Call to Action for U.S. International Assistance

In late January, Congress voted overwhelmingly to approve a final, compromise FY26 National Security and State Department funding bill – the legislation that funds America’s diplomacy, global development, global health, and humanitarian assistance programs.

This bill represents a win for America’s national and economic security – minimizing cuts, protecting critical programs, and reaffirming Congress’s power of the purse.

This bill:

• Rejected proposals that would have dramatically scaled back America's global footprint by half.
• Funded America’s global economic tools to ensure U.S. businesses can compete and win around the world where it advances our interests.
• Supported U.S. allies and partners, including to counter Chinese aggression and Russian malign influence.

While there were real cuts, this bill preserved critical funding for economic, development, humanitarian, and global health programs.

America’s rivals are playing to win, and this bicameral and bipartisan bill keeps America on the field by supporting strategic, cost-effective international assistance and diplomacy that makes America safer, stronger, and more prosperous.

We respectfully ask that you contact your Members of Congress today to thank them for their support of the final FY26 National Security and State Department funding agreement.

• Support for strong U.S. leadership on the global stage is critical. This leadership makes our country safer and secures our economic future.
• When U.S. international affairs resources are spent wisely, effectively, and strategically, the benefits to America are clear – we are better equipped to outcompete rivals such as China, prevent threats from reaching our shores, save lives in countries around the world, and strengthen our own economy.
• America’s rivals are playing to win, and this bill resourced strategic, cost-effective U.S. diplomacy and international assistance tools.
• Your Members of Congress need to hear your appreciation for their support. America’s ability to win in a competitive world depends on strong support from Congress for these efforts.

Mobilize your organization, community, donors and networks to speak out and engage others to oppose further cuts to international assistance.

Join with business and faith leaders, veterans, farmers, NGOs, implementers, and local elected and community leaders from around the country to take action in support of U.S. international assistance.

Together we can urge the Senate to protect U.S. international assistance, global health, and humanitarian programs that save lives and make America #SaferStronger and more prosperous.