Until the last couple of years, Russia was a recipient of aid and had a limited role in international development. The same can be said of its nongovernmental organizations and private companies, with most involved in economic development efforts within the country.
We did however find a few organizations that have been engaged in humanitarian relief and donor-funded projects, though mainly in limited capacities. As Russia moves with plans to create its own aid agency, these groups may become more active in the international development sphere.
We’ve compiled the following list of organizations based on our conversations with Russia experts and search of contract award databases of donors such as the World Bank. Please note that this is a rough list and includes groups that may be minor players in international development. So if you know other similar organizations, let us know by leaving your comment below.