U.S. Agency for International Development is a government agency based in Washington, District of Columbia. Established in 1961 by President John F. Kennedy, the agency's mission is to advance broad-based economic growth, democracy, and human progress in developing countries. The agency specializes in disaster response, global health, international development, and minimizing extreme poverty. The assets of the agency are managed by the executive management team.U.S. Agency for International Development's investment portfolio is valued at $37.07 billion as of September 30, 2020, with investments in infrastructure, private equity, and cash.