During his recent visit to Nigeria, our President and CEO, Michael J. Nyenhuis., saw firsthand how community-led health efforts, supported by UNICEF, local governments and partners, are transforming lives. Across Nigeria, UNICEF helps distribute Mectizan, a medicine that both prevents and treats river blindness. The success of this program is thanks to local volunteers and to a growing sense of local ownership. Now, several Nigerian states are taking a powerful next step: adding line items in their budgets to fund the fight against neglected tropical diseases. This progress shows what’s possible when strong partnerships, community action and government commitment come together to protect children and families. Check out Michael’s reflections on how budgets can be powerful tools for public health progress. ⬇️
UNICEF USA
Non-profit Organizations
New York, New York 55,600 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
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- 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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UNICEF is on the ground in Gaza, delivering lifesaving supplies and providing mental health and psychosocial support for children and families. More from our latest update: https://lnkd.in/ePY2v7C5
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Honored to see UNICEF recognized by Interbrand with the Iconic Award for Brand Leadership 2025. UNICEF’s strength comes from our people—colleagues and partners around the world who turn compassion into action every single day. This award belongs to each of you. Thank you to Interbrand for this recognition, and to our UNICEF community for continuing to propel our mission and deliver impact for every child.
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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Several days of torrential rains, storm surges and catastrophic flooding caused by Hurricane Melissa have impacted the lives of more than 700,000 children across the Caribbean. UNICEF is responding swiftly to their needs. Here's our latest on the humanitarian response 👉 https://lnkd.in/eRZqyrYF
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Jazmine, a member of our UNICEF Clubs National Youth Council, spells out why youth participation — particularly from girls — in decision-making spaces is so urgently needed 👉 https://lnkd.in/eHEJqbrr
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Globally, UNICEF Next Generation members have collectively raised or influenced over $80 million in support of UNICEF programs. 👉 Meet our UNICEF NextGen Leadership Council, and learn how you can get involved.
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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.
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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
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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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