Direct Relief
- Assets
- $1.2b
- Revenue
- $2.3b
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 142
- Location
- Santa Barbara, CA
- Founding
- 11/1949
- Data as of
- 06/2023
- EIN
- 95-1831116
Organization Overview
Direct Relief is located in Santa Barbara, CA. The organization was established in 1949. According to its NTEE Classification (Q33) the organization is classified as: International Relief, under the broad grouping of International, Foreign Affairs & National Security and related organizations. As of 06/2023, Direct Relief employed 142 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Direct Relief is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 06/2023, Direct Relief generated $2.3b in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 10.6% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $2.1b during the year ending 06/2023. While expenses have increased by 8.9% per year over the past 6 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2018, Direct Relief has awarded 8,881 individual grants totaling $1,990,721,026. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
IMPROVE THE HEALTH AND LIVES OF PEOPLE AFFECTED BY POVERTY OR EMERGENCY SITUATIONS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
DISASTER RESPONSE - DIRECT RELIEF, THROUGH ITS DISASTER RESPONSE PROGRAMS, ADDRESSES THE NEEDS OF VULNERABLE COMMUNITIES BEFORE DISASTERS STRIKE BY PRE POSITIONING EMERGENCY MEDICAL MATERIALS WITH HEALTHCARE FACILITIES IN AREAS AT RISK FROM NATURAL DISASTERS. WHEN DISASTERS OCCUR, DIRECT RELIEF LEVERAGES ITS NETWORK OF HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS TO ASSESS IMMEDIATE NEEDS, UNDERSTAND THE SITUATION, AND RESPOND QUICKLY AND PRECISELY. DIRECT RELIEF'S EFFORTS ARE ALWAYSIN RESPONSE TO SPECIFIC REQUESTS FROM LOCAL PARTNERS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL RESPONDERS TO AVOID DUPLICATION OF EFFORTS AND PREVENT LOGISTICAL BOTTLENECKS, AND ENSURE THE MOST EFFICIENT USE OF RESOURCES.
DIRECT RELIEF HAS AN INTERNAL POLICY TO TRANSFER ALL BOARD-DESIGNATED UNRESTRICTED BEQUESTS AND GIFTS TO THE BOARD RESTRICTED INVESTMENT FUND (BRIF) HELD BY DIRECT RELIEF FOUNDATION. THE PURPOSE OF THE BRIF IS TO PROVIDE A RESERVE FOR FUTURE OPERATIONS.
COMMUNITY HEALTH - DIRECT RELIEF, THROUGH ITS COMMUNITY HEALTH INITIATIVES, EQUIPS HEALTH PROFESSIONALS IN LOW-RESOURCE SETTINGS WITH THE MEDICAL RESOURCES THEY NEED TO DIAGNOSE, TREAT, AND CARE FOR THEIR PATIENTS - REGARDLESS OF ABILITY TO PAY. IN THE FISCAL YEAR 2023, DIRECT RELIEF PROVIDED MATERIAL AND FINANCIAL SUPPORT TO MORE THAN 1,900 COMMUNITY HEALTH PROVIDERS IN 88 COUNTRIES. THIS INCLUDES THE U.S., WHERE DIRECT RELIEF OPERATES THE NATION'S LARGEST CHARITABLE MEDICINE PROGRAM FOR COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS AND NONPROFIT CLINICS IN ALL 50 STATES. AS A RESULT OF DIRECT RELIEF'S SUPPORT, ORGANIZATIONS AND HEALTH PROVIDERS CAN FOCUS THEIR TIME AND RESOURCES ON EXPANDING AND IMPROVING THEIR SERVICES INSTEAD OF PROCURING MEDICINE AND SUPPLIES.
