Jefferies announced that its Ukrainian Doing Good Global Trading Day raised more than $14 million, and the funds will be quickly distributed to 20 charities that are providing on the ground humanitarian aid and support.
In a remarkable show of support, Jefferies’ clients generated $12.4 million in net trading commissions, with Jefferies employees donating more than $700,000 and the Company contributing $1 million as well.
#Jefferies stands with the people of #Ukraine! All global net trading revenues on March 2 will be donated to #Ukrainian #humanitarian #aid.@ZelenskyyUa #StandWithUkraine #freedom #democracy #dignity #leadership #doinggood #charityday $JEF#PressRelease➡️https://t.co/8hKhWxfCix pic.twitter.com/xMsmnWFVF9
— Rich Handler (@HandlerRich) February 28, 2022
Rich Handler, CEO, and Brian Friedman, President, of Jefferies commented:
“Today every member of the Jefferies extended family is Ukrainian in heart and spirit. Their bravery and courage in the face of the worst kind of tyranny is beyond inspirational. We are humbled by our clients, employees, shareholders and friends who have all come together in our largest fundraising effort ever. We have all felt so helpless watching this tragedy unfold before our very eyes and we are grateful for the chance to do our small part to help the families, children and communities of Ukraine.”
Jefferies and our clients proudly support the following charitable organizations:
| Charitable Organization | Charity Description | Amount |
| Americares | Focuses on providing medicine, medical supplies and emergency funding to communities that are vulnerable to crises, disasters and poverty. |
$ 1,000,000 |
| CARE | Raises money to provide immediate aid, including food, water, hygiene kits, support services and direct cash assistance in Ukraine. |
$ 1,000,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Mobilizes emergency preparedness response, with teams at the Polish-Ukrainian border setting up emergency response activities and carrying out assessments along Ukraine’s border. |
$ 1,000,000 |
| GlobalGiving | Supports humanitarian assistance in impacted communities in Ukraine and surrounding regions where Ukrainian refugees have fled. GlobalGiving’s local partners are bringing relief to terrified and displaced communities, supplying shelter, food, clean water, access to education, and more. |
$ 1,000,000 |
| Global Empowerment Mission | Aims to restore hope and opportunities in the lives of those affected by natural disasters. They are currently on the ground in Medyka, Poland to offer complimentary aid and travel relocation. |
$ 1,000,000 |
| International Committee of the Red Cross | Ensures humanitarian protection and assistance for victims of armed conflict and other violence. The ICRC is focused on repairing vital infrastructure in Ukraine, supporting health facilities with medicines and equipment, and supporting families with food and hygiene items. |
$ 1,000,000 |
| International Medical Corps | Works directly and in partnership with local organizations to increase access to medical services, child protection, and mental health and psychosocial support for those living in areas affected by war. |
$ 1,000,000 |
| UNICEF | Protects and promotes the rights of children all over the world, and is working nonstop to deliver lifesaving programs in Ukraine for affected children and families, including health, hygiene and emergency education supplies. |
$ 1,000,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Supplies meals in response to humanitarian, climate and community crises. They are set up at eight border crossings to serve nourishing meals to people in need, in addition to supporting local restaurants preparing meals in five Ukrainian cities. |
$ 1,000,000 |
| Catholic Relief Services (CRS) | Works with organizations globally to help vulnerable people overcome emergencies, earn a living through agriculture and access affordable health care. They are working with partners on the ground across Ukraine to provide safe shelter, hot meals, transport to safe areas, and fuel to keep warm. |
$ 750,000 |
| Project CURE | Provides humanitarian assistance to the people of Ukraine by shipping cargo containers of medical equipment and supplies. |
$ 750,000 |
| Project HOPE | Actively shipping essential medicines and medical supplies to refugees and activated an emergency response team to provide immediate health and humanitarian relief. |
$ 750,000 |
| United Ukrainian American Relief Committee | Administers vital medical supplies to victims, care for the injured and refugees, as well as shelter and food to those affected. UUARC is working closely with UCCA, UWC, US Aid and the Ukrainian Embassy in the coordination of aid. |
$ 750,000 |
| Come Back Alive | Helps the Ukrainian military, volunteers and their families by providing technical support, specifically with cameras and night vision devices. |
$ 300,000 |
| Direct Relief | Provides emergency health kits and medical backpacks for triage care to refugees feeling violence and disruption. |
$ 300,000 |
| The Global Surgical and Medical Support Group (GSMSG) | Provides high quality medical care and training to communities in conflict zones, austere environments and disaster areas around the world. GSMSG medical and surgical teams can provide the full spectrum of care ranging from front-line medical services to advanced neurosurgery. |
$ 300,000 |
| Kyiv School of Economics for Crisis Support | Fundraises to support humanitarian projects of Ukraine NGOs and local administrations aiding vulnerable groups of people and those who cannot ensure their safety independently. |
$ 300,000 |
| National Bank of Ukraine Humanitarian Assistance Fund | Special fundraising account that will be leveraged by the Ministry of Social Policy to provide food, shelter, clothes, medicine, staple goods, and financial aid to refugees and citizens that have been displaced due to military conflict. |
$ 300,000 |
| Saint Andrew Charity Foundation | Ukraine-based charity that seeks to improve the social conditions and welfare of children, specifically orphans, across education, healthcare, and human rights. |
$ 300,000 |
| SOS Children’s Villages | Sends emergency relief, critical medical supplies, healthy meals and clean water, vital psychotherapy support, and quality education resources to children and families in Ukraine. |
$ 300,000 |
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