The United States has announced more than $1 billion in humanitarian and disaster response funding for UNICEF and the World Food Programme (WFP). The package includes more than $218 million for UNICEF and over $800 million for WFP, supporting life-saving assistance in more than 40 countries affected by humanitarian crises.

The United States said the funding will help advance reforms within the United Nations humanitarian system. The funding shows that the United States wants UNICEF and WFP to work in a faster and clearer way. Officials say this can promote greater efficiency, transparency, and accountability.

Also, the funding will support multi-sectoral assistance in ongoing crises, allowing UNICEF and WFP to provide food, nutrition, healthcare, child protection, logistics, water, and sanitation services.

The investment will also strengthen rapid response to disasters and shocks. OCHA has shown an ability to deliver humanitarian aid quickly, distributing 88% of available funding within four months and achieving a record seven-day average disbursement time. Its tracking system allows real-time monitoring of funding and results, improving transparency and efficiency.

The new U.S. funding will help UNICEF and WFP respond faster to disasters and humanitarian crises by allowing them to pre-position supplies, maintain staff, and deliver assistance without lengthy delays.

The United States said the funding reflects its commitment to supporting people affected by conflict, disasters, and displacement, while helping humanitarian organizations respond more efficiently to growing global needs