Our Mission
Ukrainian Catholic Education Foundation dba Ukrainian Catholic University Foundation (UCU Foundation) was founded in 1997 to support and fund the growth and operations of Ukrainian Catholic University (UCU) in Lviv, Ukraine. As the first Catholic university in the vast territory of the former Soviet Union, UCU is at the forefront of building a civil society in Ukraine, educating its students to be ethical and moral leaders of a new Ukraine. Through its fundraising activities in the United States, UCU Foundation assists UCU in meeting its educational and financial needs and supports its successes as the premier Catholic educational institution in Ukraine.
Our Impact
UCU Foundation funds approximately 1/3 of the total operating budget of UCU annually.*
Over $3.58MM has been raised and given towards scholarships for UCU students in the last five years.
This past year UCU Foundation funded a total of 156 scholarships for UCU students.
Over $2.73MM has been fundraised to support humanitarian relief efforts during the war.
UCU Foundation stewards a $15MM endowment for UCU’s long-term sustainability.
*5-year average
Dear Friends of UCU:
With a grateful heart, I am very pleased and proud to share LEAD. HEAL. PREPARE FOR VICTORY. — UCU Foundation’s Impact Report. Ukrainian Catholic University has accomplished much this year, both for its students and for Ukraine. You will be amazed to read about the far-reaching effects of your gifts. Thank you!
This summer I spent 12 days at UCU, meeting with students, faculty, staff, parents, supporters, and alumni. I am thrilled to share with you the many ways UCU is driving progress in Ukraine.
• On a spontaneous visit to the UCU Law Clinic, I happened upon four law school students who were using their summer vacation to volunteer their time to document war crimes, assist an IDP in finding housing and help a veteran secure his disability payment.
• At the Superhumans Center, a clinic for war victims receiving prostheses and rehabilitation support due to amputation, I was told “In terms of physical therapy, the best interns we get are from UCU. They cannot graduate them fast enough.”
• At the Mental Health Forum, co-hosted by UCU and First Lady Olena Zelenska, I witnessed how the multidisciplinary conference among professionals in many diverse fields created connections that had not previously existed. UCU’s innovative, cross-functional approach to mental health inspires people to think differently and direct change.
This Impact Report shows how your gifts have supported many dramatic steps forward in UCU’s commitment to serving its students and Ukraine. The report spans our activities from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, during which time the university launched its Strategy 2030, opened its long-anticipated UCU
Medical Clinic, and began serving veterans through its Office of the Affairs of Veterans and Their Families. It also gave 42 Ukrainian entrepreneurs a fresh direction through the first Stanford Ignite Ukraine program and expanded partnerships with leading universities in the United States.
Here in the U.S., we nourished our community of friends with thought-provoking speakers and events. Supporters gathered together at four inspiring and successful gala events and numerous other lectures, meetings, fireside chats, and festivals. We also grieved UCU’s heroes and together we honored them in the best way we can: by creating individual endowed scholarships that will let their names and legacies live on through future UCU students.
Your support of UCU has a double impact. First, your gifts change the lives of students, and then those students go on to affect change throughout Ukraine. Because of you, UCU can respond to challenges in fresh and useful ways that ensure the future of Ukraine.
Thank you for sustaining UCU as a beacon of hope and an engine for good by joining us in reimagining what is possible. Your collective commitment to UCU’s mission is what propels us forward. May God bless you for your generosity and involvement. Glory to Ukraine! Glory to our Heroes!
Sincerely,
Annetta Hewko CEO, UCU Foundation
UCU Strategy 2030: A University That Serves
With a bold agenda and generous donor support, UCU is implementing its Strategy 2030 with innovative initiatives to serve Ukraine now and into the future.
UCU Adjusts Its Strategic Plan to the Reality of War
Unveiled this year, UCU’s Strategy 2030 is a robust response to the challenges Ukrainian society and universities face while operating during and after the full-scale war. “We involved several dozen experts in creating the Strategy 2030, talked with the teams of various university departments, researched the impact of the war on human potential in Ukraine, and discussed our role in the need for reconstruction,” said Sophia Opatska, Vice-Rector of Strategic Development at UCU. “Our goal is to increase the university’s impact through various formats of interaction and learning.”
Healing the vast and complicated wounds of war is among its highest priorities.
UCU Medical Clinic Begins Transformational Healing
The UCU Medical Clinic, one of the major projects named in UCU’s Strategy 2030, opened in June 2024. It cares for patients through family medicine, mental health and comprehensive psychological therapy, physical and occupational therapy, and other ancillary services. As part of their hands-on training in patient care, UCU students in the
Health Sciences programs work in the clinic, receiving practical real-life learning in physical rehabilitation, occupational therapy, and psychological support for veterans and their families.
UCU Rector Taras Dobko emphasized: “We want to reconceptualize the Health Sciences Faculty around the theme of rehabilitation, the healing of the human body and soul, and the reintegration of the human person into the life of society.”
Due to the trauma of war, the World Health Organization estimates that there are at least 9.6 million people at risk of or living with a mental health condition in Ukraine. Through the clinic, UCU is answering Ukraine’s intense need for psychologists, social workers, and physical and occupational therapists.
UCU is Healing Veterans and Their
Families
To help and heal the thousands of returning defenders, UCU created the Office for Affairs of Veterans and Their Families. It will provide paths to education in both diploma and certificate programs, practical help with legal, psychological, and social support, and rehabilitation and physical therapy through UCU’s Medical Clinic.
Headed by Pavlo Koval, a veteran himself after 16 months of combat, the office will be a welcoming and supportive environment for the defenders who sacrificed so much.
Your Gifts Change Lives
$250,000 – Anonymous
UCU Foundation would like to recognize this transformative gift, crucial in facilitating the opening of the UCU Medical Clinic.
Easter Appeal
“We involved several dozen experts in creating the Strategy 2030, talked with the teams of various university departments, researched the impact of the war on human potential in Ukraine, and discussed our role in the need for reconstruction.”
Sophia Opatska, Vice-Rector of Strategic Development at UCU
“Our U.S. donors have been very supportive of this office,” noted Annetta Hewko, UCU Foundation CEO. “Americans appreciate the value and importance of caring for veterans and their families and reintegrating veterans into society. They wish to see these veterans living full lives in a free and democratic Ukraine.”
UCU Adjusts Its Strategic Plan to the Reality of War
The university will not be able to cover all the needs of returning soldiers, so UCU will also work with a network of partners. Collaboration is evident throughout UCU’s Strategy 2030, as the university increases its impact by engaging with partners both in Ukraine and abroad. With resources, leadership, and collaborations, UCU will continually expand its ability to serve and renew Ukraine. ■
To learn more about UCU’s Strategy 2030 please visit: strategy.ucu.edu.ua/en
Our Easter Appeal received over $26,000 from 153 U.S. donors, allowing us to begin healing and supporting returning veterans now.
These gifts are rehabilitating veterans, helping Ukrainian families cope with injury or illness, and promoting mental health among a war-torn population.
We are so happy to honor the impact our donors have helped create. From the bottom of our hearts, we thank you.
Pavlo Koval, head of the Office for Affairs of Veterans and Their Families
The Lasting Gifts of Scholarships
Read on to learn more about how two UCU students, Rev. Taras Baytsar and Tetyana Banakh, benefited from scholarships provided by donors.
Ukrainian priest Rev. Taras Baytsar is the administrator of the Transfiguration of Our Lord Parish in the village of Sknyliv and Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Philosophy and Theology at UCU. He is also an UCU graduate and past scholarship recipient.
Rev. Taras Baytsar received scholarship assistance from the Knights of Columbus Santa Maria Council 6065 in Plano, TX, a local chapter of a global Catholic fraternal service order.
As a priest, he has cultivated an active media presence, promoting Christianity, commenting on current events, and making Christian values more accessible to a wider audience—all of which are a distinct fulfillment of the faithbased scholarship encouragement he received.
Scholarship support was also powerful for Tetyana Banakh as she earned her doctorate in philosophy. Tetyana had received her bachelor’s and master’s degrees at UCU, then decided to pursue her PhD. Tetyana is blind and knew that UCU had the right environment to enable her to succeed.
”I felt the support of the community … they helped me with access to literature and the scanning of various sources because I can ‘read’ texts only in electronic format or scanned ones. Everyone helped me: professors, colleagues in the doctoral program, and other historians,” explained Banakh.
“Looking back, I realize that the scholarship was not only a significant financial relief for my family but also an important teaching moment for me. It is incredibly inspiring and moving to know that someone far away trusts you, believes in you, and wants you to grow both spiritually and intellectually.”
Rev. Taras Baytsar, UCU graduate and past scholarship recipient
Rev. Taras Baytsar
Her scholarship donor, Halyna Traversa of Estero, Florida, was very happy to have played a part in providing for her education. “I am extremely impressed with Tetyana’s academic achievements, especially given what others would consider a severe disability. It’s amazing what she accomplished as a blind student, especially given UCU’s high academic standards and the caliber of her classmates. I was very worried about her employment prospects while she was still a student, and I’m thrilled that she now has a job at UCU.“
Tetyana’s dissertation, “Polish-Ukrainian Historical Reconciliation (1989-2013)” examines the achievements and shortcomings of reconciliation efforts between the two nations and offers recommendations that could strengthen their alliance in the face of Russian aggression.
These and other scholarship donors ensure that Ukraine’s future is filled with men and women who think deeply, live faithfully and act courageously. There is no better legacy. Thank you! ■
To learn more about the impact of an UCU Scholarship, please visit: ucufoundation.org/support-ucu/scholarships
Tetyana Banakh during her defense, February 2
Good Governance Program Trains Leaders at UCU
The Good Governance Lectureship Endowment was established in 2016 by the Boston Friends of UCU to fund the Good Governance (GG) Program at UCU’s School of Public Management. The GG program is a shortterm, focused outreach project teaching administrators in private and public sectors throughout Ukraine to be better managers. Through workshops and sessions, participants are trained in the latest administrative techniques. They return to their jobs better equipped to accomplish their missions and train others in their organizations. GG program certificate earners include civil servants and representatives of different political parties, public organizations, and universities. These graduates are now active promoters of positive change in their communities and are in higher demand than ever, given the ongoing war in Ukraine.
Alicia Szendiuch, Chrystia Slywotzky and Tania Vitvitsky are Boston Friends of UCU members and leaders of their fundraising efforts. They see the GG program as serving a larger goal. “We think that training future leaders of Ukraine’s institutions at a top university is one of the best ways that we, in the Ukrainian diaspora, can help Ukraine in its evolution.”
Since 2014, the GG program has trained over 300 graduates. The support of the Boston Friends of UCU did not stop there. Thanks to the dedicated efforts of the Boston Friends’ leadership team, $18,000 was raised in 20222024 for Master of Public Administration (MPA) scholarships. These scholarships enable GG Program certificate holders to substantially enhance their skills and effectiveness by continuing their education in the MPA Program at UCU’s School of Public Management. Funds have been used to award scholarships for the best GG graduates for each school year beginning September 2022 to cover 50% of their tuition in the MPA Program.
Boston Friends of UCU members
Halyna
“The knowledge and skills I have acquired at UCU have been instrumental in my endeavors,” said Halyna Skalska, a graduate of the GG program and one of the first recipients of the Boston Friends MPA scholarship. “They have not only deepened my understanding of Ukraine’s management systems but also equipped me with the tools to effectively communicate and aid others. Moreover, they have broadened the horizons of my future aspirations, reinforcing my commitment to serving my country.
The Boston Friends also funded a seminar room in UCU’s academic building. The Boston Seminar Room was dedicated on September 16, 2013, with representatives from the Boston Chapter in attendance. A commemorative plaque was unveiled acknowledging the support of the greater Boston Community. ■
“I am profoundly grateful for your belief in my potential and for providing me with the means to pursue my educational aspirations. Your support has opened doors and empowered me to strive for excellence.”
Halyna Skalska, scholarship holder
Graduates of the master’s program in public management and administration 2024
Skalska, scholarship holder, receives a master’s degree in public management and administration.
Congratulations to the Class of 2024!
On June 22 and 23, Ukrainian Catholic University held its 25th annual commencement ceremonies for students of bachelor’s and master’s degree programs. During the ceremonies, the 30th anniversary of the revival of the Lviv Theological Academy was also celebrated.
“We are a community that strives to live according to the fruits of the Holy Spirit: peace, gentleness, patience, love. What is most important at UCU? Community. And what is community? It is relationships. We are praying that you will be masters at relationships. The Holy Spirit gives us the strength in truth to come to know, to feel, and to rejoice.”
Archbishop Borys Gudziak, President of UCU
“
..be grateful! And be people of hope. Radiate it, share it, and work with hope.”
Taras Dobko, Rector of UCU
“Difficult times stand before you. We continue the fight for the right to our existence. But it’s most important to remember: in order to fight not only in life but to the death, you need to have the certainty that God is on your side. We have such certainty.”
