Why invest in the Joint Programme on the Elimination of Female Genital Mutilation?

Ending female genital mutilation by 2030 is within reach, but only with urgent and sustained investment. Achieving this goal requires an estimated $2.1 billion, yet the cost of protecting one girl is just $95 — a small investment with a lifelong impact. This support can help scale up proven interventions, strengthen community-led movements, and drive policy change that protects millions of girls.

Why invest in the Maternal and Newborn Health Fund? Ending preventable maternal deaths by 2030 requires US$116 billion, yet only $12 billion is projected — leaving a $104 billion shortfall that endangers millions of lives. While 61 per cent of countries for which we have data have costed maternal and newborn health plans, only 12 per cent of these plans are fully funded. Investing in maternal and newborn health is not only a moral imperative but also an economic opportunity—every US$1 invested yields over US$8 in returns through improved productivity and reduced healthcare costs.

Why invest in the Humanitarian Thematic Fund? Investing in the Humanitarian Thematic Fund is a direct commitment to protecting the lives, health, and rights of women and girls caught in crises. Fully dedicated to meeting their urgent needs, the HTF delivers fast, flexible support to ensure that essential services reach them where they are — before it’s too late.

The Top 20 Donors 2024 brochure highlights key UNFPA funding trends, including the share and volume of core and non-core contributions, the number of core donors, and donor rankings — covering humanitarian, thematic, and pooled funding for the year.

With the support of our partners, UNFPA was able to expand rights and choices and reach the most vulnerable women, girls and young people across the world.

We extend our sincere gratitude to all our funding partners for their vital support in 2024.