Action Against Hunger fights hunger through the prevention, detection and treatment of malnutrition, especially during and after emergency situations of war, conflict and natural disaster. To tackle the underlying causes of malnutrition and its effects, we use our expertise in nutrition, food security, water and sanitation, health and advocacy. Integrating our programs with local and national structures helps ensure long-term sustainability.

ADRA's overall mission is to: * Reflect the character of God through humanitarian and developmental activities. * Actively support communities through a portfolio of development activities that are planned and implemented cooperatively. * Provide assistance in situations of crisis or chronic distress, and work toward the development of long-term solutions with those affected. * Work through equitable partnerships with those in need to achieve positive and sustainable change in communities. * Build networks that develop indigenous capacity, appropriate technology, and skills at all levels. * Develop and maintain relationships with our partners and constituents that provide effective channels for mutual growth and action. * Promote and expand the equitable and participatory involvement of women in the development process. * Advocate for and assist in the increased use of communities' capacities to care for and responsibly manage the natural resources of their environment. * Facilitate the right and ability of all children to attain their full potential, and to assist in assuring the child's survival to achieve that potential.

The Mission of AME-SADA is..." Helping People Help Themselves".

Aga Khan Foundation U.S.A. seeks sustainable solutions to long-term problems of poverty, with special emphasis on the needs of rural communities in mountainous and other resource-poor areas. Priority is given to integrated approaches that are community-based, participatory and innovative, and reinforce civil society and respect local culture. The geographic focus of the Foundation's work is in East Africa and South and Central Asia. The Foundation's activities are guided by the conviction that self-help brings dignity and self-respect, which in turn generate human creative energy. Key characteristics of the Foundation's programmatic approach are the promotion of integrated area development, solutions-oriented models, partnerships with local counterpart organizations, and long-term relationships with donor agencies and peer organizations. Aga Khan Foundation, a private, nondenominational, not-for-profit international organization, was founded in Geneva, Switzerland in 1967 by its Chairman, His Highness the Aga Khan, spiritual leader of the Ismaili Muslims, which have a long tradition of philanthropy, volunteerism, self-help, education and social welfare. The Foundation currently supports over 100 projects in health, education, rural development, civil society and the environment. Aga Khan Foundation is an agency of the Aga Khan Development Network, a group of private development agencies working to empower communities and individuals, often in disadvantaged circumstances, to improve living conditions and opportunities, especially in Africa and Asia. The Network's agencies have individual mandates ranging from health and education to architecture, culture, microfinance, rural development, disaster reduction, the promotion of private-sector enterprise and the revitalization of historic cities. The Network works for the common good of all citizens, regardless of their gender, origin or religion and its underlying impulse is the ethic of compassion for the vulnerable in society.

Air Serv International is a not-for-profit aviation organization that supports humanitarian programs worldwide.

America's Development Foundation works throughout the world to support responsive democratic governance by strengthening the capacities of civil society, private sector and government to work together for social and economic development.

Since 1914, the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee, Inc. (JDC) has served as the overseas arm of the American Jewish community. Our mission is to serve the needs of Jews throughout the world, particularly where their lives as Jews are threatened or made more difficult. We sponsor programs of relief, rescue and renewal and help Israel address its most urgent social challenges. We are committed to the idea that all Jews are responsible for one another. Rescue: Whenever and wherever a Jewish community is threatened, JDC offers rescue. In the early 1990s, JDC helped sustain the lives and secure the rescue of 15,000 Ethiopian Jews. Relief: For Jewish communities in distress, JDC offers aid. For more than a decade, JDC has been providing food, clothing and medicine to some 250,000 elderly and impoverished Holocaust survivors in the former Soviet Union. Renewal: Since the fall of communist regimes in Europe, JDC has been helping Jewish communities rediscover their heritage and rebuild a vibrant Jewish communal life. Israel: JDC continues to provide assistance to the State of Israel as it addresses the social service needs of its most vulnerable communities: children-at-risk, struggling immigrant populations, the elderly and the disabled. Non-Sectarian Aid: JDC offers development support and humanitarian aid to non-Jews to fulfill the Jewish tenet of tikkun olam, the moral responsibility to repair the world and alleviate suffering wherever it exists. In times of crisis, (natural disasters, war, famine), JDC provides humanitarian relief and long-term rehabilitation to aid affected communities. Our Operating Principles: JDC adheres to three operating principles: * We are non-partisan and apolitical. * We seek to empower local communities by creating model programs and training local leadership to run the programs. During a project's formative stage, we handle the administrative responsibilities and evaluate the project for effectiveness. * We build coalitions with strategic partners who, ultimately, will assume responsibility for the programs.

The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization led by volunteers and guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement, will provide relief to victims of disasters and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies.

AmeriCares is a nonprofit disaster relief and humanitarian aid organization which provides immediate respose to emergency medical needs - and supports long-term humanitarian assistance programs - for all people around the world, irrespective of race, creed or political persuasion.

