Funding Suspended for Fe y Alegría Projects
Our Global Community
Our Global Community
Funding Suspended for Fe y Alegría Projects
The Impact on Fe y Alegría
“Our primary funding has always been local, as national governments should be responsible for and guarantors of educational systems. However, we also believe that in areas of extreme vulnerability, the international community has a responsibility to protect and ensure essential rights such as education, health, and a healthy environment. These global public goods transcend borders and are the responsibility of all humanity.”
Excerpt from a letter from
Fr. Dani Villanueva, S.J.,
General Coordinator of Fe y Alegría International
In Solidarity with our Partners
How you can help right now.
In response to the suspension of foreign aid, we reaffirm our commitment to the Ignatian values that guide our mission. Values which compel us to stand in solidarity with those most in need, to uphold the inherent dignity of every person, and to advocate for the protection of human rights across all spheres.
We are working with network partners to advocate for the restoration of the international affairs budget. In the interim, though, we need your support. Please consider supporting our efforts in two ways:
Donate
Every Dollar Counts
Advocate
Send an email to the Department of State calling for the restoration of the international affairs budget.
We Choose Steadfast Hope
The suspension of U.S. foreign aid has already led to significant uncertainty for our partners in Latin America, Africa, and Asia. It is also a difficult moment for our organization and so many other wonderful non-profit organizations who are working with poor and marginalized communities around the world.
In times like these, the Gospel message of hope and faith in the Lord is all the more important. We are reminded of Jesus’ call to serve those most in need and the promise that our acts of generosity will return in abundance:
‘Give, and gifts will be given to you; a good measure, packed together, shaken down, and overflowing, will be poured into your lap. For the measure with which you measure will in return be measured out to you.’ – Luke 6:38
Together we remain committed to accompanying and supporting our partners. We remain united in faith and inspired by our love for one another. We are confident that good will and a desire to build a brighter future will inspire generosity and solidarity to continue this essential work.
Other Ways Donate
Aid for Jesuit Works Abroad
Donate Stock
You can help us respond to this unprecedented moment by donating stocks to American Jesuits International! Giving appreciated stock or securities is an especially impactful way to support our mission and out partners. Email us at development@WeAreAJI.org for our investment account information, and we’ll guide you through the process of making your gift.
Donate from your IRA
Donors aged 70 ½ or older can give directly from an IRA, contributing up to $100,000 directly to a charity. This qualified charitable donation exempts you from taxes and can fulfill all or part of your required minimum distribution for the tax year. From your individual retirement account or retirement plan, a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) can be donated using our EIN: 30-0341787
Bequests and Legacy Gifts
The Jesuits have been working on the margins for nearly 500 years. By including American Jesuits International in your estate plans, you ensure a lasting contribution to our mission which will contribute to the ongoing work of the Jesuits for years to come. Plan your legacy today and make a lasting difference in the world. For more information on creating a meaningful legacy, contact our development team at development@WeAreAJI.org.
"Reevaluating and Realigning United States Foreign Aid"
Executive Order - January 20, 2025
The U.S. government announced an executive order last week titled “Reevaluating and Realigning United States Foreign Aid.” The directive mandates an immediate pause on new foreign aid spending and a stop-work order on existing grants and contracts for at least 90 days. While the order is aimed at reassessing the strategies and allocations for the distribution of U.S. foreign aid, the suspension of projects currently underway is already causing significant disruption to services provided by our Jesuit partners.
We have received confirmation that member organizations of our strategic partner, the International Federation of Fe y Alegría, had their U.S.-government-funded programs suspended as of last Friday. Programs like these help kids stay in school around the world, they keep food on the table for some of the poorest families, and they provide essential medical attention to those in need.
“These cuts aren’t just numbers—they represent lives in limbo: children missing school, families losing income, and communities without access to vital care. This is the reality our partners are facing right now, and they need our support more than ever.“
Nate Radomski, Executive Director of American Jesuits International.
A letter to our community of solidarity – January 28th, 2024
Stories of Impact
Suzanne – United States
“Sometimes when you see it in front of your own eyes, it takes on a different approach and you feel it in your heart." Witnessing the work of Fe y Alegría first hand had a real impact on Suzanne Krudys.
Jorge – Argentina
From poetry to soccer, nothing is out of reach for Jorge. Inclusive education programs at Fe y Alegría are opening doors despite his visual impairment.
Mariela – Venezuela
Investing in new sewing machines gives students at the San Javier del Valle vocational school the “right tool for the job” and the opportunity to gain hands-on experience.
Leocadia – Cuba
Through the SIEMBRA and COMPARTE agricultural network, the Loyola Centers in Cuba are giving small farmers like Leocadia new opportunities for economic stability.
Samantha – Malawi
Counseling services at the Loyola Jesuit Secondary School in Malawi are giving students like Samantha a safe space to feel listened to and accompanied.
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