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Where your money goes

Responsible, transparent financial management is a hallmark of Unbound. We ensure contributions work hard to meet sponsored friends’ needs, resulting in top ratings from independent charity evaluators.

In 2023, 90.2% of Unbound's expenses went toward program support, with more than $114 million in direct assistance to our programs around the world.

We’re committed to keeping our costs low to send the maximum amount of support where it’s needed most. Our sponsored friends, and our sponsors, deserve that.

 

90.2%

program support

4.5% administration

5.3% fundraising

Source: 2023 Financial Statements

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Set up your account and make your first contribution. We’ll share the exciting news with your new sponsored friend.

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NEWS & STORIES

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    An elder and his Indigenous community are preserving the art of Mayan mat weaving using tule reeds, while also helping sustain a healthy ecosystem for one of Central America’s most beautiful lakes.
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