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WFP welcomes announcement of major U.S. contribution as global hunger reaches record levels | World Food Programme
By World Food Programme at ReliefWeb
· June 17, 2026
· 3 min read
Countries: World, United States of America .S. State Department. This critical funding will support WFP’s life-saving food and nutrition operations to reach more than 38 million of the most vulnerable across at least 37 countries. This generous contribution builds on the already significant US contr
Key takeaway This critical funding will support WFP’s life-saving food and nutrition operations to reach more than 38 million of the most vulnerable across at least 37 countries.
Why this matters
The World Food Programme's announcement of a major US contribution comes at a critical juncture, as global hunger reaches record levels. This funding will support life-saving operations in at least 37 countries, with a focus on disaster readiness and rapid response in regions prone to natural disasters. The contribution will enable the WFP to deliver aid quickly and cost-effectively, leveraging its global logistics and data-driven targeting. Notably, the funding will also support emergency response and nutrition activities in complex humanitarian crises, such as those in Lebanon, Haiti, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. As the number of people struggling with acute hunger is forecasted to increase, this US contribution will be a lifeline for millions of vulnerable individuals. The international community's response to this commitment will be closely watched, as collective action is necessary to stay ahead of hunger and save lives.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 17, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Countries: World, United States of America .S. State Department. This critical funding will support WFP’s life-saving food and nutrition operations to reach more than 38 million of the most vulnerable across at least 37 countries. This generous contribution builds on the already significant US contr
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