United Health Foundation to Provide $1M to Support Relief Efforts in Ukraine

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The United Health Foundation, associated with UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), announced a $1 million donation to aid relief efforts in Ukraine. This donation is divided into $500,000 for Save the Children to support immediate needs like food and hygiene kits, and $500,000 for Direct Relief to supply emergency medical goods to the Ukrainian Ministry of Health. Patricia Lewis, the chief sustainability officer, emphasized the importance of this aid amid the ongoing humanitarian crisis, with Save the Children and Direct Relief already providing substantial support to Ukraine.

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• Total donation of $1 million demonstrates corporate social responsibility and commitment to humanitarian aid.
• $500,000 allocated to Save the Children supports immediate relief efforts for families in Ukraine.
• $500,000 allocated to Direct Relief aids in providing critical medical supplies to the Ukrainian Ministry of Health.

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 Donations to aid children and families and provide emergency medical supplies to Ukrainian Ministry of Health

MINNETONKA, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The United Health Foundation, the philanthropic foundation of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), today announced a $1 million donation to support relief efforts in Ukraine. The donation includes:

• $500,000 to Save the Children, the U.S. affiliate of Save the Children International, to support its Ukraine Crisis Relief Fund to provide children and families with immediate aid such as food, water, hygiene kits and psychosocial support.

• $500,0000 to Direct Relief, a long-standing United Health Foundation partner on disaster response, to provide emergency medical supplies including critical care medicines, oxygen concentrators, antibiotics and other medical equipment to the Ukrainian Ministry of Health.

“We share deep concern for people in Ukraine amid this humanitarian crisis,” said Patricia Lewis, UnitedHealth Group chief sustainability officer. “This donation will help provide immediate support to families in need, and we’re grateful for the work of both Save the Children and Direct Relief.”

Save the Children has worked in Ukraine since 2014 and is working closely with its Ukrainian affiliate and local partners, while Direct Relief is building on the $26 million in support it has provided to Ukraine over the last six months as part of broader medical aid efforts.

About the United Health Foundation

Through collaboration with community partners, grants and outreach efforts, the United Health Foundation works to improve our health system, build a diverse and dynamic health workforce and enhance the well-being of local communities. The United Health Foundation was established by UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH) in 1999 as a not-for-profit, private foundation dedicated to improving health and health care. To date, the United Health Foundation has committed more than $500 million to programs and communities around the world. To learn more, visit UnitedHealthFoundation.org.

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Caroline Landree

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caroline.landree@uhg.com

Source: United Health Foundation

FAQ

What is the significance of UnitedHealth Group's donation to Ukraine?

UnitedHealth Group's $1 million donation aims to provide crucial support for children and families affected by the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine.

How is the $1 million donation from UnitedHealth Group distributed?

The donation includes $500,000 to Save the Children for immediate aid and $500,000 to Direct Relief for emergency medical supplies.

What kind of support is Save the Children providing in Ukraine?

Save the Children is offering immediate aid, including food, hygiene kits, and psychosocial support to families in Ukraine.

What medical supplies are included in the Direct Relief donation?

Direct Relief's donation will provide critical care medicines, oxygen concentrators, and antibiotics to the Ukrainian Ministry of Health.

Who is behind the donation made for Ukraine by UnitedHealth Group?

The donation was made by the United Health Foundation, which is the philanthropic branch of UnitedHealth Group.