Olena Dzhezhora, historian and professor of the History Department of the UCU Humanities Faculty
“Today is a special day of gratitude. Today, we’re in gowns because someone is in military uniform. We have defended our diploma work because we are defended by those about whom the Bible says: ‘No one has greater love than this, to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.’ The future lies before us because our defenders did not allow it to be taken away. Today we take responsibility to live two lives, to love, to work and to dream two times more for those who hold the shield… Let us work with sacrifice so that future generations who come within these walls will be proud of their parents and country, which we need to build and rebuild.”
Yuliya Popudnyk, UCU’s 2024 salutatorian, a graduate of the Ethics-Politics-Economics program and co-founder of the literary initiative “Whispers”
“UCU gives you its experience, not just any experience but God’s providence in the life of the Ukrainian people. Act bravely, be grateful, live joyfully, judge not! Have high goals for society, fly freely, but be sure that you will not always face calm skies on the way to the goals you dream of!”
The first rector of the revived LTA was Rev. Mykhailo Dymyd, scholar, doctor of Eastern Canon Law, and professor of UCU’s Department of Pastoral Theology
UCU Graduates
This Year Winter: 65
Summer: 592
Total: 657
319 Bachelor’s degrees
338 Master’s degrees
3 Ph.D.’s were defended
YOUR IMPACT: Scholarship Support at UCU
385 named scholarships awarded for the 2023-2024 academic year
53% of UCU students are receiving full or partial scholarship support
931
students in bachelor’s and master’s programs received over $2 million in scholarship assistance
35 seminarians were awarded named scholarships
50 seminary graduates are chaplains (in military, medical, academic settings)
UCU students come from the top 10% of high school graduates in Ukraine Without scholarship support, many of these students would not be able to continue their education at UCU
$700,000+ was donated from U.S. donors for scholarships, including: $69,000 from earnings on endowments
U.S. scholarship support provided:
• 10 Ph.D. scholarships
• 32 annual scholarships with room and board
• 72 academic annual scholarships
• 42 semester scholarships 156 total!
Annual tuition at UCU: $4,200
Student requests for need-based scholarship support continue to increase:
• 2021-22: 189
• 2022-23: 270
• 2023-24: 389
• 498 students applied for need-based scholarships for 2024-25
UCU’s Fallen Heroes Honored by U.S. Donors
Each of these nine brave men gave their lives in the fight against Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Each of them was a student or graduate of UCU, and we mourn their loss as heroes, and as cherished members of our community.
At UCU Foundation we are privileged to honor these heroes with endowed scholarships. Our goal is to fully fund these named scholarships so the defenders will live on through the education of leaders who will rebuild Ukraine.
Thanks to many generous donors, we have made great progress towards this goal. We are so grateful for the tremendous support we have received from our U.S. donors. It is a beautiful reflection of our shared values of freedom, education, and democratic government –values for which these heroes gave their lives.
Our most recent endowed scholarship is in honor of Ivan Paramonov, a graduate of the UCU Institute of Leadership and Management. Ivan lost his life defending Ukraine on June 8, 2024, during a combat mission near Kharkiv. He had joined the ranks of the Armed Forces voluntarily in February of 2024, because “he could not watch from the window how his country is suffering.”
These heroes joined the Armed Forces because they wanted to live for their country. These endowed scholarships allow them to do that. Thank you! Eternal memory and glory to the Heroes! ■
To honor these heroes, please designate your gift by the hero’s name or indicate that you would like to support all of UCU’s Fallen Heroes.
TOTAL RAISED WORLDWIDE:
$476,000
186
U.S. DONORS
211 DONATIONS
$400,000
TOTAL FUNDS RAISED FROM U.S. As of April, 2024.
University Partnerships Bring Opportunities
One of the most powerful goals of UCU’s Strategy 2030 is to create partnerships with leading universities around the world. These collaborations expose UCU students to the brightest and most innovative thinkers, and they also open and sustain conversations around Ukraine, its true history, and its place in the world’s future.
UCU and Notre Dame –20 Years of Solidarity
UCU and the University of Notre Dame share a close kinship in faith, academic excellence and commitment to outreach. The two universities have seen many fruitful results from their partnership as they inspire and support each other.
Deepening the Bond
After the Russian invasion in 2022, Notre Dame expanded its solidarity with UCU. The Nanovic Institute for European Studies at the University of Notre Dame has hosted more than 20 UCU faculty members as part of its visiting scholars program. Notre Dame began three new research projects with UCU: the Faculty Collaboration Grant Program, the Curriculum/Course Development Grants and the Library Guest Scholars Program.
George Enderle, a retired professor at Notre Dame and UCU scholarship supporter, is clear about the value of the connection between the two universities and how he feels about supporting Ukraine and UCU Students.
In 2022, Archbishop Borys Gudziak received an honorary degree from Notre Dame and was the principal speaker at their 177th commencement ceremonies.
The two universities signed a Memorandum of Understanding to develop projects in fields of shared interest and expertise, and as part of Notre Dame Day 2023, Nanovic Institute fundraised on behalf of UCU for its research and scholarly projects.
“For us in America, it’s all the more important that we keep our connections and support the school and the scholars. Without highly educated young individuals, the country cannot have a bright future.”
George Enderle, retired professor at Notre Dame and UCU scholarship supporter
Archbishop Borys Gudziak chats with University of Notre Dame President Rev. John I. Jenkins, C.S.C. on the campus of Ukrainian Catholic University.
Fighting for Freedom of Thought
Notre Dame is committed to keeping Ukraine free from the corruption rampant in the Soviet occupation days. “The iron curtain could come down again,” says James McAdams, professor at the Nanovic Institute. “So we’re working hard to build bridges among universities that will help them speak truth to power.”
This rewarding partnership continues to be nurtured and expanded this year, with new research, hosted visits, and educational opportunities offered for the mutual benefit of both universities.
UCU and Stanford Collaborate to Empower Ukrainian Entrepreneurs
In March, UCU and Stanford University brought 42 Ukrainian entrepreneurs and the Silicon Valley community together in a
6-week program to bolster and mentor the business owners. The first half of the program took place online through UCU’s Center for Entrepreneurship accelerator; the second half took place on Stanford’s campus in California where the participants learned from Stanford professors, invited speakers, representatives of venture funds, investors, and other experts.
Nataliya Anon, a Director of the Ukrainian Catholic University Foundation, partner of UCU, helped start the program, which will continue for 4 more years. She has lived in the U.S. for over 20 years, where she founded her own IT company.
“Earning an MBA at the Stanford Graduate School of Business 23 years ago, I dreamed that Ukrainian entrepreneurs would also gain knowledge and experience from professors at one of the world’s best business schools, to help them compete in international markets. This will help strengthen Ukraine’s economic power in such a difficult time,” said Nataliya Anon.
UCU’s Newest Partnership with Villanova University
In November 2023, Villanova University welcomed UCU Rector Taras Dobko, Ph.D., to its campus. The two universities have similar academic pursuits and plan to collaborate in fields of mutual interest. In April, the two universities agreed to a three-year Memorandum of Understanding exploring joint research programs, conferences, virtual exchanges, future immersion programs, shared curricula and more. Catherine Stecyk, Director, Villanova Center for Research and Fellowships & Presidential Scholars Program facilitated the partnership. She is an UCU Foundation Board Member.
We are grateful for the commitment of these and all our esteemed partners and collaborators! ■
Stanford Ignite Ukraine program participants
Left to right: Taras Dobko, Catherine Stecyk, Inya Chehade, Melanie Menkevich, Global Programs Specialist, Villanova University
We asked our Board of Directors:
Why Do You Support UCU?
“I have joined the UCU Foundation Board, driven by my passion to help Ukraine in its fight for independence and basic human dignity. I am inspired by the powerful story of UCU which cultivates the new ethical leaders of Ukraine in today’s trying times of war and for the future.”
Nataliya Anon
“I support UCU because I believe the best way to guarantee a prosperous future for Ukraine is to invest in its young people, preparing them to be ethical and moral future leaders. UCU attracts the best and brightest students who not only excel in academics, but also engage in service learning to provide community support in response to Russia’s brutal invasion. The university is innovative, resourceful and resilient, and is playing a crucial role in the rebuilding of Ukraine.”
Anne Chermak Dillen
“Ukraine has become an example of stability, defending the values of humanity and democracy for the whole world. We are steadfast in our belief and desire to protect human freedom and dignity. UCU always stands on the side of good, truth and justice, and our students are the guides of light and knowledge. I have been working at Ukrainian Catholic University for over 30 years. During this time, UCU became not only the project of my life, but also my home, and the UCU community has become my family. Shared values and big goals are what unite thousands of people around our university.”
Natalya Klymovska
“UCU deserves all our support for educating the future leaders of Ukraine to be smart, strong, compassionate, innovative problem solvers grounded with a strong moral compass as they become the foundation of Ukraine’s civil society.”
