What does the Peace Corps do?
The Peace Corps (PC) is an independent federal agency responsible for sending trained American volunteers abroad to support community-led projects in areas such as education, health, agriculture, and economic development. It also fosters cross-cultural understanding between Americans and the communities they serve. It was established in 1961.
$482M
<0.1%
How much does the Peace Corps spend?
The Peace Corps accounted for <0.1% of all federal spending in FY 2024.
Share of PC net spending compared to the top ten highest spending agencies in FY 2024
The Peace Corps’s federal spending in FY 2024 was higher than in FY 1980.
Yearly federal net spending by PC, adjusted for inflation (2024 dollars), FYs 1980–2024
The Peace Corps’s share of federal spending in FY 2024 was lower than in FY 1980.
Percentage of federal budget dedicated to PC, FYs 1980–2024
How did the Peace Corps spend its budget in 2024?
Federal government net spending isolated to PC, FY 2024
How many people work for the Peace Corps?
The number of federal employees working for the Peace Corps has increased 6.5% since 2010.
Number of federal employees working for PC, September 2010–2024
Who leads the Peace Corps?
The Peace Corps is led by a Director, who is appointed by the president and confirmed by the Senate. The Director typically serves at the president’s discretion and may remain in the role until they resign, are replaced, or a successor is appointed and confirmed.
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