Direct Relief Reviews

3.9

76% would recommend to a friend

(23 total reviews)

Thomas Tighe

77% approve of CEO

75% positive business outlook

Direct Relief has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 23 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Direct Relief employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Non-profit and NGO industry (3.7 stars).

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23 reviews
3.0
Jan 6, 2026

Admirable work. Cliquey office culture.

Anonymous employee
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Pros

Incredible work with tremendous impact on communities around the world. Reputation to the public is well earned as a top nonprofit in the nation. Great benefits and perks for a nonprofit. A lot of hiring lately which is a good sign for growth.

Cons

Cliquey environment in the office with employees that have been there a long time. Creates discomfort and tension for others to learn or ask questions and feel welcomed. Hierarchy is strongly followed across the org so communication can feel stalled sometimes. Micro aggression training would be good for some employees. Good perks, but pay still far too low for the area. If you’re single, it’s hard imagining surviving in SB county on the salary/hourly pay offered. Little to no flexibility for hybrid or remote work.

2.0
Apr 2, 2024

Great Cause, Toxic Work Environment

Anonymous employee
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Pros

Good way to help out the community.

Cons

Managers can be toxic and will overwork you but not pay you what you deserve,

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Glassdoor has 27 Direct Relief reviews submitted anonymously by Direct Relief employees. Read employee reviews and ratings on Glassdoor to decide if Direct Relief is right for you.