DISEASE PREVENTION AND TREATMENT - TO ALLEVIATE THE DISEASE BURDEN IN RESOURCE CONSTRAINED COMMUNITIES AROUND THE WORLD, DIRECT RELIEF SUPPORTS A GLOBAL NETWORK OF LOCALLY-RUN HEALTH FACILITIES WITH THE MEDICINES, MEDICAL SUPPLIES, AND FUNDING. IN THE FISCAL YEAR 2023, DIRECT RELIEF PROVIDED HEALTHCARE PARTNERS IN 47 COUNTRIES WITH 12 MILLION COURSES OF MEDICATION TO TREAT CONDITIONS THAT INCLUDE CANCER, DIABETES, HIV/AIDS AND RARE DISEASES. DIRECT RELIEF ALSO SUPPORTS PROGRAMS TO ADVANCE BREAST CANCER AWARENESS AND EARLY DETECTION, HIV PREVENTION AND TESTING AND CERVICAL CANCER SCREENING, AS WELL AS COMPREHENSIVE DIABETES PREVENTION AND TREATMENT PROGRAMS THAT INCLUDE ASSISTANCE FOR CHILDREN WITH TYPE 1 DIABETES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Thomas Tighe Chief Executive Officer | Officer | 40 | $605,893 |
Bhupi Singh Exec Vp, Sr Advisor (thru 07/22) | 40 | $391,893 | |
Dawn Long Senior Vp, COO | Officer | 40 | $378,770 |
Jonathan Steiner VP Of Finance, CFO | Officer | 40 | $306,062 |
Donald Roane Vp, Corporate Engagement & Strategy | 40 | $237,058 | |
Heather Bennett Vp, Partnerships & Philanthropy | 40 | $262,337 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Medical Center Dobrobut-clinik Llc Medical Care Services | 6/29/23 | $2,349,612 |
Legacy Development Group Ltd Construction Services | 6/29/23 | $673,504 |
Irw Concierge Services Legal Services | 6/29/23 | $507,889 |
Incandescent Llc Consulting Services | 6/29/23 | $435,287 |
Stamen Design Llc Design Services | 6/29/23 | $310,000 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $3,032,326 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $2,257,413,313 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $2,137,801,383 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,260,445,639 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $6,317,844 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $2,266,763,483 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $353,288,548 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $1,540,400,992 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $1,375,217 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $820,918 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $12,327,106 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $545,099 |
| Other employee benefits | $1,746,312 |
| Payroll taxes | $973,194 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $190,339 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $215,317 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $6,687,353 |
| Advertising and promotion | $772,001 |
| Office expenses | $169,905 |
| Information technology | $624,312 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $875,127 |
| Travel | $1,347,047 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $521,186 |
| Interest | $16,211 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $1,269,624 |
| Insurance | $900,714 |
| All other expenses | $2,755,787 |
| Total functional expenses | $2,071,171,227 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $2,884,559 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $60,432,023 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $15,856,234 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $125,785 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $864,423,207 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $7,371,143 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $38,729,054 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $175,234,593 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $5,470,272 |
| Total assets | $1,170,526,870 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $8,326,955 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $25,153,504 |
| Total liabilities | $33,480,459 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $971,580,379 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $165,466,032 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $1,170,526,870 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Direct Relief has awarded $349,318,874 in support to 1,110 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
A PROMISE TO HELP PURPOSE: FUND FOR HEALTH EQUITY | $300,000 |
A PROMISE TO HELP PURPOSE: SUPPORT TO US CLINICS & HEALTH CENTERS FOR LOW-INCOME, UNINSURED PATIENTS | $33,946 |
AARON E HENRY COMMUNITY HEALTH SER PURPOSE: FUND FOR HEALTH EQUITY | $400,000 |
ADA CAMP COLORADO AMERICAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION PURPOSE: SUPPORT TO US CLINICS & HEALTH CENTERS FOR LOW-INCOME, UNINSURED PATIENTS | $9,172 |
ADA CAMP MIDICHA AMERICAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION YMCA CAMP COPNECONIC PURPOSE: SUPPORT TO US CLINICS & HEALTH CENTERS FOR LOW-INCOME, UNINSURED PATIENTS | $20,896 |
ADA CAMP RAINBOW AMERICAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION PURPOSE: SUPPORT TO US CLINICS & HEALTH CENTERS FOR LOW-INCOME, UNINSURED PATIENTS | $11,588 |