Save the Children

What Save the Children does

Save the Children Federation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit humanitarian organization founded in 1919 by Eglantyne Jebb and headquartered in Fairfield, Connecticut. The organization operates in over 100 countries and reached 114 million children in 113 countries in 2024 through four core programmatic pillars: Health Programs (maternal and newborn health, immunization, malnutrition prevention, water/sanitation/hygiene), Education Programs (early childhood development, literacy, numeracy, school health), Emergency Response (humanitarian aid in 112 crises across 75 countries in 2024), and Protection Programs (safeguarding children from violence, abuse, exploitation, and trafficking). It also runs domestic U.S. programs in over 250 of the poorest rural communities across 11 states and operates the Save the Children Action Network (SCAN) policy-advocacy arm. Underlying technology includes a blockchain-based Bitcoin Fund launched in December 2025 with Fortris for holding crypto donations up to four years, a Rural Child Wellbeing Dashboard providing comparative state-level data, cash assistance distribution infrastructure for emergencies, and the Dataro AI-driven fundraising intelligence platform adopted in 2026.

The organization's revenue model is diversified across institutional and individual channels: 50% of work is funded by U.S. Government direct and pass-through funding, 24% by individual donors (1.5 million supporters in 2024 via the Team Tomorrow monthly giving program, one-time gifts, peer-to-peer fundraising, and cryptocurrency), 11% by UN and other multilateral institutions (including a €6 million EU commitment for Afghanistan education), 8% by corporate partnerships (most notably Bvlgari's $120 million-plus silver-jewelry collection since 2009 and the Mars Impact Fund's $3 million three-year grant), and 6% by foundations (including Education Cannot Wait). A gift catalog offers charitable gifts at preset price points from $15 to $500, and 84% of every dollar is directed to programs with administrative costs kept below 7%. The organization is governed by a Board of Trustees chaired by Mary Dillon (former Foot Locker CEO) and led by President and CEO Janti Soeripto, with a senior leadership team including a CFO, CTO, CMO, Chief Impact Officer, Chief Policy Officer, and General Counsel.

Name

Save the Children

Legal name

Save the Children Federation, Inc.

Website

https://savethechildren.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1919

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Short description

Save the Children is a 501(c)(3) humanitarian organization founded in 1919 that operates in over 100 countries, delivering health, education, emergency response, and child protection programs to 114 million children annually, funded by U.S. government grants, 1.5 million individual donors, and corporate and foundation partners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Humanitarian Aid and Child Welfare Services

NAICS

Child and Youth Services (62411), Child and Youth Services (624110), Emergency and Other Relief Services (624230), Educational Support Services (611710), Educational Support Services (6117)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Child Protection & Child Rights (BPAGABAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Child Rights & Protection (BPADAGAG), Education in Emergencies (EiE) & Safe Schools (BPADAKAJ), Family Resource Centers & Wraparound Support Services (EDACALAH)

Keywords

• Child welfare services
• Humanitarian aid
• Emergency response
• Global education programs
• Child protection

Headquarters

HQ city

Fairfield

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Program Services (84% of expenditures), Personnel (11, 000+ staff globally), Operations, Administration (under 7% of expenditures), Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Government Funding (U.S. and Multilateral): 50% of work funded by U.S. Government Direct & Pass-through Funding. 11% from UN & Other Multi-lateral Funding Institutions including EU contributions (€6 million to Save the Children for gender-responsive education in Afghanistan).
2. Individual Donations: 24% of work funded by individuals through one-time donations, monthly giving (Team Tomorrow), peer-to-peer fundraising, cryptocurrency, stock donations, and IRA charitable distributions. In 2024, 1.5 million individual supporters contributed.
3. Corporate Partnerships: 8% of funding from corporations including cause marketing campaigns (e.g., Mattel/Amazon MGM Studios Masters of the Universe campaign), jewelry sales (Bvlgari partnership raised $120M+), and grants (Mars Impact Fund $3M).
4. Foundation Grants: 6% of work funded by foundations including Mars Impact Fund ($3 million three-year grant for Indonesia cocoa-growing communities), Education Cannot Wait ($650,000 grant for greening learning spaces), and Children's Investment Fund Foundation.
5. Gift Catalog Sales: E-commerce gift catalog offering charitable gifts including blankets, food provisions, educational supplies, and other items that benefit children, with products ranging from $15-$500.
6. Other Revenue Sources: 1% from other sources including investment income and miscellaneous revenue streams.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels8 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Save the Children is a global humanitarian nonprofit delivering child-focused programmatic services in health, education, emergency response, and child protection across more than 100 countries. It raises funds from individual donors, governments, corporations, and foundations, and operates a charitable gift catalog for symbolic giving. Programs are delivered through field offices, local partners, and emergency response teams, with 84% of expenditures going directly to program services.

