Partners and sponsors

Corporate Partnerships.

UUARC is a volunteer-run Philadelphia 501(c)(3) that has helped since 1944. We are always looking for corporate partners who can extend our reach with supplies, funds or introductions. If that’s you, get in touch. Learn more about us and how to help below.

Third-party ratings

Independently reviewed.

  • Charity Navigator: share of total expenses to programs 98.6%
  • Charity Navigator: fundraising cost per dollar raised $0.00
  • Charity Navigator: operating reserves 1.03 years
  • USAID LEPP FY2023 report: surplus property accessed (value of goods, not cash) ~$1.88M
  • Registered 501(c)(3), EIN 23-1360863, helping since 1944
  • Public IRS filings ProPublica

Charity Navigator figures are from its evaluation of UUARC’s 2024 Form 990 and may change in later evaluations.

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Recognition

America’s Best Charities

UUARC has been recognized by America’s Best Charities, a non-profit federation that reviews participating charities.

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Our impact

Aid to Ukraine since 2022.

$29.1M+ of aid provided since the start of the war
  • Containers (estimated value) $21,018,512
  • Humanitarian aid $5,909,910
  • Ambulances and transport vehicles $535,000
  • Refugee assistance $450,550
  • EOD suits $90,000
  • Adopt-a-Wounded-Soldier program $55,000
  • Other aid, not itemized $1,085,814

Container value is an estimate. Figures reflect previously reported humanitarian aid and may not include the most recent relief efforts.

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In the news

Covered by local news.

FOX 29 Philadelphia
Video · Aug 27, 2022 Ukrainian Festival celebrates freedom with food, music, folk dancing and shopping
CBS Philadelphia
Article · May 28, 2022 CBS News Philadelphia highlights UUARC’s humanitarian relief efforts

“This is going to be ongoing. We’re not stopping…” Motrja Watters, Executive Director

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CBS Philadelphia
Video · May 28, 2022 United Ukrainian American Relief Committee sends much needed supplies overseas to Ukraine
CBS Philadelphia
Video · May 28, 2022 United Ukrainian American Relief Committee sends shipping containers filled with supplies to Ukraine
NBC10 Philadelphia
Video · Mar 9, 2022 Donations for Ukraine continue to surge
FOX 29 Philadelphia
Video · Mar 8, 2022 Donations for Ukrainians besieged by war overwhelm Northeast Philadelphia relief campaign
FOX 29 Philadelphia
Video · Mar 6, 2022 Local Ukrainian American organizations collecting donations to send to Ukraine
FOX 29 Philadelphia
Video · Mar 1, 2022 Philadelphia non-profit ready to ship truckloads of donations to Ukraine
CBS Philadelphia
Video · Feb 28, 2022 United Ukrainian American Relief Committee ready to ship hundreds of boxes of aid to warzone
How we work together

We accept medical equipment and supplies, hygiene items, baby and children’s items, food, emergency and power items, and bedding.

Businesses, hospitals and community groups can run a donation drive with us. Call and we will help you plan it.

Aid ships to Ukraine in containers, and local programs support children, older adults and new arrivals in Philadelphia.

Make an introduction

Connections make things happen.

One introduction can move a shipment, fill a drive or open a door. If you can connect us with the right person, we will take it from there.

Make an introduction
  • At a big company

    Does your employer want a non-profit partner? Tell us who to talk to in community or corporate giving.

  • Know someone local

    A Philadelphia business, hospital, school or university that could donate goods or run a drive.

  • Know someone at a team

    A contact at a Philadelphia team, such as the Eagles, Flyers, Sixers or Phillies, who could help us tell this story.

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What we need

What we are in need of.

  • Medical equipment

    Wheelchairs, walkers, canes, crutches, hospital beds, patient hoists, shower chairs and portable toilets. Must be clean and working.

  • Medical supplies

    Unexpired medical supplies, first aid and trauma kits, and unexpired multivitamins.

  • Hygiene

    New toiletries, dental care, grooming items, feminine hygiene products, new underwear and socks, and adult incontinence products.

  • Baby and children

    Baby formula, diapers, wipes and unexpired children’s multivitamins.

  • Food

    Unexpired canned goods, protein bars, MREs and other unopened shelf-stable food.

  • Emergency and power

    Solar phone chargers, flashlights and batteries.

  • Bedding

    New blankets, sheets, towels and cots.

  • Paused

    Used clothing and shoes. Collection has been suspended since September 1, 2025. Please call before gathering any.

Full drop-off details
Ways to partner

Three simple ways to help.

Donate goods Drop off at 1206 Cottman Avenue. Call ahead. Run a donation drive Businesses, hospitals and groups. (215) 728-1630. Give financially PayPal, Venmo, card, bank or check.
Fundraising ideas

Plan something that helps.

Looking for a way to rally your team, school or neighborhood? Here are common ways groups raise money and supplies for a charity like ours.

Event Run, walk or 5K

Host a fun run or 5K. Charge a registration fee, add local sponsors and give the proceeds.

Drive Food drive

Collect unexpired, shelf-stable food: canned goods, protein bars and MREs.

Drive Medical and hygiene supply drive

Collect unexpired medical supplies and new hygiene items from our needs list.

Paused Clothing drive

On hold since September 1, 2025. Check with us before you plan one.

Workplace Payroll giving or matching gifts

Run an office giving campaign, and ask your employer whether it matches donations.

Community Restaurant give-back night

Ask a local restaurant to donate a share of one night’s sales.

Event Benefit concert or art sale

Musicians and artists donate their time. Tickets and sales go to the cause.

Online Birthday or milestone fundraiser

Skip the gifts. Ask friends and family to donate and share our giving page.

School School or club drive

Students collect supplies or hold a bake sale and bring in the total.

Before you plan, call or email us so we can confirm what we can accept and when. Please do not collect used clothing or shoes for now.

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Questions

Quick answers.

What can we donate?

Medical equipment and mobility aids, unexpired medical supplies, new hygiene items, baby and children’s items, unexpired non-perishable food, emergency and power items, and new bedding. See the list above.

Do you accept used clothing and shoes?

Not right now. Collection of used clothing and shoes has been paused since September 1, 2025. Please call before gathering any.

Do items need to be new?

Hygiene products and undergarments must be new. Medical supplies, vitamins and food must be unexpired. Equipment must be clean and working.

Where do we drop off?

1206 Cottman Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19111. Please call (215) 728-1630 first to confirm hours and what we can take.

We have a large or oversized donation. Can we just bring it?

Please contact us before you deliver large or oversized items so we can plan for them.

Can our company or hospital run a donation drive?

Yes. Businesses, hospitals and community groups can call (215) 728-1630 to set one up.

Can we give money instead of goods?

Yes. Give by PayPal, Venmo, credit card, bank transfer or check on our Ways of Giving page.

Is our gift tax deductible?

UUARC is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Donations are tax deductible to the extent provided by law. Contact us if you need paperwork for your records.

Where does it all go?

Aid ships to Ukraine in containers, and local programs support children, older adults and new arrivals in Philadelphia. Over the past 20 years UUARC has sent over 70 containers to Ukraine, Kazakhstan and Romania.

Get in touch

Let’s talk about what you can give.

A short call or email is all it takes. We will tell you what we can accept and when.

Email us Donate
Phone (215) 728-1630 Email uuarc@uuarc.org
Drop-off 1206 Cottman Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19111