Concern America is an international development and refugee aid organization that provides long-term, community-based development and support to economically impoverished communities throughout the world.  What distinguishes the work of Concern America is its belief that the transformation of impoverished communities comes from engaging local members in the solutions to their problems.  Concern America does this by training community members in health, education, construction, and income-generation, so that the villagers themselves become the health care providers, educators, well-diggers, cooperative members, etc. 

Since its establishment in 1972, Concern America has worked in fifteen countries on three continents, making a measurable difference in the lives of more than two million people in thousands of communities.  In this country, Concern America infuses a global perspective into social justice education, health, and fair-trade programs.  Concern America is based in Santa Ana, California, and has recently opened a Branch Office in Chicago.

EVENTS
• Concern America is turning 35! Stay tuned for information about our 35th anniversary celebrations that will take place in Santa Ana, California, northern California, and Chicago! • Interested in a Concern America retreat experience in Ballyvaughan, Ireland , or educational experience in Chiapas, Mexico? • A heartfelt thanks to all walkers, dancers, and supporters! On March 15, 2008, Concern America held its 11th Annual Walk Out of Poverty in Orange County, California, and 1st Annual Dance Out of Poverty in Chicago, Illinois. The Walk welcomed 663 walkers and has raised to date more than $52,600; the Dance saw 75 dancers and to date has raised $4,000! Click on the above links for pictures of each event.
DOWNLOADS
• Concern America's most recent Annual Report • Concern America's Board of Directors • Concern America Staff members • Mission/Vision Statement of Concern America • Powerpoint presentations: - Concern America (4.7 mb) - Colombia (4.7 mb) - Mexico (1.2 mb) - Mozambique (1.3 mb)