Bamberg:UA e.V.

What Bamberg:UA e.V. does

Bamberg:UA e.V. is a German-registered non-profit humanitarian organization (eingetragener Verein) founded in 2017 by Ukrainian students at the University of Bamberg. Following the February 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine, the organization pivoted from its original cultural mandate to focus exclusively on humanitarian aid delivery, channeling donations into medical supplies, individual first aid kits (IFAKs), and rescue vehicles for transport to Ukraine. Its operational model is volunteer-driven: a core team of approximately eight people (four Vorstand members and four Kernteam members) coordinates recurring logistics convoys from Germany to Ukraine, with ground distribution handled by an established in-country partner (People's SelfDefense Lviv).

Since 2022, Bamberg:UA has cumulatively delivered 192 rescue vehicles, completed 400 aid transports, shipped 2,000 tonnes of medical supplies, distributed 6,700 IFAK sets, and supported more than 1,000 Ukrainian refugees integrating in Germany. Operations have expanded from a single Bamberg base to include a Nuremberg logistics node. Funding comes entirely from donations processed through IBAN bank transfer, PayPal, and the Donorbox platform, with no commercial revenue. The organization has productized parts of its work through the ChainReaction convoy series and the Cars for Saving Lives vehicle program, and has attracted cultural fundraising partnerships such as the collaboration with German band Sportfreunde Stiller.

The organization does not operate a technology product, does not employ AI or ML systems, and does not generate commercial revenue. Its competitive position rests on demonstrated delivery, diaspora and university-community trust, an established in-country distribution partner, and a low-overhead volunteer structure that maximizes the proportion of donations converted into physical aid.

Name

Bamberg:UA e.V.

Legal name

Bamberg:UA e.V.

Website

https://bamberg-ua.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Bamberg:UA e.V. is a German non-profit founded in 2017 by Ukrainian students that delivers humanitarian aid — ambulances, medical supplies, and IFAKs — to Ukraine via volunteer convoys, and supports Ukrainian refugees in Germany, funded entirely by donations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Humanitarian Aid Services

NAICS

Emergency and Other Relief Services (624230), Community Food and Housing, and Emergency and Other Relief Services (6242)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Refugee, IDP & Migration Humanitarian Assistance (BPAGAAAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Refugee & Immigrant Support Services (BPAGAEAI), Refugee, Migration & Displacement Support (BPAGABAH), Integration & Inclusion Services (Housing, Education, Employment) (BPADAHAI)

Keywords

• Humanitarian aid services
• Refugee integration programs
• Medical supply logistics
• Ambulance donation delivery
• Cultural exchange programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Bamberg

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Donations and Fundraising: The organization operates entirely on donations from individuals, companies, and partner organizations. Revenue is generated through monetary donations (IBAN bank transfer, PayPal, Donorbox), in-kind donations of medical equipment, vehicles, and supplies, and fundraising events such as concerts, Christmas markets, and cycling convoys.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Bamberg:UA e.V. collects, procures, and delivers humanitarian aid — including ambulances, medical supplies, emergency rescue equipment, utility vehicles, and evacuation cars — from collection points in Germany to Ukrainian conflict zones via the People's SelfDefense Lviv green-corridor logistics chain. It also runs refugee integration support in the Bamberg area (German language courses, school accompaniment, translation, administrative help) and cultural/educational exchange programs between Germany and Ukraine.

Product overview

Bamberg:UA e.V. is a non-profit humanitarian organization offering a portfolio of aid services and cultural programs. The core humanitarian services include ambulance delivery, medical supplies collection, emergency rescue equipment, utility vehicles (fire trucks, buses), evacuation vehicles, rehabilitation support for soldiers, and refugee integration assistance. The education and culture division provides German language courses, a Saturday school for Ukrainian children, student exchange programs, cultural events including an annual Christmas market, and a multimedia Ukrainian language learning course. All services are funded through donations and organized by volunteers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ChainReaction: A project initiative involving the delivery of ambulances and humanitarian aid to Ukraine, including the ChainReaction Bike Convoy where cyclists escort ambulances to Ukraine.

