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More than 2,942 people have signed on to our petition to U.S. Congress to preserve vital funding for humanitarian and development programs in the next fiscal year. Will you join them to show strong support for the millions of people who need assistance in the face of conflict and disaster?
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Right now, Congress is making critical decisions about future funding for U.S. humanitarian programs. Tell your representatives they must meet this moment of unprecedented humanitarian need by opposing budget cuts that could be catastrophic for people facing war, hunger, and poverty. Sign on now ▸

— The Mercy Corps team


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From: Mercy Corps <[email protected]>
Date: Thursday, September 14, 2023 at 7:09 PM
Subject: Sign the petition: protect humanitarian aid








Dear friend,

The ripple effects of the war in Ukraine, a global food crisis, extreme weather caused by climate change — the world is experiencing an unprecedented level of need right now.

We need U.S. Congress to meet this crucial moment. Join us in calling on our country’s leaders to ensure humanitarian and development assistance is robustly funded in the next fiscal year.
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Mercy Corps helps drought-affected families throughout the Horn of Africa with emergency food, water, and by increasing long-term production for farmers and pastoralists—like Ifrah Ahmed Abdi, who brings her goat to sell at her local market in Ethiopia.
Roughly 735 million people experienced chronic hunger last year, an increase of 122 million people from 2019. Conflict, persecution, and climate crises forced 108.4 million people from their homes by the end 2022 — 40% were children.

As you read this, the House and Senate are making final decisions about the next fiscal year’s budget. There are harmful proposals on the table that will cut investments in humanitarian aid and development — programs that save lives, help communities withstand climate shocks, grow economic prosperity, and strengthen safety around the world.

We must act now before the fiscal year ends, to ensure Congress preserves robust funding for these programs: Take 2 minutes to show your support by adding your name to our petition today.
Take action by 9/29 ▸
Your support is critical during this time — thank you for helping to make a difference.

Sincerely,

The Mercy Corps team