Amigos de las Américas (AMIGOS) builds partnerships to empower young leaders, advance community development and strengthen multicultural understanding in the Americas.

B'nai B'rith is an international Jewish organization committed to the security and continuity of the Jewish people and the State of Israel, defending human rights, combating anti-Semitism, bigotry and ignorance, and providing service to the community on the broadest principles of humanity. Its mission is to unite persons of the Jewish faith and to enhance Jewish identity through strengthening Jewish family life and the education and training of youth, broad-based services for the benefit of senior citizens, and advocacy and action on behalf of Jews throughout the world.

A brainchild of BRAC, the world-renowned, Bangladesh-based non-profit organization, BRAC USA’s mission is to raise awareness of BRAC’s successful community development model, mobilize resources and cultivate business partnerships to support BRAC’s global expansion.  

Bread for the World is a nationwide Christian movement that seeks justice for the world's hungry people by lobbying our nation's decision makers. Bread for the World Institute seeks justice for hungry people by engaging in research and education on policies related to hunger and development.

Tzu Chi’s missions focus on giving material aid to the needy and inspiring love and humanity to both givers and receivers. In addition to charity, the foundation dedicates itself in the fields of medicine, education, environmental protection, international relief work and the establishment of the world’s third largest marrow donor registry. It also promotes humanistic values and community volunteerism. Through helping those in need, Tzu Chi volunteers take on the path of bodhisattva practices, the way to Buddhahood. 

Our mission is to serve individuals and families in the poorest communities in the world. Drawing strength from our global diversity, resources and experience, we promote innovative solutions and are advocates for global responsibility. We facilitate lasting change by: Strengthening capacity for self-help Providing economic opportunity Delivering relief in emergencies Influencing policy decisions at all levels Addressing discrimination in all its forms Guided by the aspirations of local communities, we pursue our mission with both excellence and compassion because the people whom we serve deserve nothing less.

Our mandate is based on the premise that it is the responsibility of U.S. organizations, connected to U.S. constituencies, to foster accountability of our government's policies abroad. Our overarching goal therefore is to ensure that U.S. international policies and programs promote sexual and reproductive rights and health through effective, evidence-based approaches to prevention and treatment of critical reproductive and sexual health concerns, and through increased funding for critical programs.

CEDPA's mission is to equip and mobilize women to achieve equality. The organization works through local partnerships to give women tools to improve their lives, families and communities. CEDPA's programs increase educational opportunities for girls, ensure access to lifesaving reproductive health and HIV/AIDS information and services, and strengthen women's leadership in their nations. With a growing network of 5,000 alumni and partners in more than 150 countries, CEDPA is building a groundswell of change agents for effective international development.

* To help deprived, excluded and vulnerable children living in poverty have the capacity to become young adults, parents and leaders who bring lasting and positive change to their communities. * To promote societies whose individuals and institutions participate in valuing, protecting, and advancing the worth and the rights of children. 

CRWRC's mission is to engage God's people in redeeming resources and developing gifts in collaborative activities of love, mercy, justice and compassion.

CNFA was founded on the principle that empowering people economically gives them the tools and confidence they need to change their lives. We are committed to providing economic opportunities to entrepreneurs in developing countries, where far too many people live in poverty and enterprises often fail simply because they do not have the tools they need to succeed.

Concern America is a nonprofit, nonsectarian, nongovernmental development and refugee aid organization that partners with materially poor communities in developing countries in projects to assist them to move their communities out of poverty. Nationally, Concern America infuses a global perspective into justice education and leadership programs; sells fair-trade handcrafted items; provides health student rotations in Bolivia and Guatemala; and strengthens community-based health care with a focus on nurses and minority communities.

CHC's mission is "fighting hunger by developing leaders" and we accomplish this mission through the following means: -To train leaders at the community, national, and international levels about the causes of and solutions to hunger, poverty, and humanitarian needs. -To facilitate collaborative efforts between those organizations involved with designing policy and those developing and implementing programs aimed at ending hunger in the United States and abroad. -To increase awareness and develop strategies in the public at large as well as among those engaged in anti-hunger activities by providing specific skills and issue training to bridge the gap between service and public policy.

Development Gateway provides Web-based platforms to make aid and development efforts more effective around the world. It envisions a world in which the digital revolution serves people everywhere – creating opportunities through increased access to critical information; greater reliance on local capabilities; and more effective, better coordinated international aid.

Easter Seals offers help, hope and answers to children and adults with disabilities and their families in the United States, Puerto Rico, Australia and Canada. Through therapy, education and support services, Easter Seals creates life-changing solutions so that people with disabilities can live, learn, work and play in their communities. 

To bring glory to God and a blessing to mankind by using science and technology to help the poor.

ECDC's mission is to resettle refugees, promote cultural, educational and socio-economic development programs in the refugee and immigrant community in the U.S. and to conduct humanitarian and socio-economic development programs in the Horn of Africa.

