Today's hostage and prisoner release in Israel and Gaza is an important step towards lasting peace. We're overjoyed to see families reunited with their loved ones, and grateful to the U.S. Government for its role in making this ceasefire possible. The focus now must be on delivering for children and preventing their further suffering. Aid must be allowed into Gaza at scale.
UNICEF USA
Non-profit Organizations
New York, New York 55,166 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
External link for UNICEF USA
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- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- New York, New York
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- 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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64 years ago today, on October 13, 1961, President John F. Kennedy recognized the growing impact of Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF. That presidential nod marked a turning point in the campaign’s history, helping cement #ToT4UNICEF as a beloved national tradition. Today, the spirit of that call to action lives on. Ahead of Halloween, join us in celebrating the legacy and impact of ToT4UNICEF — and add some meaning to your Halloweening: https://lnkd.in/eM9QWvH2
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Our team recently traveled to the City of Salem, Massachusetts — the Halloween capital of the world — to celebrate 75 years of Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF and Salem joining UNICEF’s Child Friendly Cities Initiative (CFCI). From festive fun to civic pride, Salem showed what it means to put children at the heart of their community. Learn more about CFCI: unicefusa.org/CFCISalem
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A lot has changed since these photos were taken, but one thing remains constant: UNICEF’s unwavering commitment to supporting every child, everywhere. 75 years ago, Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF began with a simple idea from Philadelphia’s Clyde and Mary Emma Allison to empower trick-or-treaters to make a difference while collecting candy. To date, the campaign has raised $200 million to support children worldwide. #ToT4UNICEF has inspired generations to give back. This October, it’s up to us to carry on the tradition. Learn how you can participate all month long and add some meaning to your Halloweening: https://lnkd.in/eM9QWvH2
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What do you say to someone struggling in silence? What helps you feel less alone? This World Mental Health Day, Hear Her Stories partnered with young changemakers from UNICEF USA to share reflections on healing, self-compassion, and the quiet courage it takes to keep going. These aren’t just answers… they’re reminders that your story matters, your feelings are valid, and you are not alone in this. Together with UNICEF USA, we’re amplifying youth voices that are reshaping how we talk about mental health with honesty, tenderness, and power. #WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealthAwareness #YouthMentalHealth #UNICEFUSA #HearHerStories #YouAreNotAlone #HealingIsNotLinear #YouthVoices #Resilience #CompassionInAction #StorytellingForChange
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Girls everywhere deserve the chance to thrive. For 75 years, Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF has helped break barriers so more girls can access education, health care and opportunities to shape their futures. This October, you can continue the tradition. Learn how you can participate in #ToT4UNICEF — and add some meaning to your Halloweening all month long at https://lnkd.in/eM9QWvH2. #DayOfTheGirl
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Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF is back! 🎃 Since 1950, children across the U.S. have taken part in this iconic campaign — turning a Halloween night of costumes and candy into a seasonal tradition of giving. From doorsteps in the 1950s to museums, movie theaters and communities today, generations have helped raise $200 million through #ToT4UNICEF in support of UNICEF’s lifesaving work for children. This October, join us in celebrating 75 years of impact and add some meaning to your Halloweening: https://lnkd.in/eM9QWvH2
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Around the world, UNICEF supports children and young people by providing mental health and psychosocial support — both in emergencies and in everyday life. From safe spaces and temporary classrooms to caregiver training and community programs, UNICEF helps restore a sense of safety, belonging and hope for children when and where they need it most. Here are six ways UNICEF supports youth mental health. #WorldMentalHealthDay
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This #WorldMentalHealthDay, the Global Coalition for Youth Mental Health — the world’s largest private sector alliance dedicated to youth mental health — is proving that when the private sector steps up, mental health rises on the global agenda. Since its launch, Coalition members like our partners at Pinterest have collectively invested in youth mental health, catalyzing impact across diverse countries, humanitarian settings and digital contexts and reaching millions. It’s time to make mental health a cornerstone of development and emergency response so that every child and young person can access quality support when they need it most. Learn how your organization can get involved: https://lnkd.in/eSFb6dgA
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After more than 700 days of a devastating war in #Gaza, news of a ceasefire is fueling hope for children and their families. UNICEF is mobilizing to roll out a massive delivery of lifesaving supplies and services to meet the urgent needs of children across the Gaza Strip. Our latest humanitarian update: