Get Involved
Volunteer With Hope For Ukraine
Turn your time, community, or resources into support for people affected by the war in Ukraine. Volunteer locally in New Jersey, organize a community drive, fundraise, donate needed supplies, or learn about volunteer trips to Ukraine.
Organize a Community Drive
Bring your community together for Ukraine.
A community drive can turn one person's decision to help into support from an entire school, workplace, church, neighborhood, club, or organization.
Before starting your drive, connect with Hope For Ukraine. Our team can help you understand which supplies are currently needed, how donated items should be prepared, and how to get everything to us.
Schools and student groups
Churches and community organizations
Workplaces and employee groups
Neighborhoods, clubs, and local events
Peer-to-Peer Fundraising
Create your own fundraiser for Ukraine.
Create a personal fundraising page, tell people why supporting Ukraine matters to you, and invite friends, family, coworkers, and your community to participate.
Create Your Page
Choose your fundraising goal, add a photo, and share why supporting Ukraine matters to you.
Share Your Story
Share your personal fundraising link with friends, family, coworkers, and members of your community.
Help Support Ukraine
Raise money to provide life changing humanitarian aid to people affected by the war.
Donate Supplies to Ukraine
Send practical aid directly to people in need.
Donate approved supplies through our New Jersey collection site or shop directly from Hope For Ukraine's Amazon Wishlist.
What We Need
Current in-kind donation needs
Please donate items that are clean, usable, and ready to be sorted for shipment.
Canned goods and packaged foods that are unopened, safe to ship, and not expired.
Soap, toothpaste, shampoo, toiletries, and other personal hygiene essentials.
Clean, usable footwear in good condition for children and adults.
Clean, practical clothing in good condition for children, adults, and seniors.
Please clearly label boxes by item type, such as Clothing, Shoes, Toiletries, or Canned Goods, and write Hope For Ukraine on each box.
Ship or Drop Off Donations
Send supplies to our New Jersey collection site.
If you are shipping items, please use FedEx, USPS, or UPS.
If you are donating a small amount of items and are in the NYC/NJ area, we'd love to meet you at our office. Please set up an appointment by emailing info@hfu.org.
Shop Online
Shop Our Amazon Wishlist
Purchase items currently requested by Hope For Ukraine without needing to organize a physical shipment or drop-off.
Choose an item from the wishlist and complete your purchase directly through Amazon.
Shop the Amazon WishlistVolunteer in New Jersey
Make a difference from right here in New Jersey.
You can make a difference in Ukraine by volunteering right here in New Jersey. If you're passionate about restoring hope and dignity in Ukraine, join us at our headquarters in Roseland.
Local volunteer opportunities depend on current projects and organizational needs. If you would like to help, please submit a volunteer application form.
Submit a Volunteer Application
Volunteer Trips to Ukraine
Experience our work in Ukraine firsthand.
Hope For Ukraine organizes opportunities for approved volunteers to serve alongside our team and experience humanitarian programs in Ukraine.
- Prepare food kits for families and assist with distribution
- Support meal programs and hot meal distributions
- Visit medical and rehabilitation facilities
- Assist with other scheduled humanitarian distributions
A dedicated Volunteer in Ukraine page with trip details, logistics, frequently asked questions, photos, and volunteer experiences will be added separately.
Ask About Volunteer TripsVolunteer FAQ
Common questions about getting involved
How can I volunteer to help Ukraine?
You can organize a community drive, create a fundraiser, donate needed supplies, volunteer with our New Jersey team, or ask about organized volunteer trips to Ukraine.
Do I need to travel to Ukraine to volunteer?
No. You can support Hope For Ukraine from New Jersey or your own community through volunteering, donation drives, fundraising, and in-kind donations.
Where can I send donated supplies?
Supplies can be shipped using FedEx, USPS, or UPS to Extra Space Storage, Attn: Hope For Ukraine, 37 Vreeland Rd, Florham Park, NJ 07932.
What supplies does Hope For Ukraine currently accept?
Current accepted categories include non-perishable food, hygiene items, shoes, and clean clothing in good condition. Food should be unopened and not expired.
How can I volunteer in New Jersey?
Submit our volunteer application form. Local opportunities depend on current projects and organizational needs at Hope For Ukraine.
Open the volunteer application →How do I start a fundraiser for Ukraine?
Create a personal fundraising page through Hope For Ukraine, choose a goal, share your story, and invite your network to support humanitarian aid programs.
Learn more about fundraising →Get Involved
Find a way to help Ukraine today.
Whether you volunteer locally, organize a drive, fundraise, or donate supplies, your involvement can support people and communities affected by the war.