Ukrainian National Women’s League of America

What Ukrainian National Women’s League of America does

The Ukrainian National Women's League of America (UNWLA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization founded in 1925 and headquartered at 203 2nd Avenue, New York, NY. It is the longest-running and largest Ukrainian women's organization in the United States, operating a federated membership model comprising over 100 local branches across multiple US states and a Members-at-Large (MAL) program priced at $58 annually for members unable to attend local branches. The organization serves two primary constituencies: Ukrainian-American women seeking cultural connection, education, and women's leadership development, and Ukrainians worldwide in need of humanitarian assistance — particularly displaced persons, wounded soldiers, civilians, elderly women, and children affected by the Russia-Ukraine war. UNWLA generates revenue through three streams: subscription membership dues (MAL and branch-level), tax-deductible charitable donations processed via NeonCRM and PayPal, and merchandise sales through its e-commerce storefront (unwla.store, EIN: 23-640-4061).

UNWLA's service portfolio is organized around four pillars — Advocate, Educate, Cultivate, and Care — delivered through named programs including the Return Ukraine's Children initiative, Children Praying for Children annual campaign, Keep Ukraine Warm campaign for women soldiers, Babusi Fund for elderly women, Children's Fund for displaced/orphaned children, and a medical aid program that has delivered millions of dollars of supplies to Ukrainian hospitals. The organization publishes the monthly Our Life magazine and historical convention books dating to 1935, and it co-founded the American Coalition for Ukraine (ACU), which convenes the Ukraine Action Summit in Washington, DC. Delivery relies on an extensive partner network spanning US institutions (New Jersey Hospital Association, Plast, UMANA) and Ukrainian NGOs (AICM Ukraine, Zemliachky, SpivDiia, UA Mental Help, Revived Soldiers Ukraine), with which UNWLA operates on a 'We to Them' funding and 'Mutual' co-development basis. The organization is governed by a National Board and led by President Natalia Pawlenko, with National Advocacy Chair Marianna Tretiak and a small headquarters staff supporting 100+ volunteer-led branches.

Name

Ukrainian National Women’s League of America

Legal name

Ukrainian National Women's League of America, Inc.

Website

https://unwla.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1925

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

UNWLA is a 100-year-old US-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving Ukrainian-American women through 100+ local branches, delivering cultural programming, US advocacy for Ukraine, and humanitarian aid including medical supplies and direct support to war-affected Ukrainians.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Nonprofit Humanitarian and Cultural Organization

NAICS

Civic and Social Organizations (81341), Social Advocacy Organizations (8133)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Refugee, Migration & Displacement Support (BPAGABAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Human Rights & Anti-Discrimination Organizations (BPAGAFAB), Migration, Refugees & Labor Mobility IGOs (BPADAAAH)

Keywords

• Humanitarian aid services
• Nonprofit advocacy programs
• Cultural preservation initiatives
• Community membership organization
• Social welfare programs

Headquarters

HQ city

New York

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership dues from Branch members and Members-at-Large (MAL). MAL dues are $58.00 annually, paid directly to UNWLA Headquarters. Branch membership dues vary and are referenced in the FAQ section.
2. Donations and Charitable Contributions: Tax-deductible charitable donations from individuals supporting humanitarian aid to Ukraine, cultural programs, advocacy efforts, and social welfare initiatives. UNWLA is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization (EIN: 23-640-4061).
3. Merchandise Sales: Online store (unwla.store) selling Ukrainian-themed merchandise to support Ukraine and fund organizational activities.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The Ukrainian National Women's League of America (UNWLA) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) charitable organization that promotes Ukrainian cultural and educational efforts and delivers humanitarian assistance to Ukrainians worldwide. It operates through a membership-based model of local branches and Members-at-Large, providing advocacy campaigns, social welfare programs, cultural events, and direct aid such as medical supplies, winter uniforms, and stipends for vulnerable populations in Ukraine.

Product overview

UNWLA operates as a nonprofit humanitarian and cultural organization rather than a technology company, offering a portfolio of advocacy programs, cultural initiatives, and social welfare campaigns. The organization provides membership programs with local branches and Members-at-Large options, publishes the monthly 'Our Life' magazine, and maintains convention books documenting its history. Its advocacy offerings include 'Advocacy 101' training, the 'Return Ukraine's Children' initiative, 'Children Praying for Children' annual campaign, and Letter to the Editor toolkits. Humanitarian programs encompass medical aid to Ukrainian hospitals, the 'Keep Ukraine Warm' campaign for women soldiers, Babusi Fund for elderly women, and Children's Fund supporting displaced orphans. Cultural programs include the UNWLA Book Club, library advocacy toolkits, and partnerships with ENGin for educational exchange. These programs operate independently without a unified software platform architecture.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Branch Membership Local branch membership offering face-to-face fellowship, cultural events, fundraising, and leadership opportunities, with a Members-at-Large option for those unable to attend local meetings. MAL dues are $58 annually.
• Our Life Magazine