Product overview

Save the Children is a global humanitarian nonprofit organization offering a portfolio of child-focused program services rather than a technology product. The organization operates four core programmatic pillars: Health Programs (child health, disease prevention, malnutrition, WASH, maternal/newborn health, and immunization), Education Programs (early childhood development, global education, literacy/numeracy boost, school health), Emergency Response (humanitarian aid in 112 emergencies in 2024 reaching 23.8 million people), and Protection Programs (child safeguarding from violence, abuse, exploitation). Additional services include U.S. domestic programs in rural America, Policy and Advocacy through Save the Children Action Network (SCAN), and Localization initiatives. In December 2025, Save the Children launched a Bitcoin Fund in partnership with Fortris, enabling secure cryptocurrency donations and blockchain-based aid delivery.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Children's Emergency Fund: A fund through which Save the Children reaches people in crisis situations across multiple countries.
• Team Tomorrow

Products and services

• Health Programs Child health and disease prevention programs including training health workers, targeting pneumonia, diarrhea and malaria, ensuring immunization, water/sanitation/hygiene (WASH) practices, climate-smart nutrition, maternal/newborn health, and malnutrition prevention and management. For children and families in crisis-affected and underserved communities globally.
• Education Programs Global education programs including Early Childhood Development, Global Education Research, Girls Education, Literacy Boost, Numeracy Boost, School Health and Nutrition, and U.S. education programs for kindergarten readiness, Head Start, summer learning, and school-age programs. For children needing educational support, particularly in crisis-affected regions and rural underserved areas.
• Emergency Response Humanitarian emergency response programs providing immediate assistance during crises including natural disasters, conflicts, and disease outbreaks. In 2024, Save the Children responded to 112 emergency situations and reached 23.8 million people through its Children's Emergency Fund. For children and families affected by conflicts, disasters, and disease outbreaks.
• Protection Programs Child protection programs safeguarding children from violence, neglect, exploitation, abuse and emotional trauma. For children facing protection risks including conflict, displacement, child labor, child marriage, trafficking, and exploitation.
• U.S. Programs Domestic programs working in over 250 of the poorest rural communities in America, helping children through early learning, Head Start, disaster recovery, and addressing childhood poverty. For children and families in rural America facing poverty and limited resources.
• Policy and Advocacy Advocacy work ensuring children's voices are heard, rights are realized, and issues are given top priority through Save the Children Action Network (SCAN). Engages on Capitol Hill, state-level advocacy, and campaigns for education funding release.
• Localization Initiatives Localized approaches that deliver best results for children by acting as an ally to local communities and actors, elevating their voice and leadership in driving sustainable development and humanitarian action.
• Charitable Gift Catalog E-commerce gift catalog offering charitable gifts including blankets, food provisions, educational supplies, and other items that benefit children, with products ranging from $15-$500. Each gift represents a donation to support specific child welfare programs. For individual donors seeking tangible symbolic gifts.

Quantifiable outcome

• 114 million children reached in 2024
• +7 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor, core and flagship.

