US Launches $25 Million Effort for Relocated Ukrainian Children

State Dept Press Releases

Published March 26th, 2026

Detected March 27th, 2026

Summary

The Department of State announced a new $25 million assistance program to support the identification, return, and rehabilitation of Ukrainian children forcibly relocated to Russian-controlled territories. This initiative aims to aid their recovery and reintegration into their communities.

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The U.S. Department of State has launched a new $25 million initiative to support Ukrainian children who have been forcibly relocated or transferred to Russian-controlled territories. This program, coordinated with Congress, will fund efforts to identify and track these children, facilitate their return, and provide them with necessary care and rehabilitation services through trusted partners and the Ukrainian government.

While this is a funding announcement and not a direct regulatory mandate for private entities, compliance officers in organizations involved in international aid, humanitarian response, or child welfare may need to be aware of this program for potential partnership opportunities or to understand the U.S. government's focus in the region. The notice of funding opportunity is available on grants.gov, indicating potential for grant applications.

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Review grants.gov for funding opportunities related to the Ukrainian children's rehabilitation program.
Monitor Department of State announcements regarding the implementation of this initiative.

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Home Office of the Spokesperson Press Releases United States Launches New $25 Million Effort to Support the Return and Rehabilitation of Forcibly Relocated Ukrainian Children

United States Launches New $25 Million Effort to Support the Return and Rehabilitation of Forcibly Relocated Ukrainian Children

Media Note

Office of the Spokesperson

March 26, 2026

The Department of State continues to support President Trump’s efforts to bring about durable peace and prosperity in Ukraine through new assistance programming to aid the return of Ukrainian children forcibly relocated to Russian-controlled territories.

In coordination with Congress, the Department of State is providing $25 million in new assistance to support the identification, return, and rehabilitation of Ukrainian children and youth who have been forcibly transferred or otherwise held away from their families and communities.

U.S. funding will support two primary types of programs. First, it will assist reliable partners to identify and track children that have been forcibly transferred away from their home, an essential step in supporting diplomatic and other efforts to facilitate their return. Second, it will support the Ukrainian government and trusted local partners to provide returned children with the care and support they need to recover and rebuild their lives.

President Trump has made clear that tragic bloodshed in Ukraine must stop, and his Administration remains fully committed to securing a lasting peace. Dozens of U.S. funded assistance programs continue to provide critical life-saving assistance for civilians affected by the violence — including these children, who are among the most vulnerable victims of this brutal and senseless war, which never would have started had President Trump been in office.

The public notice of funding opportunity is available on grants.gov.