International Rescue Committee, U.k
Notable UK charityAlso known as: Irc Europe, International Rescue Committee, Irc, Irc-UK
The International Rescue Committee UK is an independent British charity, established in 1997 as part of the International Rescue Committee network. The IRC provides emergency relief, protection of human rights, post-conflict reconstruction, resettlement assistance & advocacy to those uprooted or affected by violent conflict, oppression and natural disaster in countries around the world.
Activities & Mission
The International Rescue Committee UK is an independent British charity, established in 1997 as part of the International Rescue Committee network. The IRC provides emergency relief, protection of human rights, post-conflict reconstruction, resettlement assistance & advocacy to those uprooted or affected by violent conflict, oppression and natural disaster in countries around the world.
Grants
International Rescue Committee, U.k makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Grants paid (2025)
- £3,267,000
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, other charities or voluntary bodies and other defined groups
- What it supports
- education and training, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, the prevention or relief of poverty, overseas aid or famine relief and economic or community development and employment
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £104,066,000 | £104,916,000 | £99,580,000 | £6,154,000 | £6,154,000 | 227 / 0 |
| 2024 | £116,519,000 | £119,354,000 | £111,935,000 | £7,004,000 | £5,615,000 | 267 / 0 |
| 2023 | £122,092,000 | £122,426,000 | £115,934,000 | £9,839,000 | £5,300,000 | 241 / 33 |
| 2022 | £114,433,000 | £109,354,000 | £103,775,000 | £10,173,000 | £5,527,000 | 179 / 0 |
| 2021 | £115,717,000 | £113,773,000 | £110,172,000 | £5,094,000 | £5,094,000 | 136 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about International Rescue Committee, U.k
What does International Rescue Committee, U.k do?
The International Rescue Committee UK is an independent British charity, established in 1997 as part of the International Rescue Committee network. The IRC provides emergency relief, protection of human rights, post-conflict reconstruction, resettlement assistance & advocacy to those uprooted or affected by violent conflict, oppression and natural disaster in countries around the world.
How much income did International Rescue Committee, U.k report in 2025?
International Rescue Committee, U.k reported total income of £104.07m and reported expenditure of £104.92m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was International Rescue Committee, U.k registered as a charity?
International Rescue Committee, U.k was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 November 1997 as charity number 1065972. It has been registered for 29 years.
Who runs International Rescue Committee, U.k?
International Rescue Committee, U.k is governed by a board of 11 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does International Rescue Committee, U.k operate?
International Rescue Committee, U.k operates across 34 areas, including Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Burkina Faso and 31 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is International Rescue Committee, U.k a registered charity?
Yes — International Rescue Committee, U.k is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1065972.
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Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Also governs 2 other charities
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Also Known As
- Irc Europe
- International Rescue Committee
- Irc
- Irc-UK
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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