The Human Rights Foundation (HRF) is a nonpartisan organization devoted to defending human rights globally, with an expertise in the Americas. Grounding our work in a deep commitment to individual liberty, we aim to raise awareness about both the nature of freedom and the vulnerability of freedom around the world.

• We recognize the inalienable rights that protect the individual from arbitrary state and legal actions.
• We believe that all nations must acknowledge and protect the freedom of their citizens.
• We stand for the possibility of fully democratic states, limited by the rule of law, that honor and uphold individual rights.

HRF is committed to maintaining consistency, equitability, and accountability with regards to the human rights cases we choose to undertake. We pledge the fullest possible transparency in all of our decisions, methods, and principles.

The Human Rights Foundation was incorporated in 2005, and opened its offices in New York in August of 2006. Our International Council brings together a dynamic, experienced, and committed group of global leaders in the struggle for human freedom and individual dignity.

HRF’s funding

We operate thanks to the generosity of individuals, foundations, and corporations. If you wish to find out how you can support HRF, please click here or contact Sarah Wasserman at (212) 246.8486. In keeping with our policy of disclosure and transparency, we publish our audit as soon as it becomes available.

Any donation or grant accepted by HRF is done with a categorical understanding that the foundation is free to research and investigate regardless of where such investigations may lead or what conclusions HRF may reach. We encourage funding from anyone who cares about human freedom. This does not mean HRF endorses the views or opinions of its donors. In plain language: We are grateful, privileged, and proud that we receive support, as this ultimately means that our mission is being endorsed. This does not, however, mean we agree the views of those who support us.

Likewise, some donors on this list may ultimately disagree with the decisions and public statements of HRF. Their inclusion on this list in no way implies that they agree with all of HRF's positions or activities.

We choose to publish the names of our donors in order to live up to our commitment to transparency. However, we also respect any request from a donor who wishes to remain private and will not publish those names.

We request that those reviewing this list do not use it for the purposes of soliciting for donations.

We are blessed to have the trust of our donors and always aim to be worthy stewards of their generous gifts.