World Food Program USA Embraces Bitcoin and Dogecoin Donations Following Funding Reductions

The World Food Program USA is currently accepting donations in over 80 cryptocurrencies. This includes major currencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and USDC, as well as options like ApeCoin, BONK, and Dogecoin.

This initiative is part of WFP USA’s broader goal to raise $25 million for the Emergency Hunger Relief Fund, which aims to address gaps in programs that provide long-term support to 58 million individuals facing starvation.

Founded in 1995, this nonprofit has strong ties to the UN Food Programme but operates as an autonomous entity.

The call for new donations follows the Trump administration’s withdrawal of funding for critical UN food aid programs in 14 destitute nations, including Afghanistan, Syria, and Yemen.

WFP officials have prompted the White House to reassess this decision, cautioning that it “could result in a death sentence for millions.”

According to WFP USA’s chief philanthropy and partnerships officer Dorota Amin, the organization is aiming to modernize, emphasizing that “traditional aid systems are under tremendous strain. Adopting innovative technologies like blockchain and cryptocurrency isn’t merely an option—it’s imperative.”

She highlighted that decreasing global humanitarian budgets coincide with escalating hunger crises, and by embracing crypto donations, the organization is “engaging a growing community of individuals committed to enacting change.”

WFP USA has also mentioned that there are advantages for cryptocurrency donors.

With lower transaction fees, a larger portion of contributions will directly support aid efforts, and the speed of blockchain technology allows for funds to be processed in mere minutes instead of days. Additionally, donations are tax-deductible, enabling investors to counterbalance capital gains.

The broader UN World Food Programme has long utilized blockchain through its Building Blocks initiative, which provides assistance directly to refugees using digital wallets. Officials state this reduces transaction costs by as much as 98%, minimizes fraud, and eliminates reliance on local banks.

On Wednesday, the White House announced plans to restore some funding for the UN World Food Programme, as reported by Reuters, though it intends for the organization to adjust some of its initiatives in particular countries.

Edited by Stacy Elliott.