WASHINGTON, D.C., March 11, 2025 – This morning, Christian leaders representing international aid implementers, advocacy organizations, and their allies held “A Prayer Vigil for Foreign Aid.”
During the vigil, hosted by Bread for the World and the Accord Network, the Christian leaders and aid supporters joined together to pray for and urge the administration and members of Congress to protect lifesaving aid and heed God’s call to meet the needs of those who are hungry, thirsty, and require medical care.
“As Christians, we are called on by God to care for our neighbors, be they next door or an ocean away. Our concern for our neighbors experiencing famine, poverty, and instability puts this calling into action – just as we have been blessed, so should we bless others,” said Rev. Eugene Cho, president and CEO of Bread for the World.
Without lifesaving aid, tens of millions of people would be left without access to clean water, sanitation, nutrition assistance, and medicine. Millions of people, especially children, could be at risk of harm or death unless these programs are protected.
For just a small percentage of the federal budget (well under 1 percent), lifesaving aid has an outsized impact. These strategic investments not only save and improve the lives of tens of millions of people every year, they also make our country stronger, safer, and more prosperous.
“Lifesaving aid programs not only improve the lives of tens if not hundreds of millions of people worldwide – particularly women and children – they secure America’s standing as a moral leader and trusted partner and help to keep America safe,” said Cho. “We urge the administration and Congress to protect lifesaving aid.”
“Truly I tell you, just as you did it to one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did it to me.” Matthew 25:40.