Products and services

• Ambulance Delivery Service (Krankenwagen) Procurement and delivery of fully equipped ambulances to Ukraine, equipped with medical supplies for emergency medical assistance in conflict zones.
• Medical Supplies Collection and Delivery (Medizinische Ausrüstung) Collection and transport of bandages, tourniquets, first aid kits, and medical equipment from Germany to Ukrainian hospitals and field medics.
• Emergency Rescue Equipment Service (Rettungsmittel) Collection, purchase, and delivery of tactical tourniquets, hemostatic bandages, IFAK sets, medical backpacks, sleeping bags, and protective equipment for emergency medical response in Ukraine.
• Utility Vehicle Delivery (Nutzfahrzeuge) Procurement and delivery of fire trucks, buses, and cranes for civilian evacuation and emergency response operations in Ukraine.
• Cars for Saving Lives Project Collection of donations for purchasing and transporting civilian evacuation vehicles to Ukraine for evacuation of civilians from war zones. 35 evacuation vehicles were purchased and sent in the first nine months of the full-scale war.
• Rehabilitation Support Service Support for wounded Ukrainian soldiers during rehabilitation in Germany, including information provision, translation services, organizational help, and adaptation support.
• Refugee Integration Program (Integration von Geflüchteten) Assistance to Ukrainian refugees in the Bamberg area, including school support, youth work, university integration, translation services for medical appointments, and German language courses.
• Saturday School in Bamberg (Samstagsschule) Saturday school for Ukrainian children teaching Ukrainian language, literature, and history, in Bamberg.
• German Language Courses for Refugees (Deutschkurse) German language courses for refugees from Eastern Ukraine, supporting language acquisition for newcomers.
• School Exchange Program (Schüler*innenaustauschprojekt) Student exchange program between German and Ukrainian schools, fostering cross-border educational cooperation.
• Ukrainian Christmas Craft Market (Internationaler Kunsthandwerker-Adventsmarkt) Annual Ukrainian cultural presentation at Bamberg's Christmas craft market featuring traditional food, crafts, and performances to raise funds and awareness.
• ChainReaction Bike Convoy Ambulance Delivery Innovative delivery program where cyclists accompany ambulances from Germany to Ukraine as part of the Chain Reaction initiative.

Quantifiable outcome

• 192 rescue vehicles delivered to Ukraine
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

