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UNHCR, Why We Exist
THIS IS WHY WE EXIST
THIS IS HOW YOU CAN HELP
There are over 120 million people in the world who have been forcibly displaced. Due to ongoing violence in countries like Ukraine and Sudan, that number continues to increase.
When an emergency hits, UNHCR is one of the first on the ground providing life-saving support to those in need and we are one of the last to leave, after helping people build a better future.
Today, over one per cent of humanity is displaced.
Our impact and reach is unmatched. We work in over 130 different countries supplying refugees and displaced people with shelter, food, education, clean water and the essentials they need to survive. In 2023 we delivered 57,000 tents, 2.5 million blankets and 1.3 million sleeping mats to keep families safe.
If you have questions for us, or if you experience difficulties while processing your donation on this site, please email us at [email protected] or call +41 22 552 78 08
If you are resident in Switzerland, your donation is tax deductible. Direct federal tax: 20% of net income, provided that the amount of the donation is at least 100 francs. Municipal taxes: depending on the canton, up to 20% of net income for individuals and 20% for companies. For further information, please contact the tax authorities in your canton.
We will happily explore with you the ways in which you can maximize your impact on the fate of people forced to flee in the way that fits you best. Please email us at [email protected] or call +41 22 552 78 08.