About us
Founded in 1917, the American Friends Service Committee (AFSC) is a Quaker organization that promotes lasting peace with justice, as a practical expression of faith in action.
Drawing on continuing spiritual insights and working with people of many backgrounds, we nurture the seeds of change and respect for human life that transform social relations and systems.
Read our Mission, Vision, and Values statement.
Our work
Our issues
Learn about AFSC's key areas of work, from peace building to immigrant rights.
Partnering with Quakers
Find out how AFSC supports Friends in working for social change.
Our History
Explore AFSC's century of service, from WWI to the challenges we face today.
Our organization
Staff Leadership
Meet our staff leadership in Philadelphia and around the world.
Annual reports
Read our most recent annual report, with stories of impact around the world.
Board of Directors
A list of AFSC's board members, officers, and executive committee.
Financial information
AFSC spent 77% of all expenses in 2019 on program work. Learn more.
Peace Works stories
Hear from AFSC constituents, volunteers, supporters, and staff, past and present.
Media Center
Staff are available for comment for the media on a wide range of issues.
