Who We Are - Catholic Relief Services (Inspired replica)

Our Mission

Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We are motivated by the Gospel of Jesus Christ to cherish, preserve and uphold the sacredness and dignity of all human life, foster charity and justice, and embody Catholic social and moral teaching.

We promote development by helping people in need as they move toward self-sufficiency. We respond to major emergencies, fight disease and poverty, and nurture peaceful and just societies.

Our Foundation

Founded in 1943 by the Bishops of the United States to assist survivors and refugees of World War II in Europe, CRS has expanded to become one of the largest and most respected humanitarian organizations in the world.

As the official international agency of the Catholic community in the United States, we work in solidarity with local church partners, governments, and secular organizations to serve all people on the basis of need, not creed, race, or nationality.

Stewardship & Financial Accountability

At CRS, we hold ourselves to the highest standards of stewardship. We ensure that your donations are maximized to support lives directly in the communities we serve.

Where Your Donation Goes

More than 90% of our expenditures go directly to our emergency relief and development programs. This high efficiency rate makes CRS one of the most reliable and trusted charities in the world.

We are audited annually and are recognized with top ratings by major charity navigators, including the Better Business Bureau's Wise Giving Alliance and Charity Navigator.

Support Our Work

92% Program Services

Emergency response & development

5% Support Services

Fundraising and marketing

3% Administration

General management & operations

Our Leadership

Led by experienced humanitarian professionals and guided by a Board of Directors comprised of Catholic Bishops, religious leaders, and lay experts.

Sean Callahan

President & CEO

Sean Callahan has served as CRS president since 2017, leading the organization's strategic vision and operations across its global network.

Most Rev. Timothy P. Broglio

Chairman, Board of Directors

Archbishop of the Military Services, USA, Archbishop Broglio leads the board in maintaining the agency's Catholic identity and mission.

Schuyler Thorup

Executive VP of Operations

Oversees the implementation of program logistics, security, and global delivery systems in challenging environment regions.