A fact for you this International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week 👉 1 in 3 children globally still has unsafe levels of lead in their blood, putting their health, learning and potential at risk. UNICEF and partners like Open Philanthropy are addressing this solvable challenge and building a lead-free future. From toys and spices to household paint, lead continues to contaminate everyday environments, causing irreversible damage to children’s health and development. Through the Partnership for a Lead-Free Future, governments and partners like UNICEF and Open Philanthropy are joining together to prioritize ending childhood lead poisoning. We know from the global phase-out of leaded petrol and inspiring new laws to limit lead in paint, that we can come together to protect children in their homes, schools and playgrounds. UNICEF is on the ground, working with communities and governments around the globe to assess the most affected areas, shape policies and make progress. Together with our partners, we remain committed to ending childhood lead poisoning by 2040 — so every child can grow up healthy and safe, and fulfill their potential.
UNICEF USA
Non-profit Organizations
New York, New York 55,303 followers
We advocate for UNICEF’s work worldwide to ensure every child is healthy, educated, protected and respected.
About us
For eight decades, UNICEF USA has partnered with American corporations, faith-based and civil society organizations, individuals, philanthropic foundations and government agencies to deliver critical nutrition, health, education and lifesaving humanitarian aid for children. UNICEF USA works alongside the American people and the U.S. government to invest in programs that make life better for children. In 2023, UNICEF USA raised more than $850 million in contributions from hundreds of thousands of individual and corporate donors from across America, in addition to the U.S. government’s voluntary contribution to UNICEF. Domestic and international research has found that a $1 investment in children and their well-being yields a tenfold return to society. UNICEF USA supports UNICEF’s status as the world’s leading voice for children. We advocate for policies that improve outcomes for children globally while making America safer, stronger and more prosperous. In fact, in 2024 alone, UNICEF procured $770 million of therapeutic food, medicine and other critical supplies and services from U.S. companies across 37 states. UNICEF USA has been awarded GuideStar's Platinum Seal of Transparency, the highest rating, in recognition of the honesty and visibility we provide to supporters. We've also earned a Four-Star rating from Charity Navigator, the best possible score for nonprofits, indicating to donors that they can confidently give to UNICEF USA as our passions and values are aligned with our supporters. UNICEF USA's reported program expense ratio of 86 percent means we are a highly efficient charity, as defined by independent monitors. For every dollar spent, 86 cents goes directly toward helping children; we spend about 12 cents on fundraising costs and just under 2 cents on administration.
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http://www.unicefusa.org
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- Non-profit Organizations
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- 201-500 employees
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- New York, New York
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- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1947
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- Education, Children with Disabilities, Emergency Relief, Immunization, Malaria, HIV/AIDS, Nutrition, Child Protection, Water and Sanitation, Child Survival, Empowering Women and Girls, Helping to track progress towards the SDG 2030's for children, Polio, Maternal and Neonatal Tetanus, Child Migrants and Refugees, Early Childhood Development, Strengthening Health Systems, Social Inclusion, Social Impact Investing, Child Rights and Business, Innovation, polio, and sustainable development
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We’re honored that Interbrand has recognized UNICEF with the Iconic Award for Brand Leadership 2025. This award celebrates brands that act as true agents of change — recognizing UNICEF’s enduring leadership in championing children’s rights and mobilizing global action to shape a better future #ForEveryChild. Thank you to Interbrand for this recognition, and congratulations to our colleagues around the world who work every day to turn their compassion into impact. Find the full announcement from Interbrand here: https://lnkd.in/ewaHUiD2 And learn more about our mission to pursue a world where every child is healthy, educated, protected and respected: https://lnkd.in/eCBkCRXZ
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Interbrand is proud to recognize UNICEF with the Iconic Award for Brand Leadership 2025, honoring a brand that continues to champion children’s rights and inspire collective action around the world. The award was presented to Frederique Covington Corbett, Ph.D., Chief, Global Brand & Marketing at UNICEF, during the launch of our Best Global Brands report at Nasdaq MarketSite in New York. The Iconic Award for Brand Leadership celebrates brands that truly act as agents of change. Congratulations to the whole team at UNICEF! #BrandLeadership 📸 2025 Nasdaq Inc.
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It was a pleasure to share my thoughts on the role of lawyers, particularly those in-house, in ensuring compliance with global business and human rights standards. Thanks to Bloomberg Law for the opportunity. https://lnkd.in/etzkdKza
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🏆 UNICEF USA has been named a finalist for this year’s The Anthem Awards! The Anthem Awards honor the purpose & mission-driven work of people, companies and organizations worldwide. By amplifying the voices that spark global change, the awards inspire others to take action in their own communities. Alongside the awards is the launch of Anthem Community Voice, an annual voting campaign and celebration to uplift the work of Anthem Finalists. Supporters can celebrate UNICEF USA’s work online until October 30th. See below for more info: ➡️ Dr. Mike UNICEF USA Ambassadorship in Best Creator Collaboration under Awareness Categories, Health: https://lnkd.in/e6vX9m6j ➡️ Michele Walsh: Leading with Purpose in Nonprofit Leader under Team & Internal Initiatives Categories, Humanitarian Action & Services: https://lnkd.in/euvJ9Fts ➡️ Report: Understanding the Mental Health Impact of Global Challenges on Gen Z in Research Projects or Publications under Awareness Categories, Humanitarian Action & Services: https://lnkd.in/ej9wrKZa ➡️ UNICEF Kids Zone at The Soccer Tournament in Special Projects under Awareness Categories, Education, Art & Culture: https://lnkd.in/eQcxYHTP
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This October, we’re celebrating 75 years of Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF — and some friends are helping us mark the milestone. Since 1950, this beloved campaign has grown into a Halloween tradition of kids helping kids — raising nearly $200 million to deliver lifesaving supplies and support to children around the world. From safe water and nutrition to vaccines, education and emergency aid, #ToT4UNICEF supporters have helped ensure children everywhere have the chance to grow up healthy, educated, protected and respected. This Halloween, you can carry on the tradition. Join us in adding some meaning to your Halloweening: https://lnkd.in/eM9QWvH2
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UNICEF and partners work in some of the world’s most dangerous and hardest-to-reach places — delivering lifesaving aid and protecting children every day. Since the start of the war in Ukraine, UNICEF has been on the ground, helping children survive, recover and rebuild their futures. Learn more at the link below.
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We sat down with UNICEF supporter and Halloween icon Heidi Klum to discuss the power of the Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF campaign on its 75th anniversary, and what #ToT4UNICEF means to her. Find highlights from the conversation here 👉 https://lnkd.in/e4xbc7HB
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