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District of Columbia international-focused organizations

There are 1,049 international and foreign affairs organizations in District of Columbia. Combined, these Washingtonian international-focused organizations employ 17,339 people, earn more than $8 billion in revenue each year, and have assets of $10 billion.
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Types of international-focused organizations in District of Columbia

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
International development and relief organizations
 
347
 
$3,502,505,209
International cultural and student exchange programs
 
253
 
$1,379,516,623
World peace and international security organizations
 
213
 
$1,263,697,126
Humanitarian organizations
 
155
 
$1,022,279,858
Human rights organizations
 
127
 
$938,825,917
International and foreign affairs research and public policy institutes
 
35
 
$460,429,936
International and foreign affairs professional societies
 
18
 
$35,803,317
International and foreign affairs alliances and advocates
 
16
 
$9,856,970
International refugee and migration organizations
 
13
 
$221,453,765
Organizations supporting multiple foreign affairs and international nonprofits
 
9
 
$8,418,416
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International-focused organizations by major District of Columbia cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Washington DC
 
1,048
 
$7,677,386,585
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Job trends for District of Columbia international-focused organizations

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
209
1-10
 
250
11-25
 
95
26-100
 
86
101 to 1,000
 
36
1,000+
 
0
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Sizes of international-focused organizations in District of Columbia

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
247
$250k to $1M
 
185
$1M to $5M
 
183
$5M to $25M
 
107
$25M to $100M
 
32
$100M+
 
21
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Directory of international-focused organizations in District of Columbia

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Small Enterprise Assistance Funds (SEAF)

SEAF supports small and medium-sized businesses in developing countries to improve communities through entrepreneur-led development.
Revenue
$9.2m
Assets
$32.3m
Employees
16
EIN
13-3535334
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Accion

Accion is an international development or relief organization in Washington, DC whose mission is: Accion's mission is to give people the financial tools they need to improve their lives.
Revenue
$26.1m
Assets
$427.1m
Employees
115
EIN
13-2535763
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMFUS)

The German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) is a non-partisan American public policy and grantmaking institution dedicated to promoting better understanding and cooperation between North America and Europe on transatlantic and global issues.
Revenue
$29.8m
Assets
$189.3m
Employees
109
EIN
52-0954751
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Aga Khan Foundation Usa

Aga Khan Foundation USA makes long-term investments, from early childhood education to infrastructure. They build hospitals and schools. They work with people to serve their community and build their local economy.
Revenue
$64.9m
Assets
$580.0m
Employees
33
EIN
52-1231983
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Bread For The World

Bread for the World is a non-partisan, Christian citizens' movement in the United States to end hunger. The organization describes itself as a collective Christian voice urging nation's decision makers to end hunger at home and abroad.
Revenue
$5.6m
Assets
$12.1m
Employees
91
EIN
13-2803276
IRS type
501(c)(4)

EarthRights International

EarthRights International (ERI) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization of lawyers, trainers and organizers with expertise in human rights, the environment, and corporate and government accountability.
Revenue
$4.7m
Assets
$14.4m
Employees
37
EIN
04-3265555
IRS type
501(c)(3)

U S Russia Foundation for Ecnomic Advancement and the Rule of Law (USRF)

The mission of USRF is to support the long-term economic development of Russia's market economy, working in close partnership with the Russian government and leading Russian institutions.
Revenue
$1.6m
Assets
$184.7m
Employees
14
EIN
01-0732928
IRS type
501(c)(4)

Polaris Project

Polaris is a leader in the global fight to eradicate modern slavery. Named after the North Star that guided slaves to freedom in the U.S., Polaris systemically disrupts the human trafficking networks that rob human beings of their lives and their freedom.
Revenue
$14.8m
Assets
$17.4m
Employees
197
EIN
03-0391561
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Meridian International Center

We are dedicated to strengthening international understanding. Meridian builds sustainable global partnerships through leadership exchanges, international collaboration and cultural diplomacy.
Revenue
$50.3m
Assets
$25.3m
Employees
197
EIN
53-0259663
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Institute for War and Peace Reporting-Us (IWPR)

Institute for War and Peace Reporting-Us empowers local journalists, promotes human rights, counters disinformation, and fosters democratic transitions in conflict zones globally.
Revenue
$9.5m
Assets
$1.9m
Employees
17
EIN
43-1962561
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Freedom House

Freedom House acts as a catalyst for freedom through a combination of analysis, advocacy, and action. Their research and analysis frames the policy debate in the United States and abroad on the progress and decline of freedom.
Revenue
$103.8m
Assets
$33.1m
Employees
234
EIN
13-1656647
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Vital Voices Global Partnership

Vital Voices Global Partnership is an American international, 501(c)(3),[3] non-profit, non-governmental organization that works with women leaders in the areas of economic empowerment, women's political participation, and human rights.
Revenue
$22.4m
Assets
$53.8m
Employees
107
EIN
52-2151557
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Bread for the World Institute

Bread for the World is a non-partisan, Christian citizens' movement in the United States to end hunger. The organization describes itself as a collective Christian voice urging nation's decision makers to end hunger at home and abroad.
Revenue
$6.7m
Assets
$15.7m
Employees
0
EIN
51-0175510
IRS type
501(c)(3)

United States Association for United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (USA for UNHCR)

USA for UNHCR is an independent nonprofit organization that provides support for the humanitarian work of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) through fundraising and education.
Revenue
$147.7m
Assets
$42.7m
Employees
81
EIN
52-1662800
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Fulbright Association

To engage current and former Fulbright exchange participants in lifelong experiences that advance international understanding through volunteer service to communities, people-to-people diplomacy and dialogue on global issues.
Revenue
$1.6m
Assets
$5.7m
Employees
13
EIN
52-1821935
IRS type
501(c)(3)

International Center for Journalists (ICFJ)

International Center for Journalists (ICFJ) is a non-profit, professional organization located in Washington, DC, USA, that promotes journalism worldwide.
Revenue
$12.2m
Assets
$33.5m
Employees
74
EIN
11-2724905
IRS type
501(c)(3)

National Endowment for Democracy

NED promotes democracy and supports freedom worldwide by funding NGOs that defend human rights, strengthen independent media, and civic education.
Revenue
$363.0m
Assets
$126.1m
Employees
341
EIN
52-1344831
IRS type
501(c)(3)

National Immigration Forum

National Immigration Forum advocates for a better immigration system through communication, advocacy, and policy expertise. Located in Washington, DC.
Revenue
$6.7m
Assets
$11.4m
Employees
36
EIN
13-1776711
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Pact

Pact is a 40-year old international NGO operating in 59 countries. Pact's mission is to build empowered communities, governments and private institutions that give people an opportunity for a better life.
Revenue
$156.3m
Assets
$66.7m
Employees
184
EIN
13-2702768
IRS type
501(c)(3)

FINCA International

To alleviate poverty through lasting solutions that help people build assets, create jobs and raise their standard of living.
Revenue
$21.1m
Assets
$202.9m
Employees
36
EIN
13-3240109
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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