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While Swiss politicians slash development aid budgets, new surveys reveal the public overwhelmingly supports maintaining or increasing funding to fight global poverty. The data shows Switzerland's humanitarian values remain strong even in uncertain times.
The United States just committed an additional $1.8 billion to help victims of disasters and famine worldwide through UN programs. This brings America's total humanitarian pledge to $3.8 billion, reaching vulnerable people across 21 countries.
When foreign aid was slashed overnight in 2025, everyday donors stepped up and raised $24 million to fight extreme poverty. Their contributions reached 20 million people worldwide through the most effective charities.
When U.S. aid cuts ended his $50 monthly salary, Harerimana Ismail kept showing up to help HIV-positive children in Uganda. His dedication, and that of others like him, helped prevent a predicted collapse in global HIV treatment.