About Concern

Concern Worldwide works with the poorest people in the poorest countries of the world to enable them to transform their lives.

Sustained by the concern of our many supporters, we seek out those who most urgently need our support, and work with them through thick and thin to tackle poverty, hunger and disaster.

History and governance

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

 

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

Money matters

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

 

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88% of our budget is spent on relief and development. The remainder goes on fundraising, education and governance.

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