Amnesty International is an international membership-based human rights organization. It researches, monitors and publishes information on human rights violations and abuses. It mobilizes public attention and action to rid the world of them. The organization maintains independence from any government, political ideology, economic interest or religion. It does not support or oppose any government or political system, nor does it support or oppose the views of the victims whose rights it seeks to protect. It is concerned solely with the impartial protection of human rights.
Amnesty International has more than 1.8 million members in over 150 countries, over 67,000 in Canada alone. Grassroots financial support is crucial to the achievement of the organization's vision: a world in which every person enjoys all of the human rights enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and other international human rights standards.
Monthly Giving
What's the best way to support Amnesty International's human rights work?
Join the 20,000 donors who make monthly contributions to Amnesty International, providing stable funding for year-round campaigning and allowing Amnesty to respond quickly to situations of grave human rights violations. Simply pre-authorize a monthly deduction from your bank account or credit card. To find out more, click here. To make a donation, click here
Individual Gifts
Become a supporter of universal human rights
One time gifts are gratefully accepted also. Amnesty send you our bi-annual newsletter "The Candle", to keep you informed of our work speaking out in times of international crisis, working to eliminate the practice of torture, protecting those who speak out in defense of human rights, and alerting the world to human rights abuses wherever they occur. To make a donation, click here
Legacy Gifts
Ensure the defense of human rights continues
Through a bequest in your will or another type of legacy gift, you ensure that your values and beliefs live on to benefit future generations. By remembering Amnesty International Canada in your estate planning, you will help build a world where the dignity of every person is respected and protected. To find out more about planned giving, click here
Special Occasion Gifts
Mark life's milestones by remembering life's human rights challenges
Make a donation to further the cause of universal human rights to celebrate a special milestone in the lives of individuals, friends and family members. You can notify your loved one of the gift with an e-card, or ask us to send them a card in the mail. To make a donation, click here
Gift Memberships
Introduce your loved ones to human rights advocacy
A gift of an Amnesty International membership is a gift with meaning. Not only will your gift support important work, your friend or loved one will appreciate your thoughtfulness and benefit from the chance to learn more about human rights. The gift can be made by you alone or by a group of people such as a family or work colleagues. Find out more
Memorial Giving
Light an Amnesty candle of support for human rights
A memorial gift to Amnesty International is a special way to honour the memory of a departed loved one, friend or colleague. The gift may be made by you alone or by a group of people such as family, neighbours or fellow workers. We will notify the bereaved of your gift by sending them a personalized sympathy card. Find out more