Floresta, a Christian nonprofit organization, reverses deforestation and poverty in the world by transforming the lives of the poor. We teach, we plant, we create enterprise, and we share the Gospel.

To walk with churches, leaders and families in overcoming all forms of human poverty by living in healthy relationship with God and His creation. Scriptural Theme &what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God. -- Micah 6:8 Vision Statement God called and we responded until physical and spiritual hungers ended worldwide.

Friends of the World Food Program (Friends of WFP) is a US-based nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that focuses on building support in the United States for the United Nations World Food Program (WFP) and other hunger relief operations. Friends of WFP unites organizations and individuals committed to solving world hunger. Our education, advocacy, and fundraising efforts in the United States support WFP's life-saving global food assistance and development programs.

Giving Children Hope is a faith-based nonprofit organization dedicated to alleviating poverty (domestically and abroad) through disaster relief, health and community development, vocational training and advocacy.

The Global Health Council is the world's largest membership alliance dedicated to saving lives by improving health throughout the world. The Council works to ensure that all who strive for improvement and equity in global health have the information and resources they need to succeed.

Our mission is to go beyond charity to find real solutions where peace and security are in jeopardy. This mission is driven by an end vision of reconciliation. Relationships, respect, and reconciliation are the common threads that empower our cause. As we take stock of our struggles and triumphs, we reaffirm our pledge to help build a world in which every man, woman, and child realizes his or her full potential.

Goodwill Industries will enhance the quality and dignity of life for individuals, families, and communities on a global basis, through the power of work, by eliminating barriers to opportunity for people with special needs, and by facilitating empowerment, self-help, and service through dedicated, autonomous local organizations.

Handicap International works to bring about lasting change in the living conditions of people in disabling situations in post-conflict or low income countries around the world. We work with local partners to prevent and to address the consequences of disabling accidents and diseases; clear landmines/UXO and prevent mine-related accidents through education; end the use of indiscriminate weapons that wound and kill the innocent long after the war is over; respond fast and effectively to natural and civil disasters to limit serious and permanent injuries and assist survivors with social and economic reintegration; and advocate for the universal recognition of the rights of the disabled through national planning and advocacy.

The right to the highest attainable standard of physical and mental health…The right to equality before the law…The right to be free from torture… HealthRight International mobilizes the health sector to promote and protect these and other basic human rights and civil liberties for all people, in the United States and abroad. In collaboration with a network of affiliates around the world and in partnership with local communities, we work where health is diminished or endangered by violations of human rights and civil liberties. We provide essential care and services while training community residents to carry on the mission of health at the conclusion of our efforts. We combine these services with appropriate advocacy to ensure maximum impact. To achieve our goals, we mobilize health care professionals as volunteers, bringing their expertise and idealism to those who need it most.

Heartland Alliance's mission is to advance the human rights and to respond to the human needs of endangered populations--particularly the poor, the isolated, and the displaced--through the provision of comprehensive and respectful services and the promotion of permanent solutions leading to a more just global society.

The mission of Heifer International is to work with communities to end hunger and poverty and care for the Earth.

HelpAge USA, an affiliate of HelpAge International, builds awareness of global aging issues among US audiences; advocates for the empowerment of older, vulnerable adults in the developing world; and raises funds to support the programs of the HelpAge network.

 Humane Society International's (HSI) purpose is to work with national and jurisdictional governments, international treaty and trade agreement representatives, and humane organizations to find practical, culturally sensitive, and long-term solutions to common animal welfare problems. Disasters highlight the important relationship between people and their animals. HSI participates in international disaster relief to reduce the suffering of all victims, including a recognition that people's welfare and livelihood often depend on their animals. The Humane Society of the United States, HSI collaborates with local, regional and international organizations concerned about the living conditions and welfare of companion and farm animals as well as wildlife. HSI promotes local capacity building activities to counter illegal trade in wildlife, threats to endangered species, slaughter of marine mammals, and the use of animals in research and testing.

iMMAP coordinates, supports and implements humanitarian information manangement activities and landmine/unexploded ordnance (UXO) surveys in post-conflict and developing countries around the world. iMMAP's work in the field forms the basis for setting priorities for humanitarian relief and development, economic recovery, landmine clearance and victim assistance.

InsideNGO is a collaborative community that strengthens the operational and management capacity of the international development and relief non profit community in the pursuit of global development.

InterAction is the largest coalition of U.S.-based international NGOs focused on the world’s poor and most vulnerable people.

ICNL promotes an enabling legal environment for civil society, freedom of association, and public participation around the world. ICNL has worked in over 90 countries, collaborating with civil society organizations (“CSOs”), scholars, government officials, and representatives of the business community.

ICRW's mission is to empower women, advance gender equality and fight poverty in the developing world. To accomplish this, ICRW works with partners to conduct empirical research, build capacity and advocate for evidence-based, practical ways to change policies and programs.

The International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) is an independent, non-governmental organization providing professional support to electoral democracy. Through field work, applied research and advocacy, we strive to promote citizen participation, transparency, and accountability in political life and civil society.