21 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• People's SelfDefense Lviv (Narodna Samooborona Lvivshchyny)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrimary Ukrainian distribution partner. Receives humanitarian aid shipments and coordinates distribution to conflict zones in southern and eastern Ukraine. Operates the green corridor at the Polish-Ukrainian border for humanitarian aid delivery.
• Verein der Ukrainer in Franken e.V.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUkrainian diaspora organization in Franconia region. Partner in coordination of Ukrainian community activities and mutual support.
• Freundschaft kennt keine Grenzen e.V.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization co-organizing school exchange programs, Ukrainian language multimedia courses, and joint humanitarian aid projects. Collaborates on Ukrainian book donation initiatives for German universities.
• Bamberg hilft UkrainecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMain local coordination partner for Ukrainian refugee support in Bamberg. Provides office space (c/o Bamberg hilft) and coordinates accommodation offers for refugees.
• Generalkonsulat der Ukraine in MünchencoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUkrainian diplomatic representation in Bavaria. Provides consular support and coordination for humanitarian aid activities.
• FkkG e.V.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMedical supply coordination partner. Collaborates on collection and logistics for medical equipment and supplies. Joint warehouse operations in Nuremberg, Heidelberg, and Mannheim.
• Rotary Club WeidenMax RegerminorGTM or Marketing PartnerService club partnership for fundraising and community support for Ukraine aid.
• Rotary Club HerzogenaurachminorGTM or Marketing PartnerService club partnership. Co-funded Tourniquets and medical backpacks for Ukraine through Lions Club Herzogenaurach collaboration.
• One Europe e.V.minorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner in funding tactical medical equipment including Tourniquets and medical backpacks for Ukraine.
• Sportfreunde StillerminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGerman band that organized benefit concerts to fund ambulance purchases for Ukraine. Personal delivery of vehicles to Ukraine.
• Chain ReactioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInitiative for delivering ambulances to Ukraine via cycling convoy. Bamberg:UA partners with Chain Reaction for the innovative Bike Convoy delivery method - cyclists accompany ambulances from Germany to Ukraine.
• Stiftung Stimmen der Kinder (Voices of the Children)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUkrainian foundation focused on children's welfare. Partnership for humanitarian aid coordination.
• Martingrundschule BambergminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerElementary school partnership for cultural exchange and integration activities.
• Volunteering and Help CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUkrainian volunteer coordination center for humanitarian aid distribution.
• Various Pharmacies (Martin Apotheke, Sonnen-Apotheke, Wiesen-Apotheke, Hubertus-Apotheke, Seehof-Apotheke, St. Georg-Apotheke, Heldsche Apotheken)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLocal pharmacies donate medical supplies and medications for Ukraine aid shipments.
• mediteam GmbH & Co KGminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMedical supply company partner for procurement of medical equipment.
• Dr. Pfleger ArzneimittelminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPharmaceutical company donating medications for Ukraine aid.
• ATB Autotechnik GmbHminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuto technology company supporting vehicle procurement and preparation.
• Fuchs (Bakery)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal bakery that supported rescue vehicle transportation project.
• Mackes Handelsimmobilien GmbHminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCommercial real estate company supporting Ukraine aid initiatives.
• Albrecht Dürer Flughafen NürnbergminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAirport cooperation for logistics and transport coordination.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Caritas Germany: Germany's largest Catholic welfare organization, providing refugee integration, social services, and humanitarian aid. Comparable to Bamberg:UA's refugee integration and social-services work in Germany, but at a national scale across many programs beyond Ukraine.
• Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF): International medical humanitarian organization actively delivering emergency medical care in Ukraine. Comparable in medical-aid mission to Ukrainian conflict zones, though operating as a globally funded professional NGO rather than a grassroots volunteer e.V.
• Aktion Deutschland Hilft: German alliance of more than 20 humanitarian aid organizations running cross-border relief campaigns for Ukraine and other crises. Comparable to Bamberg:UA as a Germany-headquartered fundraising and logistics vehicle for Ukraine aid, but operating at materially larger scale and broader mandate.
• Johanniter-Unfall-Hilfe: German humanitarian organization running Ukraine medical aid, evacuation support, and refugee programs in Germany. Comparable to Bamberg:UA in ambulance and medical equipment delivery, but with national reach, professional staff, and Johanniter Order institutional backing.
• Malteser International: German humanitarian relief organization of the Sovereign Order of Malta, running medical aid, ambulance donations, and refugee programs for Ukraine. Directly competes for the same donor pool and supplies the same end-beneficiaries, but with institutional scale and paid professional staff.
• German Red Cross (DRK): Germany's national Red Cross society, running large-scale Ukraine humanitarian programs including medical supplies, ambulances, and refugee integration. Overlaps with Bamberg:UA across the full service stack but with substantially greater funding, staff, and brand recognition.
• Arbeiter-Samariter-Bund (ASB): German humanitarian aid and social services organization active in Ukraine relief and refugee support in Germany. Overlaps directly with Bamberg:UA across ambulance/medical aid delivery and German refugee integration services, but with paid staff and federal-level funding.

Direct peers

• Razom for Ukraine: US-based Ukrainian diaspora nonprofit delivering medical supplies, equipment, and humanitarian aid to Ukraine. Directly comparable mission (medical aid delivery, volunteer-led, diaspora-founded) although headquartered outside Germany and operating in a different regulatory environment.
• Libereco – Partnership for Human Rights: Germany-based human rights partnership focused on Ukraine and Russia, running advocacy, humanitarian aid, and medical equipment delivery. Closely comparable in mission scope and diaspora-led, volunteer-driven operating model, though with stronger advocacy and human-rights framing.

Regional players

• Help e.V. (Hospizverein) / HelpDirect: German nonprofit network supporting refugees and migrants in Germany with integration services. Comparable to Bamberg:UA's German-side refugee integration work, though with a broader migrant-population focus rather than Ukraine-specific programming.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/uabamberg
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@bambergua4585
• Facebookfacebook.com/bambergua
• Instagraminstagram.com/bamberg_ua
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/bamberg-ua-e-v

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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