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UNICEF USA

UNICEF USA

Non-profit Organizations

New York, New York 55,565 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.

Website
http://www.unicefusa.org
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Company size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
New York, New York
Type
Nonprofit
Founded
1947
Specialties
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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  • Every child deserves the chance to grow up healthy and strong. But today, 1 in 3 children under age 5 faces obstacles to healthy growth and development because of malnutrition. That’s why UNICEF created an innovative feeding bowl and spoon set designed to help caregivers prepare balanced, nutritious meals. With clear markings and simple illustrations, this simple tool makes a big difference — empowering families with the knowledge and guidance they need to nourish their children.

  • Global humanitarian aid is one of the smartest investments we can make. When we protect children, we all benefit. So why is funding being cut? 👉 Learn what’s at risk and why it matters for all of us.

  • Every child deserves to grow up healthy, educated, protected and respected. That belief is at the heart of everything we do. At UNICEF USA, we work alongside American corporations, faith-based and civil society organizations, philanthropic foundations, government agencies and individuals to support UNICEF in delivering the nutrition, health care, education and emergency aid that children need to survive and thrive. Learn more about our work — including how you can help: https://lnkd.in/eCBkCRXZ

    • White and cyan text on a black background reads, "Every child deserves to grow up healthy, educated, protected and respected."
  • Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF has transformed Halloween into something meaningful — a tradition of kids helping kids. Since 1950, this campaign has raised nearly $200 million to deliver lifesaving supplies and support to children and families when and where needed most. As kids head out in costumes across the country tonight, we celebrate generations who have turned a night of fun into a legacy of hope. 💙 We couldn’t do it without you. From all of us at UNICEF USA, thank you for being part of 75 years of #ToT4UNICEF — and for carrying this tradition forward #ForEveryChild.

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  • For 75 years, Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF has helped deliver lifesaving supplies and support to children around the world — thanks to partners, supporters and all those who’ve kept this tradition alive. 💙 This Halloween, our friends at Hallmark Cards, Screenvision Media, The Rock and Roll Playhouse and Association of Children's Museums helped carry that legacy forward — sharing the spirit of #ToT4UNICEF with families nationwide. From select movie theaters and concerts to store and museum locations across the country, little orange boxes once again turned Halloween fun into real change for kids. 🎃 Thank you to our partners and everyone who joined us in adding some meaning to their Halloweening.

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  • This October, our friends at Marriott International helped make a world of difference for children everywhere. Guests at participating Marriott locations turned their Halloween spirit into real impact — raising funds to support UNICEF’s meaningful work through Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF. From hotel lobbies to neighborhoods across the country, we’re so grateful to everyone who joined in and helped add some meaning to their Halloweening. Together, we’re carrying forward a 75-year tradition of kids helping kids — and proving that every action counts #ForEveryChild. #ToT4UNICEF

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  • UNICEF USA reposted this

    View profile for Michael J. Nyenhuis

    President & CEO of UNICEF USA

    Seventy-five years ago, a simple idea sparked something extraordinary. What began in 1950 with children in Philadelphia collecting coins for UNICEF has grown into a beloved tradition of kids helping kids—and one of the longest-running youth engagement movements in the world. This year, our teams at UNICEF USA are celebrating 75 years of Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF, a campaign that has raised nearly $200 million to help children around the world access vaccines, safe water, nutrition, education and more. At its heart, this tradition reminds us that compassion has no age limit. Every orange box, every dollar, every child who’s taken part has helped shape a better future for every child. As we mark this milestone, I want to thank the generations of children, families, teachers, community leaders and partners who have kept this spirit alive—proving that even small acts of kindness can lead to big change. Here’s to 75 years of impact and to the next generation carrying it forward. And here are a few photos from across the years. I’d love to see your Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF photos or hear about your #ToT4UNICEF memories in the comments.

    • From UNICEF USA's archive, a black-and-white photo depicts three children smiling, their faces illuminated by a cheerful jack-o-lantern. The carved pumpkin shows a face, with "UNICEF" carved into its mouth.
    • From UNICEF USA's archive, a black-and-white photo depicts a child holding a little orange UNICEF box, used during trick-or-treat for UNICEF to collect coins in support of UNICEF's work for children around the world.
    • From UNICEF USA's archive, a black-and-white photo depicts a child holding a little orange UNICEF box, used during trick-or-treat for UNICEF to collect coins in support of UNICEF's work for children around the world. The child wears a Halloween costume, dressed as a larger-than-life version of the ToT4UNICEF box.
    • From UNICEF USA's archive, a black-and-white photo depicts children standing around a larger-than-life version of the little orange UNICEF box, used during trick-or-treat for UNICEF to collect coins in support of UNICEF's work for children around the world.
    • From UNICEF USA's archive, a black-and-white photo depicts a child holding a little orange UNICEF box, used during trick-or-treat for UNICEF to collect coins in support of UNICEF's work for children around the world. In front of the child is a cheerfully carved pumpkin.

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