Helvetas USA

Helvetas USA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting disadvantaged communities in developing countries. The organization is based in the United States and operates as a sister organization to Helvetas, which is headquartered in Switzerland.

Vision and Mission

Helvetas USA shares the global vision of the Helvetas network, aiming for a just world where all individuals can live with dignity and security, using environmental resources sustainably. The mission of Helvetas USA is to help disadvantaged people and communities by strengthening relationships with strategic partners in the United States.

Activities and Programs

Helvetas USA works to improve the living conditions of people in low and middle-income countries across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Eastern Europe. The organization focuses on providing clean water, creating new career pathways, and ending rural isolation. It collaborates with over 1,100 partner organizations worldwide, impacting the lives of millions of people annually.

Helvetas’ development projects are designed to empower communities by meeting their basic needs, such as access to education, healthcare, and decent incomes. The organization also promotes social equity, human rights, and sustainable use of natural resources.

Financial Overview

Helvetas USA primarily relies on contributions for its funding. As of 2023, the organization's revenue was approximately $12.9 million, with contributions accounting for nearly all of its income. The majority of its expenses go towards implementing its programs and projects.

History

Helvetas was founded in 1955 as a Swiss-based international development organization. Helvetas USA was established to enhance partnerships and collaborations within the United States.

Structure

Helvetas USA is designated as a public foundation, categorized under philanthropy, voluntarism, and grant-making foundations. Donations to this organization are tax-deductible. It operates independently but is closely linked with the broader Helvetas network, which includes organizations in Switzerland, Germany, and other countries.