humanitarian assistance
U.S. continues humanitarian aid for Africa
The U.S. is rushing humanitarian aid to people across Africa who have been affected by conflict. Learn about this lifesaving support.
Russia leaves U.N. grain deal, threatening world food supply
Learn what officials are saying about the impact of Russia's decision to walk away from the U.N.’s Black Sea Grain Initiative.
How the World Food Programme fights food insecurity
Nearly 840 million people do not have regular access to adequate food around the world. The World Food Programme is tackling the problem.
More Ukrainian grain delivered worldwide via U.N. deal
Over 65% of Ukrainian wheat exported through a U.N. initiative reached developing countries as of March. Learn more about the deal.
UNICEF receives unprecedented backing from the United States
With more than $880 million in contributions in 2021, the U.S. government is UNICEF's largest donor. Learn how else the U.S. supports UNICEF.
U.S. continues humanitarian support for Syria
Syrians face dual crises from natural disasters and conflict. Learn how the U.S. is supporting the relief effort.
U.S. sends aid to Ukraine following destruction of Kakhovka Dam
The U.S. is sending emergency aid to Ukraine after the destruction of a dam displaced thousands. Learn about U.S. support for relief efforts.
U.S. announces additional funding for people of Sudan and neighboring countries
The United States is providing $246 million in humanitarian aid to help the people in Sudan and four neighboring countries.
The importance of the U.N. Black Sea Grain Initiative
Learn about an initiative brokered by Türkiye and the United Nations last July between Ukraine and Russia and why it should continue.