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Sustainable Development Goals
Supporting these 17 goals adopted by United Nations member states helps expand economic opportunity, advance social justice, encourage environmental stewardship, promote good governance, and ensure no one is left behind.
Food Security
Addressing the global hunger crisis caused by COVID-19, climate change, and Russian Federation's war on Ukraine while building resilient and sustainable food systems.
Ukraine Response
Supporting Ukraine in the face of Putin's unprovoked war with humanitarian, development and economic support.
Climate Change
Building a cleaner, more sustainable future while supporting our partner countries coping with the impacts of climate change today.
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Is Your Organization Interested in Competing for USAID Funding? Learn how your organization can prepare to apply for USAID funding opportunities in our three-part blog series on How to Write a USAID Proposal. The blog series covers how to 1) prepare to write a USAID proposal, 2) write your USAID proposal, and 3) develop your cost proposal.