About Concern

Concern Worldwide is an international humanitarian organisation dedicated to reducing suffering and ending extreme poverty. Since the beginning, over 40 years ago, our focus has been on improving the lives of the poorest people.

History and governance
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Our history

A group of determined people started Concern in response to appeals for help from war-torn Biafra in 1968.

 
community meeting in India

How we are governed

Concern is controlled and regulated by its members. The council of Concern is elected from the membership annually.

Money matters
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How we raise money

Concern is supported by generous donors. We also receive money from governments and other partners.

 
getting aid ready for flight to Niger

How money is spent

87% of our budget is spent on relief and development. The remainder goes on fundraising, education and governance.
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