InterAction

We are saddened by the news of Senator Lindsey Graham’s passing. For decades, Senator Graham was a strong champion for global health, humanitarian assistance, and international development. Through his leadership on the State and Foreign Operations Appropriations Subcommittee and his commitment to understanding the impact of U.S. assistance firsthand, he helped shape policies that saved and improved millions of lives around the world.

A United Voice for Global Change

InterAction welcomes today’s U.S. announcement of additional humanitarian funding through the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, including the addition of three high‑priority countries. Building on the previous tranche, this announcement reflects continued progress at a time of rising humanitarian needs and constrained global resources. “This is a critical and very welcome investment in the life‑saving humanitarian system,” said Tom Hart, President and CEO of InterAction.

WASHINGTON, D.C., April 3, 2026 — InterAction has serious concerns with the President’s FY2027 budget request, which proposes a 30% cut to the State Department and international programs. The proposal includes a 45% reduction in global health funding, a 25% cut to humanitarian assistance, the virtual elimination of Food for Peace, and a near-total withdrawal of U.S. support for the United Nations and other key multilateral institutions.

WASHINGTON, D.C., Jan. 27, 2026 — The Trump Administration’s new Promoting Human Flourishing in U.S. foreign assistance policy, as currently structured, introduces barriers that make it more difficult for organizations to deliver timely lifesaving assistance to the neediest people around the world.

InterAction applauds the hard work of congressional appropriators to finalize the fiscal 2026 National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act. The bill demonstrates a strong bipartisan and bicameral commitment to transparent, effective and lifesaving foreign assistance, and affirms the essential role such assistance plays in U.S. foreign policy and global leadership.

InterAction welcomes the recent $2 billion commitment of the United Staes for international humanitarian response in 17 countries. This is an important and timely action to support crisis-affected communities at a moment of rapidly escalating global needs. This funding represents an early and meaningful contribution toward the $23 billion Global Humanitarian Appeal, aimed at meeting the most urgent needs of 83 million people.

The announced suspension of operational non‑profits in Gaza beginning January 1 risks cutting off lifesaving assistance at a moment of acute humanitarian need. With winter setting in, families seeking basic services and lifesaving assistance will be left even more vulnerable. These service organizations bring charitable gifts from the public, in-kind and financial support from businesses, and donations from a variety of others to support their work in Gaza.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – InterAction released the following statement after the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) report confirmed that famine is occurring in Gaza Governate. “Today’s confirmation of famine in parts of Gaza signals a devastating escalation in a desperate situation. Over half a million children, women, and men face starvation and death from lack of food—a crisis that was completely avoidable and can be lessened only if action is taken immediately.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – InterAction released the following statement on the Senate’s passing of the administration’s rescissions request. “InterAction is disappointed that the Senate passed the Trump administration’s rescissions package that cuts nearly $8.0 billion for foreign assistance. “The administration and their allies in Congress incorrectly presented these rescinded funds as cutting back on waste, fraud, and abuse, codifying previous grant and contract terminations by DOGE.