• Ugly Christmas SweaterminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 19 June 2026Collaboration with Save the Children planned for Christmas 2026. E-commerce holiday apparel brand expanding from Christmas sweaters into year-round business with pajamas, T-shirts, sweatshirts, and family-oriented festive clothing.
• Mattel and Amazon MGM StudioscoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 28 April 2026Global giveback campaign tied to Masters of the Universe film releasing June 5, 2026. Campaign transforms film's 'You Have the Power!' message into charitable initiative. Fans can donate via Pledge or text. Actors Nicholas Galitzine, Camila Mendes and Idris Elba starred in PSA. Three companies partnered for over 20 years to mobilize fans for children's health, education, and protection programs worldwide.
• Dreame TechnologyminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 26 December 2025Donated 60 Airpursue PM10 air purifiers to Save the Children to improve indoor air quality for children in California. Air purifiers feature advanced technologies aimed at reducing respiratory risks among children in educational and community settings.
• Fortris (Digital Asset Company)flagshipTechnology or Integration · 11 December 2025Partnership to launch first-of-its-kind Bitcoin Fund enabling Save the Children to securely hold Bitcoin donations for up to four years while leveraging blockchain-based tools for faster, lower-cost delivery of assistance in crisis situations. Builds on Save the Children's cryptocurrency initiatives since 2013. Allows Bitcoin donors to choose when to convert donations to maximize impact.
• Education Cannot WaitcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 November 2025$650,000 grant awarded to Save the Children, Arup, and World Wildlife Fund to develop standards for environmentally responsible temporary learning spaces in crisis settings. Initiative integrates climate action, engineering, and ecological sustainability to improve safety, inclusivity, and environmental impact of learning spaces during emergencies.
• Bvlgari and Fondazione BvlgaricoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Partnership began in 2009 and strengthened in 2024 with Fondazione Bvlgari involvement. Raised over $120 million globally through sales of Save the Children silver jewelry collection including ring, bracelet, and three pendants. Funds supported over 140 projects in 39 countries, reaching more than 2.4 million children and youth through education, emergency response, poverty reduction, and youth empowerment programs.
• Procter & GamblecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Over two decades of partnership expanding access to clean drinking water. Helped deliver more than 25 billion liters of clean water. Women in Water program spotlighting female impact in water initiatives.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• UNICEF: The UN's child-focused agency and the most direct peer to Save the Children. Both organizations share a global mandate for child rights, health, education, and emergency response, operate in overlapping country footprints, and compete for the same multilateral and individual donor pools.
• World Vision: One of the largest child-focused INGOs with a global child-sponsorship model and operations in 100+ countries. Direct competitor for individual donors, corporate partnerships, and government grants, with overlapping programmatic pillars in health, education, and emergency response.
• Plan International: Child-rights-focused INGO with similar programmatic pillars (education, protection, health) and global footprint. Competes head-to-head for institutional donors and child-sponsorship revenues across Africa, Asia, and Latin America.
• International Rescue Committee (IRC): Major humanitarian INGO specializing in emergency response and post-crisis recovery. Directly comparable in scale, U.S. government funding mix, and emergency-response operating model; competes for the same USAID, FCDO, and ECHO funding pots.
• CARE International: Large humanitarian and development INGO focused on women, girls, and poverty alleviation with similar program pillars and donor base. Overlaps substantially with Save the Children in education, health, and emergency-response work globally.
• Mercy Corps: U.S.-headquartered humanitarian INGO with comparable scale, emergency-response capability, and government-grant funding profile. Direct competitor for USAID and corporate partnerships across conflict and disaster zones.
• ChildFund International: Child-sponsorship-focused INGO with a similar U.S. donor base and overlapping geographic footprint. Directly comparable child-protection, education, and health programming, particularly in Africa and Asia.
• Oxfam America: U.S. arm of Oxfam confederation focused on poverty alleviation and humanitarian response. Overlaps with Save the Children in emergency response, women's and girls' programming, and government-grant funding.
• Compassion International: Faith-based child-sponsorship INGO with one of the largest individual-donor bases in the U.S. nonprofit sector. Directly comparable on child-focused programming and competes for the same monthly-giver segment.

Emerging players

• Children's Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF): Large child-focused philanthropic foundation that is both a peer (in mission) and a collaborator (partnered with Save the Children on the Edge of Life campaign). Represents a newer funding and programmatic model in the child-welfare space with significant influence over grantmaking priorities.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/savethechildren
• Facebookfacebook.com/savethechildren
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/save-the-children-us

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors2 records

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M&A

Investments2 records

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