About CRY America
CRY America, an NGO in the USA, stands as a powerful advocate for underprivileged children, addressing their rights, education, healthcare, and overall development. Being an NGO for children, our focus lies in promoting child rights and extending crucial support. Through strategic partnerships, impactful campaigns, and effective grassroots projects, we, as a leading non-profit organization, strive to empower every child. Our goal is to ensure they have access to a nurturing environment with ample opportunities to thrive.
CRY America believes that every child deserves a happy, healthy and creative childhood.
We work tirelessly to ensure that underprivileged children complete their education, get proper nutrition, have access to quality healthcare and stay protected from child labour and child marriage.
Since 2004, we have impacted the lives of over 800,000 children and, with your support, aim to create brighter futures for many more!
Our Impact
There is nothing more precious than a child’s smile. Since 2004, CRY America has helped create more than 800,000 happy childhoods thanks to supporters like YOU!
860,931
Children impacted overall
365,581
Children 6-18 years in schools
243,546
0-1 years children fully immunized
1,851
Govt. schools approved or strengthened
2,691
Villages freed from child labor
4,531
Children's Collectives formed/strengthened
215,728
Children mainstreamed into schools
5,434
Rescued children (labor or trafficked) mainstreamed in formal education
Our Impact
There is nothing more precious than a child’s smile. Since 2004, CRY America has helped create more than 800,000 happy childhoods thanks to supporters like YOU!
860,931
365,581
243,546
1,851
2,691
4,531
215,728
5,434
Our Focus Areas
Education
Education
Ensuring that children go to school and complete their education Know More
Health & Nutrition
Health &
Nutrition
Increasing access to proper nutrition and quality healthcare Know More
Safety & Protection
Safety &
Protection
Addressing issues like child labor, child marriage and child trafficking Know More
CHILD PARTICIPATION
CHILD
PARTICIPATION
Creating an environment where children's voices are heard and considered Know More
Our Approach
We address children’s critical needs by working with multiple stakeholders, including the children themselves, to bring about lasting change.
Gather Media Support
Mobilize Donor
Support
Engage Volunteers
Inspire
Collective Action
Create Awareness
Partner With
Local Nonprofits
Identify The Problem
Donor Voices
Yogita Manghnani, Seattle Volunteer: Child marriage takes away a girl’s right to a happy childhood. It forces her to give up her education & family to take on the role of a wife at a very young age. The girl child may not be ready to handle pregnancies, leading to complications for both the mom and baby. She deserves to enjoy her childhood, play and go to school just like a male child; contribute to the family and society at her own terms; choose to marry when she is physically and emotionally ready to build her own family.
I got the inspiration to join CRY from my Dad. His deeds inspired me to give back to the society which led me to volunteer with CRY America, that has made a great impact by providing the basic needs to underprivileged children. I am privileged to be associated with CRY and to help raise funds for its noble cause gives me a great sense of achievement. It is the smiles on the faces of these children that keeps me going and inspires me to continue serving them through CRY.
“Children should have a busy life – playing with friends, eating healthy food, studying, growing themselves creatively and intellectually and showered with love. Instead, when children are asked to earn a living for themselves and their families, they’re robbed of their basic human rights. We feel that for the cost of a birthday party a year, you could change the future of a child. Then why not?”
“CRY is a one of a kind NGO that embraces a holistic approach providing health, education, and nutrition to ensure a safer and better future for children in India. We are touched by the breadth and level of commitment of its volunteers, donors and partners. It is an honor to serve with CRY in our own little way.”
“Educating a child has a profound ripple effect. Not only will it improve a child’s life but that of its family, community and country leading to the overall enrichment of mankind.”
“What makes CRY America special is the drive and the genuineness of the volunteer team, year after year. By adopting projects themselves, some of these volunteers have put their money where their mouth is. Thank you CRY America for making giving so easy and impactful.”
Donate ToMake A Difference
Your smallest contribution makes a big difference to children’s lives. We count on the generosity of people like you to be able to create real change for underprivileged children!
CRY America is a 501c3 exempt organization and all donations are tax deductible.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does CRY America do as a non-profit organization for children?
CRY America is a non-profit organization dedicated to ensuring underserved children’s rights to education, healthcare, and protection. It works to keep children in school, promotes girls’ education, improves nutrition and healthcare access, and protects vulnerable children from child labor and child marriage. Through partnerships with grassroots organizations in India, CRY America empowers communities to create lasting change.
How is CRY America different from other NGOs for children?
CRY America stands out from other NGOs for children because it goes beyond offering temporary relief. It works to address the root causes of poverty, lack of education that make children vulnerable to child labor and early marriage, and poor nutrition. Through these efforts, it creates ripples of change that spread and last. It empowers children to become advocates of change rather than mere beneficiaries, giving them the voice, confidence, and opportunity to shape a brighter future for themselves and their communities.
How can I support CRY America’s work for underprivileged children?
You can support CRY America’s underserved children in several ways. Make a one-time contribution to help immediately, or choose a monthly donation to provide consistent support. You can also support a specific project to create a bigger impact. Every contribution helps empower children and improve their lives, giving them hope, opportunity, and a brighter future.
Are donations to CRY America tax-deductible?
CRY America is a 501c3 tax-exempt organization and all donations made to CRY America are tax-deductible. Please note that these tax exemption receipts apply only to U.S. residents and cannot be used for tax deductions outside the United States.
Awards & Recognitions
Top 100 Nonprofits In The World – Recognized By The Elders (Founded by Nelson Mandela)
Recognized With The GuideStar Platinum Seal of Transparency
India Philanthropy Alliance Affiliates since
New York State Assembly- Honoring Child Rights and You America.
