Schools, hospitals, and critical infrastructure have all been and continue to be frequently targeted by attacks, disrupting and limiting access to essential services. UNICEF has been working in Ukraine for over 25 years and currently has 140 staff members in country working to support children and their families with critical supplies, protection from trafficking and cash transfers. UNICEF is also working at bordering nations to help assist the more than 2.2 million refugees who have fled from Ukraine.
Support is urgently needed to help UNICEF's response in and around Ukraine as the situation for children and families continues to deteriorate. Currently, 12 million people are in need of health assistance, 13.6 million people lack access to clean water and 2.2 million children are in need of protection services. UNICEF has launched an emergency appeal for $949 million to support these needs and many more.
The Sharks Foundation encourages all Sharks Fans who can, to donate to UNICEF USA to support their lifesaving work in Ukraine by clicking HERE.
"Sharks Sports & Entertainment stands in solidarity with those impacted by the tragic events in Ukraine," said Heather Hooper, Director, Social Impact and the Sharks Foundation. "We encourage all who are inspired and able, to join us in supporting UNICEF and their humanitarian work as they meet the most critical needs of those affected."
