Who We Are

Two women, one wearing an orange CARE shirt, smile and laugh while using a water pump.

Mission

CARE works around the globe to save lives and defeat poverty.

Vision

We seek a world of hope and equality, where poverty has been overcome, and all people live with dignity and security. 

Focus

We put women and girls in the center of our work because we know that we cannot overcome poverty until all people have equal rights and opportunities.

Values

TRANSFORMATION: We believe in urgent action, innovation, and the necessity of transformation within the world and our own organization.

INTEGRITY: We are accountable to the people and partners we humbly serve, transparently sharing our results, stories, and lessons.

DIVERSITY: We know that by embracing differences, actively including a variety of voices, and joining together we can solve the world’s most complex problems.

EXCELLENCE: We challenge ourselves to the highest level of learning and performance, tapping the best of the human spirit to create impact.

EQUALITY: We believe in the equal value of every human being and the importance of respecting and honoring each individual; we know that change happens through people.

Learn more about our history.