In the U.S., Charities Aid Foundation America (CAF America) works with donors looking to support charitable organizations around the world.
The Charities Aid Foundation (CAF) exists to accelerate progress in society toward a fair and sustainable future for all. Over the last 100 years, we have led the way in developing innovative approaches to giving. We operate as CAF in the U.K., and CAF America and CAF Canada in North America. Annually, CAF distributes over $1.4 billion to social purpose organizations around the world.
We collaborate with donors to enable them to give with greater purpose and impact. This includes helping those we work with to make strategic, cost-effective, and tax-advantaged gifts while reducing the risk, reputational exposure, and administrative burden associated with international giving.
When you donate through our vetted network of nearly two million charitable organizations in 135 countries, you can leverage our unmatched global scale and international expertise.
Our work is guided by three principles
Regulatory Compliance
Comply with U.S. regulations and local laws governing the movement of foreign charitable funds into grantees’ home countries.
Risk Mitigation
Mitigate the risk of significant excise taxes, fines, and even criminal charges in case of failure to comply with U.S. regulations governing cross-border giving.
Reputation Protection
Protect our donors from possible reputational damage that may arise if proper due diligence is not conducted.
How can CAF America help you?
CAF America helps donors make strategic and focused philanthropic decisions that are fully compliant with all regulations and have a lasting impact on the causes and communities they want to support. As a part of the Charities Aid Foundation, we have access to an international network of charities, making impactful giving easier.
Who we serve
Whether you are an individual starting your giving journey, a corporate citizenship professional, or you represent an established foundation, CAF America is here to help.
Our services
We provide a variety of tailored services to support your cross-border giving needs and ensure you can confidently support the causes that you want.
OUR TEAM
The CAF America team is ready to assist you in building your philanthropic vision and impact. Our team will work with you to ensure your giving is regulatory compliant, mitigates risk, and protects you from reputational damage. Learn more about us below.
Interested in joining the CAF America team? View open positions on our Careers page.
CAF America’s values
All of us at the Charities Aid Foundation, from the U.K. to the U.S. and Canada, desire to make a difference, and we deliver on that commitment through the three core values that guide us in our work:
Act with integrity
The work we do touches lives, this is our privilege and our responsibility. We take care, invest the time, and never cut corners. Every interaction is an opportunity to demonstrate our dedication and earn the trust of those we serve.
Move forward together
Better outcomes are created in collaboration. Our relationships are built on mutual respect and understanding. We listen more than we speak, find the common ground, and support one another in pursuit of our shared goals.
Shape the change
Progress starts with people. We seek opportunity, never afraid to challenge accepted wisdom. With bold, agile thinking, we make things happen that no one else can. We don’t respond to change, we shape it.
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We invite you to ask us about giving through our vetted global network.
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