Overview Caritas international

Solidarity Worldwide

The International Department of Caritas Germany – within Germany called "Caritas international" – performs the international relief work of Germany’s largest Catholic welfare organisation.

Relief for People in Need Worldwide

The International Department of Caritas Germany provides disaster relief on a global scale together with a closely knit network of 162 independent national Catholic welfare associations. Mehr

Disasters

Long-Term Disaster Aid

Wherever there are wars, earthquakes, epidemics, floods or storms, Caritas Germany helps people who are affected by these disasters worldwide. We work closely with local Caritas organisations to provide the best relief possible for each situation. Mehr

Principles and Guidelines

The Principles and Guidelines of Our International Work

Caritas gets involved wherever people are faced with hardship and are unable to manage after an emergency or disaster without help from outside. Mehr

Donations

How You May Help

It is your support that enables us to work where people are dependent on the help and solidarity of others. Your trust confirms our belief that our strategy – effective help so others can help themselves – is the right strategy everywhere in the world. Mehr

Facts and Figures

Transparency Creates Trust

Caritas Germany was awarded the German Central Institute for Social Affairs (DZI) seal of approval for donations. In 2017, our administration and publicity costs amounted to 8.3 %. This is ranked as low – the best DZI ranking. Mehr

How we combat fraud and corruption

Corruption is not only a moral problem but also an economic problem. Therefore Caritas Germany has developed these Anticorruption Guidelines with the aim of avoiding and fighting fraud and corruption at all levels within Germany and abroad. Mehr

Children and Vulnerable Adults Safeguarding Policy

Caritas strongly condemns all kinds of abuse and sexual exploitation, especially towards its beneficiaries. All staff members are expected to uphold the dignity of beneficiaries served by Caritas organisations by ensuring that their personal and professional conduct is of the highest standard at all times. Mehr

International Tenders for Goods and Services

Caritas Germany procures most goods and services required for the international relief work directly within the supported region, as this strengthens the local economy and ensures economic offers. International tenders for goods and services can be found here. Please ensure your offer is complete in case you are interested to participate.

Solidarity Worldwide

Relief for People in Need Worldwide

Long-Term Disaster Aid

The Principles and Guidelines of Our International Work

How You May Help

Transparency Creates Trust

How we combat fraud and corruption

Children and Vulnerable Adults Safeguarding Policy

About us

Caritas in Germany

European Work

International Aid

Service