Taking collaborative action for Ukraine’s resilience
A global network of philanthropic organizations united in their commitment to supporting Ukraine. Through strategic collaboration, knowledge sharing, and advocacy, members strengthen their collective impact in addressing Ukraine’s immediate needs and contributing to its long-term recovery.
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#learning #advocacy #strategiccoordination
#learning #advocacy #strategiccoordination

Learn: Share insights to better understand Ukraine’s evolving needs and improve strategic support
Coordinate: Align priorities and partnerships to avoid duplication and ease collaboration for local actors.
Collaborate: Pool resources to amplify impact, addressing urgent and long-term challenges.
F4U bridges beyond sectors to act strategically and in solidarity. Scroll to meet our Members.

Charles Stewart Mott Foundation
USA
#CivilSociety #JustEquitableSustainable #CommunityDevelopment
#CivilSociety #JustEquitableSustainable #CommunityDevelopment

The Charles Stewart Mott Foundation, established in 1926 in Flint, Michigan, by an automotive pioneer, is a private philanthropy committed to supporting projects that promote a just, equitable and sustainable society. It awards grants to nonprofit organizations throughout the United States and, on a limited geographic basis, internationally.
ERSTE Foundation
AT
#IndependentMedia #Democracy #SocialInnovation #CivilSociety
#IndependentMedia #Democracy #SocialInnovation #CivilSociety

ERSTE Foundation is committed to driving systemic change through social innovation, and inclusive growth across Central and Eastern Europe. In response to the challenges facing Ukraine, we invest in programs that strengthen civil society, foster economic resilience, empower future leaders. By fostering participatory governance, supporting social entrepreneurship, and embedding sustainability into reconstruction efforts.
Fondation de France
FR
#SocialInnovation #Philantropy #Network
#SocialInnovation #Philantropy #Network

For more than 50 years, Fondation de France has been turning the urge to act into effective and meaningful action. FDF brings together donors, founders, volunteers, and project leaders to provide effective support for meaningful causes, with the overall aim of implementing useful, tangible, and sustainable solutions that advance society.
Since 2022, FDF has supported Ukrainian civil society through a dedicated program, now strengthened by joining the F4U network to share knowledge and experiences.
GlobalGiving
USA
#Crowdfunding #GlobalDevelopment #CommunityEmpowerment
#Crowdfunding #GlobalDevelopment #CommunityEmpowerment

GlobalGiving is a global crowdfunding platform Based in Washington, D.C. that connects donors with grassroots projects in over 170 countries and supports community-led initiatives empowering local leaders to drive lasting change. In 22 years of service, GlobalGiving has raised over $1 billion USD in funds supporting 37,000 life-changing projects in more than 175+ countries.
International Renaissance Foundation
UA
#OpenSociety #Democracy #CivilSociety
#OpenSociety #Democracy #CivilSociety

The International Renaissance Foundation (IRF) is one of the largest charitable foundations in Ukraine. Since 1990, it has been working to build an open society where everyone is treated with dignity, citizens actively participate in shaping the state, and authorities are transparent and accountable.
For IRF, being part of the F4U platform means uniting with like-minded partners who share our commitment to rebuilding Ukraine as an open and democratic society.
Porticus
NL
#Participatory #Local
#Participatory #Local

Porticus advises and manages the private philanthropic endeavours of the Brenninkmeijer family business owners. The organization supports systemic change in societal and environmental challenges worldwide to create a just and sustainable future where human dignity can flourish.
We focus on four key areas: caring for the Earth, strengthening our societies, building future generations, and fostering vibrant faith communities.
Robert Bosch Stiftung
DE
#civilsociety #collaboration #philanthropicsupport
#civilsociety #collaboration #philanthropicsupport

