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Geneva, Switzerland·Est. 1863

International Committee of the Red Cross

Protecting lives and dignity of victims of armed conflict.

HumanitarianDisaster reliefHuman rights

The ICRC works worldwide to provide humanitarian help for people affected by conflict and armed violence, and to promote the laws that protect victims of war.

2023 revenue
$2.75B
Program ratio
90%
Founded
1863
Operating in
9+ countries

Where they work

Headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. Operating across 9+ countries.

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History

A timeline since 1863.

  1. 1863
    Founded in Geneva

    Henry Dunant convenes a five-member committee after witnessing the Battle of Solferino.

  2. 1864
    First Geneva Convention

    Establishes humanitarian protections for wounded soldiers.

  3. 1917
    Nobel Peace Prize

    First of three Nobel Peace Prizes awarded to the ICRC.

  4. 1949
    Modern Geneva Conventions

    Four conventions codify protections for civilians and prisoners of war.

Impact

Key outcomes reported by the organisation.

75M+
People reached with assistance
As of 2023
920,000+
Detainees visited
As of 2023
100+
Field delegations
As of 2024

Funding

Annual revenue & program efficiency.

Estimated figures — not yet linked to an official registry.

YearRevenue (USD)Program ratioBar
2021$2.30B89%
2022$2.80B90%
2023$2.75B90%

Where the money goes

Rough estimate for 2023. Charities don't make profits — this shows how income is spent.

Programs & direct aid
90%
≈ $2.35B
Management & admin
5%
≈ $144M
Fundraising
4%
≈ $118M

About $138M of income was not spent that year — typically held in reserves or endowment for future work.

Program share reported by the organisation; admin/fundraising split is estimated. Total spending is estimated.

Registry references

Where this profile can be verified or synced.

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