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Gates Foundation Commits $1.6B to Save 8 Million Kids

6/26/2025

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In a bold move to combat declining childhood immunization funding, the Gates Foundation has pledged $1.6 billion to Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance. This vital support aims to protect 500 million children and potentially save over 8 million lives by 2030, just ahead of a crucial summit in Belgium seeking to raise $9 billion for Gavi's mission.

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In a bold move to combat declining childhood immunization funding, the Gates Foundation has pledged $1.6 billion to Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance. This vital support aims to protect 500 million children and potentially save over 8 million lives by 2030, just ahead of a crucial summit in Belgium seeking to raise $9 billion for Gavi's mission.