The head of an international Catholic organization said of the U.S. foreign assistance cuts: “Ending a program that provides a child's only meal is deeply troubling and goes against our values as a nation and as people of faith. We have a moral responsibility to ensure vulnerable children have access to the nourishment they need to learn, grow and build a better future.”

Date: 5/25

Region: Global

Country: Global

Topic: Food & Farming

Policy Lens: Moral Leadership

Entry Type: Field Observation

Additional Context: This quote was mentioned in reference to the 11 out of 13 programs under the McGovern-Dole Food for Education school feeding programs that were terminated in May 2025. CRS has implemented programs under the Food for Education effort for decades. According to CRS, these programs also contribute to the U.S. economy by utilizing in-kind food aid, benefiting American farmers, port workers, mariners and others.

This quote is attributed to Sean Callahan, CRS’ President and CEO.

Source: CRS