WFP USA Opens Doors to Over 80 Crypto Donations

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Crypto for a Cause: WFP USA Opens Doors to Over 80 Crypto Donations

Written by Aaron S.,

Editor-In-Chief

Last Updated: April 10, 2025

Key Takeaways

The World Food Program USA now takes more than 80 cryptocurrencies to support its $25 million hunger relief goal;
Crypto donations offer faster transfers, lower fees, and potential tax breaks for supporters;
The decision follows US funding cuts to UN food aid in 14 countries, which leaves millions at greater risk.

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Crypto for a Cause: WFP USA Opens Doors to Over 80 Crypto Donations

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The World Food Program USA, a nonprofit closely connected to the UN World Food Programme but operating independently, has begun accepting donations in over 80 cryptocurrencies.

This includes cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin BTC $92,472.74 , Ethereum ETH $3,310.45 , and USDC USDC $0.9998 , along with tokens such as Dogecoin DOGE $0.1473 , BONK BONK $0.00000985 , and ApeCoin APE $0.2403 .

This decision supports the organization’s goal of raising $25 million for its Emergency Hunger Relief Fund. The fund helps provide ongoing food support to 58 million people facing serious hunger.

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Meanwhile, the decision to accept crypto is due to the previous US administration ending funding for UN food assistance in 14 countries, including Afghanistan, Syria, and Yemen. UN officials have since warned that this loss of support could put millions of lives at risk.

Dorota Amin, who oversees partnerships and fundraising, stated that traditional systems are under pressure and new tools like blockchain and cryptocurrency are now essential.

She added that as needs grow and budgets tighten, crypto donations open the door to a group of people who want to make a difference.

There are also advantages for those donating. Cryptocurrency payments usually come with lower fees, faster delivery of funds, and potential tax deductions. This allows a larger share of each donation to go directly to those in need, with money arriving in minutes instead of days.

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