In June 2015, the  Antifa International  collective launched  The International Anti-Fascist Defence Fund as a standing fund to provide immediate support to anti-fascists and anti-racists anywhere in the world, whenever they found themselves in a difficult situation as a result of their stand against hate.

Modelled on the defence fund run by the Anti-Racist Action Network in the late 1990s/early 2000s,  The International Anti-Fascist Defence Fund  accepts proposals for support from anyone.  Decisions are made by a crew of individuals and groups who have donated more than $20U.S./€20/£15. Those decisions are arrived at by consensus whenever possible and by a simple majority vote in situations where consensus is not forthcoming.   The Fund publishes quarterly and annual reports on its activities here.

The International Anti-Fascist Defence Fund has been endorsed by  The Torch Anti-Fascist Network  in the U.S.;  Föreningen Fånggruppen  in Sweden; and the    Anti-Fascist Network  in the UK.     The Fund  now has a proven track record, having donated thousands of dollars to help out  over three hundred anti-fascists and anti-racists   in eighteen different countries, helping with things like  hospital bills,  medical expenses,  repairs to arson-damaged property,  legal defence bills,  court fines,  help for families, and  support for prisoners.     Read our latest annual report here!

Contributing to  The International Anti-Fascist Defence Fund is an excellent way to demonstrate real solidarity with anti-fascists and anti-racists around the world when it matters the most.  Please donate what you can today and please share this campaign with your friends!