Don’t Panic About the “$0” Line Items
Understanding the FY 2026 President’s Budget Request—and Why Your Grant May Still Be Safe
When the White House finally released its FY 2026 President’s Budget Request (PBUD) on May 30, 2025, hundreds of grant programs appeared at “$0.” Understandably, communities, nonprofits, and local governments panicked:
Does a zeroed‑out request mean our vital funding disappears next year?
Short answer: No. The President’s request is the opening bid in a long, highly negotiable appropriations process—not the final word. Below, we unpack what the PBUD really is, why Congress routinely reverses proposed cuts, and how you can position your projects for success.¹
1. What Exactly Is the President’s Budget Request?
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Myth |
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A PBUD line item is binding. |
It’s a recommendation. Congress—the branch that controls federal spending—can (and often does) ignore, reduce, or expand any figure. |
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A “$0” request eliminates the program. |
It’s a negotiating tactic. Con ... |
New Horizons for Children Secures $18,000 Grant to Save Children's Lives in Ukraine
In a world where countless children are facing unimaginable challenges, one organization is stepping up to make a difference. New Horizons for Children (NHFC), a nonprofit dedicated to transforming the lives of orphaned and vulnerable children globally, recently achieved a groundbreaking milestone. With support from Foundation 25:40, NHFC secured an $18,000 grant to fund its critical Evacuation and Support Program in Ukraine—an effort to protect and care for children displaced by war.
For NHFC, the mission is clear: safeguard children from neglect, trafficking, and forced displacement while providing them with hope and healing. Through its Evacuation and Support Program, the organization has successfully relocated over 5,000 children from dangerous conflict zones and continues to provide care for 1,200 children in Safe Haven locations in Western Ukraine.
The Urgency of the Mission
The need is dire. Before the war, over 105,000 children lived in Ukraine’s orphanages, with many abando...