Accountable Development Works strives to set a global standard when it comes to accountability and the efficient use of charitable funds. Our directors and committees know that every dollar counts and should be use in the most efficient way possible. Our donors and beneficiaries want the maximum amount possible to be spent on charitable activities, rather than on advertising or administrative growth here in Canada. Our principle of accountability therefore requires us to devote every dollar we can to our projects overseas.
ADW’s audited statements and official Canada Revenue Agency statistics prove we are putting this principle into action. We invite our donors to visit the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)’s official file on our charity.
The CRA recognizes ADW only spends 2% of total annual funds on management and administration; less than 1% on advertising; and a total of 96% directly on our partners overseas and their activities. For those who claim that significant advertising and administration costs are an essential part of overseas giving, we are proud to provide an example to the contrary.
