Your help is urgently needed! Let your members of Congress know that you are deeply concerned about the Administration’s recent decision to stop work on almost all U.S. foreign assistance programs. Secretary of State Rubio issued an exception for lifesaving humanitarian assistance, but that has still not allowed any assistance or funding to move so lifesaving work can continue. This freeze is impacting millions of our sisters and brothers who need access to lifesaving humanitarian, health and development assistance.
The Administration has issued immediate stop work orders on almost all foreign aid as they review State Department and USAID programs. New administrations usually review ongoing programs against their policy goals. However, ceasing almost all lifesaving humanitarian and development assistance during that time will have real impacts for human life and dignity and on U.S. national interests.
CRS’ approach to foreign aid is about partnering with people to help them build better futures, providing the resources and tools they need to overcome challenges and thrive. While we are always there to provide life-saving relief in times of crisis, our goal is to help the people we serve become self-reliant and live with dignity. When societies thrive, they contribute to greater global stability, reduce the risk of conflict, and create safer, more prosperous environments that benefit everyone, including us.
As people of faith, let us stand shoulder to shoulder with our sisters and brothers in need. Tell Congress to engage with the Administration to continue allowing foreign assistance programs to operate during the review process.
By advocating today, your voice can help:
- Soon-to-be mothers access nutrition services.
- Farmers feed their families.
- Children receive critical medications to fight disease.
U.S. foreign aid is not a handout. It has real impact on human life and dignity and advances U.S national interests. It provides lifesaving assistance in emergencies and supports long-term development programs that help families and communities build resilience, reducing the need for humanitarian aid in the future.
Thank you for taking action today! Together, let us continue to work for a world where all people can reach their God-given potential.
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