Robert Bosch Stiftung GmbH is active in the areas of health, education, global issues and in the special unit Ukraine. As a non-profit, independent, and non-partisan organization rooted in the legacy of Robert Bosch, the Foundation works through its funding to support a just and sustainable future.
It is committed to ensuring that philanthropy’s engagement with Ukraine is sustained and expanded – this can best be achieved through joint efforts such as a platform like F4U.
About us
Foundations for Ukraine (F4U) is a collaborative network uniting philanthropic organizations globally. With a horizontal structure that values every member’s voice, F4U fosters innovative partnerships, blending funding with expertise, skills, and resources for Ukraine's recovery.
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What is it that we can do together that we can't do alone?
Are you a philanthropic organization interested in supporting Ukraine? Whether you’re dedicated to the cause or exploring ways to contribute, join our collaborative network. Together, we amplify our efforts, share insights, and build meaningful partnerships to support Ukraine’s needs and recovery.
Core Members
At F4U we believe that philanthropy must be informed, coordinated, and grounded in shared purpose. Core Members of F4U are at the center of this effort—a group of independent funders committed to Ukraine’s recovery, resilience, and long-term development.
As a Core Member, your foundation helps shape how philanthropy responds to war and recovery. You play a leadership role in aligning strategies, co-developing initiatives, and ensuring the network remains focused, responsive, and impactful. This is a space to think and act together.
Core Membership is open to:
- Private or family foundations
- Corporate foundations with independent governance
- Community foundations with local or diaspora ties
- Public charities with grantmaking capacity
If your foundation is actively engaged in supporting Ukraine and is looking for a trusted space to connect, coordinate, and lead don’t hesitate to join!
Why Join?
- Shape the network’s strategy, priorities, and working groups
- Gain insights from local actors and international partners
- Align with peers to avoid duplication and deepen collective impact
- Participate in funder-only conversations and shared learning
- Contribute to advocacy and visibility for Ukraine on the global stage
We invite philanthropic foundations that:
- Have independent funding discretion and a clear public benefit mission
- Are committed to long-term engagement with Ukraine’s recovery and civil society
- Operate with transparency, accountability, and alignment with F4U’s values
- Are not affiliated with Russian or Belarusian state interests or sanctions-listed entities
How to join?
Let us know if you’d like to learn more
📩 Contact: monica.stryker@iac-berlin.org
Otherwise,
Express your Interest in Becoming a Core Member here
Network Partners
At F4U, we believe that those working closely with Ukrainian context – researchers, advocates, implementers, coordinators – bring insights that should not only be seen, but can shape how philanthropic efforts respond.
Our Network Partners are organizations that bring valuable knowledge, expertise, and strategic connections to the table. Their perspectives help ground philanthropic response in local realities, bridge sectors, and strengthen the collective response.
Network Partnership is open to:
- Think tanks and policy platforms
- Civil society organizations working in or with Ukraine
- Academic centers and research institutions
- Advocacy and diaspora networks
- Cultural institutions and communications initiatives
- Infrastructure or coordination platforms
If you’re working to support Ukraine’s democracy, recovery, or civic resilience and want to be part of a network grounded in collaboration don’t hesitate to join.
Why Join?
- Expand the reach of your work through curated network designed for engagement
- Build trusted relationships with peers and philanthropic actors who share a commitment to Ukraine’s recovery and resilience
- Contribute insights that shape how philanthropic communities understand and respond to Ukraine’s evolving needs
- Collaborate across sectors through thematic workshops, joint briefings, and co-created initiatives
- Stay informed on trends, philanthropic strategies, emerging initiatives and shared challenges in the region
Your participation is flexible and non-binding, based on shared values and collaborative intent, not financial contributions or formal quotas.
We welcome public benefit organizations that:
- Work in or with Ukraine
- Are not seeking funding from the network
- Are aligned with F4U’s principles of transparency, collaboration, and support for Ukraine
This network is not open for participation to entities affiliated with Russian or Belarusian state interests, listed on sanctions lists, or commercial and lobbying actors without a clear public-interest mission.
How to join?
Let us know if you’d like to learn more
📩 Contact: monica.stryker@iac-berlin.org
Otherwise,
Express your Interest in Becoming a Network Partner here
Memo for Interested Organizations
Currents
Are you looking for more ways to engage? Explore this section for insights and opportunities to connect through events, articles, and research dedicated to the work of our network members supporting Ukraine.
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