How International Nonprofits Spend Money

Spending analysis for international nonprofits: 84% programs, 13% admin, 4% fundraising. Based on 4 organizations.

21Total Orgs
4Report Spending
84%Avg Programs
13%Avg Admin
4%Avg Fundraising
84% Programs
13% Admin
4% Fund

Spending Patterns in International

Among 21 international nonprofits, 4 report detailed spending data. The sector averages 84% on programs, 13% on administration, and 4% on fundraising.

With $39.5M in combined revenue and $43.6M in assets, the international sector represents a significant portion of the charitable landscape. The strong program ratio indicates that organizations in this sector generally prioritize direct service delivery.

Most Efficient International Nonprofits

#OrganizationProgram %RevenueState
1American Friends Of Natal Inc90%$6.2MNY
2American Friends Of Yad Yemin Inc85%$5.3MNY
3Childrens Initiative Inc80%$304KME
4Bushenyi Alliance For Rural Health& Development Inc80%$70KOK
5International Human Benefit Services Inc---$202KNJ
6Twezimbe Africa Inc---$396KKY
7Collaborative To End Human Trafficking---$984KOH
8Grace Foundation---$54KWY
9Leap Global Missions---$1.2MTX
10Sun24 Inc---$161KVT
11Ripples From The Well Inc---$372KKS
12Hope For A Healthier Humanity Foundation Inc---$10.8MNY
13Christian Legal Society---$181KNC
14Friends Of Samaritans Place Inc---$222KTN
15Comedor Santa Maria Ac---$7.6MNY
16Bountiful Grace Corporation---$0KY
17American Friends Of The 2141 Club---$599KFL
18Ten Thousand Villages Richmond Virginia Inc---$303KVA
19Africa College Fund---$646KIA
20Japan America Navy Friendship Association Newport---$0RI
21Pacific Forum International---$3.9MHI

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do international nonprofits spend their money?

On average, 84% goes to programs, 13% to admin, and 4% to fundraising, based on 4 organizations reporting.

What is a good program expense ratio for international organizations?

While the general benchmark is 75%+, program ratios vary by sector. International nonprofits average 84%, which should be evaluated in the context of the specific type of work these organizations do.