Philippine Development Groups Struggle One Year After USAID Cuts

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•USAID reduced funding to Philippine development groups starting in May 2025.
•Affected groups provide social and economic support to vulnerable populations in the Philippines.
•The funding cuts have limited program implementation and outreach capacity.
•Local communities dependent on these programs have experienced setbacks in development progress.

What Could Happen If...

▸If the Philippine government increases domestic funding for development groups then these organizations could regain capacity to support vulnerable communities, reducing reliance on foreign aid.

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🌍Philippines 🌍United States of America

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🏛Philippine development groups 🏛United States Agency for International Development

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REGIONALSouth China Morning Post - TopA year after USAID cuts, Philippine development groups struggle as anger lingers

One year after the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) reduced its funding to Philippine development groups, these organizations continue to face significant challenges. The funding cuts have hindered their ability to deliver social and economic programs, affecting vulnerable communities across the Philippines. The lingering anger reflects local frustration over reduced foreign aid and its impact on development efforts.