A gift of hope through the Circle of Young Humanitarians (CYH)
Founded by three young students & young professionals in Zurich, the Circle of Young Humanitarians (CYH) is committed to support the work of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) by bridging the ICRC to the next generation.
The ICRC is a unique sign of hope for those whose lives have been shattered by war. With its mandate to help and protect people affected by armed conflict and other situations of violence, the ICRC serves the people most in need of protection and assistance. Impartiality, neutrality and independence, as well as its acceptance by all parties to conflict, give ICRC staff access to conflict areas where no other humanitarian organizations have access.
Due to increasing humanitarian needs linked to conflict and violence across the world, the demands of the ICRC's work are, however, constantly growing. The climate change crisis and new challenges such as a global pandemic are further exacerbating this trend. In order to carry out its operational activities in more than 100 countries around the world, the ICRC relies on donations – no matter how large they might be.
can provide access to water for someone in Ethiopia
can provide 2 families in Libya with a hygiene kit
can provide food for a month to 2 families in Myanmar
could finance 10 school kits for children in Syria
donate the material for one war surgery and can therefore save a life
Your donation goes where it is needed most.
93% of your donation will go to fund our operations for people in need.
Founded by three young students & young professionals in Zurich, the Circle of Young Humanitarians (CYH) is committed to support the work of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) by bridging the ICRC to the next generation.
The ICRC is a unique sign of hope for those whose lives have been shattered by war. With its mandate to help and protect people affected by armed conflict and other situations of violence, the ICRC serves the people most in need of protection and assistance. Impartiality, neutrality and independence, as well as its acceptance by all parties to conflict, give ICRC staff access to conflict areas where no other humanitarian organizations have access.
Due to increasing humanitarian needs linked to conflict and violence across the world, the demands of the ICRC's work are, however, constantly growing. The climate change crisis and new challenges such as a global pandemic are further exacerbating this trend. In order to carry out its operational activities in more than 100 countries around the world, the ICRC relies on donations – no matter how large they might be.
can provide access to water for someone in Ethiopia
can provide 2 families in Libya with a hygiene kit
can provide food for a month to 2 families in Myanmar
could finance 10 school kits for children in Syria
donate the material for one war surgery and can therefore save a life
Your donation goes where it is needed most.
93% of your donation will go to fund our operations for people in need.
Frequently asked questions
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If you pay tax in Switzerland, you may be able to deduct donations to the ICRC from your taxable income. The yearly minimum and the amount deductible can vary from canton to canton. If you pay tax in another country, please reach out to your country's tax authorities to know if your donation is eligible for a tax deduction.
In the United States, the ICRC is tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code with EIN 98-6001029. Donations to the ICRC are tax-deductible as allowable by U.S. law.
The ICRC is an international organization based in Switzerland. If you pay tax in another country, please reach out to your country's tax authorities to know if your donation is eligible for a tax deduction.
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Yes, if you would like to take a break from giving regularly, please contact us at donation@icrc.org with your request.