Save the Children has launched a groundbreaking Bitcoin Fund to transform humanitarian aid delivery, particularly during crises. Developed in partnership with digital asset leader Fortris, the fund allows the organization to hold Bitcoin donations securely for up to four years, enabling faster access to funds when emergencies strike. This initiative is designed to improve the management and deployment of financial resources while maximizing the impact of every contribution.
The fund also provides a platform to experiment with and scale new methods of delivering cash and voucher assistance through Bitcoin, stablecoins, and digital wallets. By doing so, Save the Children aims to get resources directly to families more quickly, transparently, and at lower cost, enhancing both emergency response and long-term development programs globally.
This launch builds on Save the Children’s pioneering work with Bitcoin since 2013, when it became the first international NGO to accept Bitcoin donations. Through initiatives like Hodl Hope, the organization has already raised millions in digital assets to support children in crisis zones including Ukraine, Gaza, and Sudan.
The Bitcoin Fund responds to donor demand for flexibility, allowing contributors to choose when to convert their donations to maximize impact. It also explores the use of community-based Bitcoin tools to enhance financial inclusion and digital literacy for families with limited access to financial services.
By combining over a century of humanitarian experience with innovative blockchain-based solutions, Save the Children aims to turn digital assets into tangible economic empowerment for vulnerable communities. The organization is inviting the global Bitcoin community to contribute and partner in this innovative initiative.
