How to Help Ukraine

Use NGOs listed on this map — all have been manually verified. For additional vetting, check Charity Navigator or the BBB Wise Giving Alliance for US-registered organizations. Look for orgs with published financial reports and transparent fund allocation.

Most major NGOs accept credit/debit cards, PayPal, and bank transfers directly on their websites. For Ukrainian grassroots organizations, Wise and PayPal are the most reliable transfer methods with low fees. Avoid unofficial GoFundMe campaigns unless you can personally verify the organizer.

US donors: Look for 501(c)(3) registered organizations — donations are tax deductible. UK donors: Look for registered charities with a Charity Commission number. EU donors: Rules vary by country. Most large international NGOs (MSF, UNICEF, IRC, CARE) qualify in major donor countries. Always request a donation receipt.

Monthly donations are significantly more valuable to organizations — they allow long-term planning, staffing, and supply procurement. Even a small monthly commitment (€10–20) provides more operational stability than a larger one-time gift. Most organizations offer easy monthly giving options on their donation pages.

Organizations operating in Donetsk, Kharkiv, Zaporizhzhia, Kherson, Mykolaiv, Sumy, and Odesa oblasts face the greatest funding gaps and operational risks. Use the map to filter by conflict zones and find them. Smaller Ukrainian grassroots orgs in these regions are chronically underfunded compared to large international NGOs.

Many employers match charitable donations, doubling or tripling your impact at no extra cost. Check with your HR department or benefits portal. Organizations like Benevity manage workplace giving programs for thousands of companies globally.

Many organizations need translators, researchers, social media managers, web developers, grant writers, and administrative support. Catchafire and Idealist list remote volunteer roles with Ukraine-focused NGOs. Razom for Ukraine and United Help Ukraine both run active remote volunteer programs.

Most international NGOs do not accept walk-in volunteers for conflict zone operations — they require formal contracts, security training, and background checks. If you want to volunteer in-country, apply through established organizations like MSF, NRC, or IRC well in advance. Expect a 3–6 month application and vetting process.

Poland, Moldova, and Romania host millions of Ukrainian refugees and actively need volunteers at reception centers, language classes, and community integration programs. Polish Humanitarian Action and Caritas Europe have active volunteer programs across border countries with lower barriers to entry than conflict-zone roles.

Doctors, nurses, surgeons, and mental health professionals are in critical demand. MSF, Project HOPE, and International Medical Corps all recruit qualified medical staff for Ukraine deployments. Mental health professionals are especially needed — demand far exceeds supply.

If you have specialized skills — engineering, logistics, legal expertise, communications, or IT — organizations like Tech to the Rescue match tech professionals with NGOs that need specific project support. Engagements are typically project-based and remote-friendly.

The UK government's official sponsorship scheme allows individuals and organizations to host Ukrainian refugees. Sponsors receive £350/month for the first 12 months and £500/month thereafter. Apply or find out more at gov.uk/homes-for-ukraine.

The Uniting for Ukraine program allows US residents to sponsor Ukrainian refugees for a 2-year humanitarian parole. Sponsors must demonstrate financial support capability. Apply through uscis.gov/ukraine. (As of early 2025, this program has been put on pause.) Organizations like IRC and HIAS can help match sponsors with refugee families.

Most EU member states have national programs for hosting Ukrainian refugees under the EU Temporary Protection Directive. Contact your country's immigration or social affairs ministry for local hosting schemes and financial support available to hosts. EU solidarity resources →

Most programs require providing furnished accommodation for a minimum of 6 months, and practical support with local registration, school enrollment for children, and accessing healthcare and benefits. Hosting organizations provide guidance and coordination. Expect a safeguarding vetting check before approval — this is standard and protects both hosts and guests.

Airbnb.org coordinates free short-term housing for Ukrainian refugees through a network of volunteer hosts globally. You can offer your space through their platform with no long-term commitment — good if you can't commit to a multi-month hosting arrangement.

Awareness drives donations. Share the Ukraine Aid Map with your network — the more people who know about verified, on-the-ground organizations, the more effective the humanitarian response becomes. Direct link: ukraineaidmap.org

Contact your elected representatives to express support for continued humanitarian and military aid to Ukraine. Organizations like Razom for Ukraine coordinate advocacy campaigns and can help you reach the right people.

War propaganda and disinformation are active threats to public support for Ukraine. Reliable sources for ground truth include the Kyiv Independent, Euromaidan Press, and Ukrainska Pravda. Help correct false narratives when you encounter them.