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For over 100 years, Save the Children has been one of the charities you can trust, with a track record of using donations efficiently and effectively

86% of every dollar you give goes straight to our mission – helping children grow up healthy, learning and safe.

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“Save the Children outperforms most other charities in America. This exceptional designation from Charity Navigator differentiates Save the Children from its peers and demonstrates to the public it is worthy of their trust.”
– Michael Thatcher, President and CEO, Charity Navigator

How We Use Our Funds

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A group of smiling Bolivian children give a big “thumbs up” at an Early Childhood Development program in the village of San Ignacio de Mojos, Bolivia. There are 57 students in the school. Photo credit: Susan Warner/Save the Children, March 2016.
Charity Ratings
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Charity watchers, prestigious publishers, consumer advocates and other agree – Save the Children is a top charity.
A three-month old infant nestles in the arms of a Save the Children aid worker at a temporary medical station at an evacuation center in Ayutthaya.
Success and Survivor Stories
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Meet some of the girls and boys whose lives you’ve helped us change, as well as the donors and heroes whose support makes this change possible.
A young boy, age 7, using abacus from Learning Corner Program in his 1st grade class. Photo Credit: Save the Children 2016.
Financial Information
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Out of every dollar spent, 86 cents goes to programs and services for children and families in need.
A child with a friend, 1 year after being treated for malnutrition
Our Work
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We ensure children's unique needs are met and their voices are heard. We deliver lasting results for millions of children, including those hardest to reach.
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