockefeller Foundation
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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 - 176 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
- Supplementary verification
- GlobalGiving partner directory
- 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 · 176 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 · 1933
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about International Rescue Committee Inc
- What is International Rescue Committee Inc?
- International Rescue Committee Inc is a international publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in New York, United States. The International Rescue Committee responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is at work in over 40 countries and more than 20 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities.
- When was International Rescue Committee Inc founded?
- International Rescue Committee Inc was founded in 1933.
- Who leads International Rescue Committee Inc?
- Martin Bratt serves as CFO.
- Where is International Rescue Committee Inc located?
- Headquartered in New York, NY, United States. The charity operates in 33 countries.
- What is International Rescue Committee Inc's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $1B+. 88% of expenses go to program services.
- Is International Rescue Committee Inc trustworthy?
- International Rescue Committee Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 80 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 Rescue Committee Inc's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 135660870.
- What is International Rescue Committee Inc's website?
- http://www.rescue.org