About
Action Against Hunger USA is a New York-based humanitarian organization that leads the global movement to end hunger. Summing up its purpose as "Together, we can end hunger. For everyone. For good," it saves lives by preventing, detecting, and treating hunger and addresses root causes including climate change, conflict, inequity, and emergencies. The organization says it helped 26.5 million people last year, with more than 8,500 staff working across 55+ countries.
Mission
The organization states: "Action Against Hunger's mission is to save the lives of children and their families," and describes its work as saving lives by preventing, detecting, and treating hunger.
What they do
Action Against Hunger works across six core solution areas:
- Nutrition and health
- Food security and livelihoods
- Water, sanitation, and hygiene
- Emergency response
- Research and innovation
- Advocacy
History
The organization says it has been working to end hunger "for more than 45 years." Action Against Hunger USA received its IRS 501(c)(3) tax exemption in December 1985, according to ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer.
Scale and impact
Figures published on the organization's website:
- 26.5 million people helped last year
- More than 8,500 staff across 55+ countries in Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East
- More than 95% of staff come from the communities they serve
Financials
According to ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, for fiscal year 2024 Action Against Hunger USA reported total revenue of $160,756,238, total expenses of $160,013,955, and net assets of $14,923,940, with contributions making up 99.5% of revenue. The organization states on its website that 90 cents of every dollar donated goes directly to its field programs, and it reports accreditations including Candid Platinum Transparency, a CharityWatch Top Rated designation, and Better Business Bureau accreditation.
Governance
Action Against Hunger USA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN 13-3327220) led by Chief Executive Officer Dr. Charles E. Owubah. The executive team also includes Eric Bebernitz (Chief Development Officer), Farhan Irshad (Chief Financial Officer), Mare Fort (Chief People and Strategy Officer), Rotimy Djossaya (Chief Impact Officer), and Timothy Staffa (Chief of Staff). A Board of Directors sets the strategic direction of the organization.