The World Bank announced today a $93 billion replenishment
package of the International Development Association (IDA) to help
low-income countries respond to the COVID-19 crisis and build a greener,
more resilient, and inclusive future. The financing brings together $23.5
billion of contributions from 48 high- and middle-income countries with
financing raised in the capital markets, repayments, and the World Bank’s
own contributions.
SAMHSA
is now accepting applications for the first-ever SAMHSA Harm Reduction Grant Program
and expects to issue $30 million in grant awards. This funding,
authorized by the American Rescue Plan, will help increase access
to a range of community harm reduction services and support harm
reduction service providers as they work to help prevent overdose
deaths and reduce health risks often associated with drug use.