When the world is facing a humanitarian crisis such as war, famine, or a natural disaster, the United Nations (U.N.) often steps in to deliver aid. This graph shows the countries that contributed the most money to U.N. humanitarian aid programs in 2023, as of November. Why do you think the United States gives so much more than other nations?
Who’s Pledging to Help?
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Unloading donated food in Ethiopia
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United States $9,252 million; Germany $1,551 million; Japan $686 million; United Kingdom $674 million; Canada $533 million; Norway $441 million; Sweden $422 million; France $416 million
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