Foreign assistance remains terribly misunderstood. Here is key information to help you dispel harmful myths. Simply click on a box to get started:

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Click on any state in this interactive map to learn how U.S. foreign policy makes an impact on jobs, education and partnerships where you live.


Check out this fantastic tool from USGLC to find out about poverty-focused development assistance in your state.

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Foreign aid saves lives. 

Global poverty is at an all-time low, hunger has been cut in half, and safe water is increasingly available. Additionally, fragile nations continue to make progress on social development, economic growth, and good governance—key building blocks to improving lives.

For less than 1% of the overall federal budget, American foreign aid helps communities around the world as they work to end extreme poverty, support the advancement of human rights, promote resilient democratic societies, and spur inclusive economic growth. It represents the highest ideals of who we are as a nation: generous, principled, and free. And, it builds economies, supports peace, and advances American values.

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