Red Cross Ukraine
While the American Red Cross is not currently shipping blood overseas, Americans can donate money directly to the organization’s Ukrainian branch, which is working within the country to collect blood, mobilize volunteers and provide emergency aid to those affected by violent conflict.
UN Refugee Agency
UNHCR is a global nonprofit organization which works to help protect the rights of people who have been displaced by violence, persecution and conflict. It is currently supporting families who have been forced to flee Ukraine by providing shelter, psychological support and access to child-friendly facilities.
Support independent Ukrainian journalism
Independent media is more vital than ever during times of war. Consider supporting one of Ukraine’s independent English-language newspapers, such as The Kyiv Independent or Ukraine World, either via subscription or on Patreon.
Updated March 8, 2021 More ways to help
Send a humanitarian aid package. You can send items from this list to the MEEST warehouse, 600 Markley St., Port Reading, NJ 07064 and follow the directions here. It will be delivered free of charge to Ukraine.
Humanitarian aid packages are also being accepted at a warehouse in the Miami area.
Here are some other ideas courtesy of the Global Shapers Kyiv Hub, part of the World Economic Forum.