Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance

The Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA) is part of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). It coordinates and provides emergency aid to countries affected by natural disasters such as earthquakes, floods, and hurricanes. Its goal is to save lives, reduce suffering, and support recovery efforts by delivering timely assistance like food, water, medical care, and resources. OFDA also works to strengthen the resilience of communities vulnerable to future crises through preparedness and disaster risk reduction initiatives.