Human Rights Relief Foundation

Board Interlocks (1 shared directors)

Giving Philosophy

The foundation approaches giving by focusing on education, direct assistance, and advocacy to uphold the principles of the United Nations' Universal Declaration of Human Rights. They believe in empowering individuals and organizations involved in human rights work and fostering civil society movements. Their theory of change involves a multi-pronged approach of fundraising, public education, direct moral and financial aid, technical support, lobbying, and supporting aligned projects to create sustained impact for human rights.

Tips for Applicants

Applicants should clearly demonstrate how their proposed project aligns with the foundation's objectives of advancing and promoting universal human rights values, particularly those espoused in the United Nations’ Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The foundation supports educational programs, direct assistance to victims of human rights violations, and financial/technical support for human rights defenders and organisations, with a focus on global impact, including activities in countries like Vietnam.

Programs & Opportunities (1)

Notable Grants

• Supported more than 13,000 victims of environmental disaster caused by Formosa Plastics Corporation in Vietnam.
• Provided financial support and moral recognition through awards to help writers, musicians, and journalists exercise freedom of expression in repressive societies like Vietnam.

Financial History (7 years)