The phrase "assistance is given" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used in contexts where you want to indicate that help or support is provided to someone.
Example: "In this program, assistance is given to all participants to ensure they succeed in their tasks."
Alternatives: "help is provided" or "support is offered."
Given the fluid political situation, concerns have been raised that humanitarian assistance is given on an impartial basis.
"I don't know when they will stop coming to Ethiopia unless some great assistance is given in South Sudan".
"If assistance is given to us, there is no doubt that we can defeat the Taliban and also catch bin Laden," he said.
Food shortages are expected to peak between October, when supplies will run lowest, and March, when the next harvest is due, so the number of people in extreme need is expected to rise significantly if insufficient assistance is given.
Already, far more economic assistance is given to Africa in the form of food aid than in funds for agricultural research and development, a trend that could continue if the public debate over organic versus industrial agriculture and genetic engineering grows more contentious.
"All our advice and assistance is given in accordance with applicable local, European and international tax laws and agreements and is guided by the PwC Global Tax Code of Conduct which has been in place since 2005," the firm told the BBC.
"He asked that every possible assistance be given to any British people caught up in the disaster".
And who knows what other tax breaks and financial assistance are given to the various companies that support automotive and air transportation.
Generous financial assistance was given by the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund in the form of loans for specific development projects, including electricity supply, port development, and sewerage systems.