Quantifiable outcome

• 50+ prayer events in 14 states during Children Praying for Children campaign (2025)
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

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Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• NGO Svoya: Women's Network for Education and DevelopmentcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 March 2026Memorandum of Understanding establishing long-term international partnership focused on education, research, advocacy, and preservation of the history of the Ukrainian women's movement. Cooperation on initiatives in education, culture, advocacy, research, and archival work.
• ZemliachkycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUkrainian NGO providing direct support to women serving in Ukraine's armed forces. UNWLA partners to provide funding for winter uniforms, boots, outerwear, and personal items tailored to female bodies for women on the frontlines.
• ENGinminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNon-profit connecting English-speaking volunteers with Ukrainians for online speaking practice and cross-cultural exchange. UNWLA promotes the program to members and encourages volunteering.
• Lviv Archdiocese of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerClose partnership for sponsoring winter and spring camps for displaced children, orphans, and children who lost a parent due to war. Camps provide counseling, spiritual guidance, and team building in safe environment.
• New Jersey Hospital AssociationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for delivering medical aid to Ukrainian hospitals. NJHA hospital staff held fundraisers and showed solidarity; tons of medical aid were shipped through this partnership.
• AICM UkrainecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUkrainian charitable organization receiving UNWLA funding for humanitarian aid delivery. Reaches tens of thousands of individuals with medical aid and essentials.
• American Coalition for Ukraine (ACU)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCoalition co-founded by UNWLA with four other national organizations to mobilize and organize grassroots advocacy within the Ukrainian community. Organizes Ukraine Action Summits in Washington, DC.
• Revived Soldiers UkraineminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in medical aid delivery to Ukrainian hospitals.
• Plast Ukrainian Scouting Organization – USAminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in supporting humanitarian aid efforts to Ukraine.
• Paul Chester Children's Hope FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner supporting medical aid and children's programs in Ukraine.
• UMANA – Ukrainian Medical Association of North AmericaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMedical association partner supporting healthcare initiatives for Ukraine.
• UA Mental HelpcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUkrainian charitable foundation providing accessible psychological support to individuals affected by war. UNWLA provides funding. Over 31,000 free consultations to 13,700+ individuals.
• SpivDiiacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUkrainian foundation providing comprehensive support with emphasis on mental health services. 80,000+ children served through SpivDiia for Children centers in 22 cities.
• House of UkraineminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization in medical aid delivery efforts.
• Ukrainian American Cultural Center of New JerseyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in humanitarian aid coordination.
• United Ukrainian American Relief Committee (ЗУАДК)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in humanitarian relief efforts.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Razom for Ukraine: Razom is a US-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded post-2014 and re-energized by the 2022 invasion, delivering humanitarian aid and advocacy for Ukraine. Direct competitor for Ukrainian-American donor dollars and humanitarian program visibility.
• Shevchenko Scientific Society: Shevchenko Scientific Society is a Ukrainian-American scholarly organization focused on Ukrainian culture, history, and education. Comparable cultural-preservation mission with overlapping membership base in the Ukrainian-American diaspora.
• Nova Ukraine: Nova Ukraine is a US-registered nonprofit providing humanitarian relief and rebuilding support to Ukraine. Competes for the same donor audience and partner organizations (AICM Ukraine, hospital networks) as UNWLA.
• Plast Ukrainian Scouting Organization – USA: Plast is a youth-focused Ukrainian diaspora organization and existing UNWLA partner. Comparable in cultural preservation mission and Ukrainian-American constituency, with overlapping humanitarian programming.
• United Ukrainian American Relief Committee (ZUADK): ZUADK is an existing UNWLA partner organization delivering humanitarian aid to Ukraine. Operates a parallel diaspora-driven relief model and shares donor segments within the Ukrainian-American community.
• Ukrainian Congress Committee of America (UCCA): UCCA is the largest umbrella organization representing Ukrainian-Americans, with comparable advocacy, cultural, and humanitarian programming. Direct peer in mission, scale, and constituency.
• American Coalition for Ukraine (ACU): ACU is co-founded by UNWLA along with four other national organizations to coordinate grassroots advocacy. Closely allied peer running the Ukraine Action Summits where UNWLA's advocacy team leads training.
• Ukrainian Medical Association of North America (UMANA): UMANA is a professional association of Ukrainian-American healthcare providers and an UNWLA partner. Comparable diaspora-driven organization with medical aid programming serving overlapping beneficiaries.

Broad incumbents

• General Federation of Women's Clubs (GFWC): GFWC is a century-old US women's federation with local chapters, cultural programming, and community service missions. Structurally analogous as a multi-chapter women's civic organization, though broader in constituency than UNWLA.
• League of Women Voters of the United States: LWV is a comparable women's civic membership organization with comparable advocacy training, grassroots organizing, and member-driven local chapter structure — operating at far larger scale but with analogous mission and operating model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/unwla
• Facebookfacebook.com/unwla
• Xx.com/unwla

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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Investments

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