PROVIDING HOPE FOR
80+ years
[ Est. 1944 ]
United Ukrainian American Relief Committee (UUARC) is a Philadelphia based 501(c)(3) non-profit with global reach and impact. We have provided food, medicine and supplies to support Ukrainian orphans, elders, and new arrivals in the U.S for 80+ years.
OUR IMPACT
Highlights of our aid to victims of war in Ukraine since 2022.
$29.1 M+
of aid provided since the start of the war
667+
tons of aid supplies shipped
Help Us Reach Our 2026 Donation Goals
Time Left to Give in 2026
IN THE NEWS
“This is going to be ongoing. We’re not stopping because even if the war stopped today, there’s so much damage and so much tragedy. So, we're going to continue.
Motrja Watters
Executive Director, UUARC
CBS Philadelphia · May 28, 2022
Read CBS coverage ↗
80+ Years of Service. A Legacy of Trust.
For more than 80 years, UUARC has been helping Ukrainians through some of the most difficult chapters in their history. Our humanitarian efforts have been featured by major news outlets, including CBS Philadelphia. Watch UUARC Executive Director Motrja Watters speak with CBS News about our relief efforts, the people behind them, and the impact of community support.
Independently Rated.
Publicly Recognized.
Trusted for Generations.
According to Charity Navigator’s evaluation of UUARC’s 2024 IRS Form 990, 98.6% of total expenses were allocated to programs, or nearly 99 cents of every dollar spent went toward charitable programs. This demonstrates our strong focus on delivering humanitarian assistance and commitment to financial accountability, transparency, and responsible stewardship.
Mad Heads Frontman Brings His “Hope Is” (Надія Є) Charity Tour to Support Ukraine and UUARC
Vadym Krasnooky, frontman of Ukrainian rock band Mad Heads, brought his Hope Is (Надія Є) Charity Tour to 13 countries in 2025, performing 55 concerts and raising over $150,000 for Ukraine, supporting UUARC, helping us continue our 80+ years of humanitarian service. Our heartfelt thanks to Vadym, the organizers, and everyone who contributed!
Recent News
Medical Equipment & Supplies | Sept 19, 2026
The Verona Lions Club recently donated its seventh truckload of medical equipment and supplies to the United Ukrainian American Relief Committee (UUARC) for shipment to Ukraine, where these much-needed resources will support hospitals and communities affected by the war. This ongoing partnership demonstrates the power of organizations coming together to make a meaningful difference.
The donation was coordinated by Hospital Loan Closet Chairs John Kosko and George Kozachuk, with support from former Chair Andy Burger, 10 Verona Lions Club members, and UUARC volunteers from the Philadelphia area, including Bohdan Yasinovskyy and Alex Hud.
A heartfelt thank you to the
Verona Lions Club
for their continued generosity and commitment to helping the people of Ukraine. 🇺🇦💙💛