Dzvinka Kryshtalowych
“I initially became involved with the UCU Foundation and supported UCU partly because of family ties. Quickly I realized that this was one of the best investments one could make in Ukraine. The closer I drew to UCU, visited it, and came to know the rectorate, staff, students and alumni, I saw how it was an oasis of values and great spirit, and understood how it had transformed lives. In time, I observed how it began to transform Ukraine. The growth of UCU, both in terms of physical campus and impact on Ukraine, has been nothing short of astounding. It is a joy and privilege to work for such a wonderful common cause, with like-minded, competent and dedicated colleagues at the UCUF Board.”
Andrew Lencyk
“Beyond advocacy and sharing reputable information about Ukraine, I believe that the best way anyone can help Ukraine is to invest in its people and in the organizations doing good work to promote a bright future. Ukrainian Catholic University (UCU) is a transformational institution focused on cultivating innovative leaders, critical thinkers, and positive social change. Support for UCU is support for a modern, free Ukraine and its democratic, prosperous, and peaceful future.”
Catherine Stecyk
“I can’t think of anything more rewarding than doing my small part to help UCU fulfill its mission. The UCU team inspires me, and I’m honored to play a role in supporting their work.”
Taras Szmagala, Jr., Chairman of the Board
Building Culture and Community All Year Long
Ukrainian Festivals
UCU Foundation staff and volunteers participated in many Ukrainian festivals around the country. We are grateful to our Friends Committee volunteers who helped us run our tables and all those who stopped by to learn more about our University.
OCTOBER 2023
JULY 1, 2023JUNE 30, 2024
Throughout the U.S., UCU supporters found ways to meet, share their love of Ukraine and empower the university in its mission.
New York City 20th Annual Luncheon to Benefit UCU
The New York City Friends of UCU Committee together with UCU Foundation held their 20th Annual Luncheon to Benefit UCU which raised $450,000. Guests heard from inspirational speakers, including Dr. Taras Dobko, Rector of UCU, Ambassador Larisa Galadza, Archbishop Borys Gudziak, Ambassador John E. Herbst, and Rev. Dr. Bohdan Prach. The efforts of the New York Friends of UCU Committee, a dedicated group of volunteers co-chaired by Irene Jarosewich, Ania Shpook, and Andrew Lencyk were crucial to the success of this memorable event.
NOVEMBER 2023
San Francisco Annual Banquet to Benefit UCU
The San Francisco Friends of UCU welcomed guests to an inspiring evening at McLaren Hall on the campus of the University of San Francisco where they raised close to $80,000 for UCU. Dr. Taras Dobko, Rector of UCU, shared an overview of the past year and his vision for the future. Yossi Feinberg, Professor of Management and Economics at Stanford University’s Graduate School of Business, introduced an exciting partnership with UCU called Stanford Ignite Ukraine. This was the fourth major fundraiser initiated at the University of San Francisco by UCU Foundation Board member Anne Chermak Dillen.
Naples Inaugural Banquet
The newly-formed Naples Friends of UCU Committee welcomed 150 guests to its inaugural banquet in Florida. It was a unique opportunity to meet and converse with many new friends as well as long-time UCU supporters. This first-time event raised over $200,000. We are so grateful for the efforts of the Naples Friends of UCU Committee: Frank Annese, Marie Shandor, Halyna Traversa and Natalie A. Santarsiero.
FEBRUARY 2024
Chicago 20th Annual Banquet to Benefit UCU
The Chicago Friends of UCU hosted their 20th Annual Banquet to benefit UCU. More than 200 guests attended, and over $330,000 was raised for UCU. Speakers included Cardinal Blase J. Cupich; John Hewko, General Secretary and CEO of Rotary International and The Rotary Foundation; Kurt Volker, Distinguished Fellow at the Center for European Policy Analysis (CEPA); Sister Donna Markham, O.P., Ph.D., recently retired CEO of Catholic Charities U.S.; and Larisa Galadza, Canada’s recent Ambassador to Ukraine. The efforts of the Chicago Friends of UCU committee, chaired by Halyna and Lev Holubec, were key to the success of this memorable event.
Day of Reflection
The day after the Naples Banquet, UCU Foundation hosted its first Day of Reflection with Archbishop Borys Gudziak, who led the group through a passionate discussion on the global struggle between good and evil and the nature of truth and falsehood.
Stanford Ignite Networking Reception
UCU Foundation and the Consulate General of Ukraine in San Francisco co-hosted a networking reception that marked the beginning of the Stanford Ignite Ukraine program, an educational opportunity for Ukrainian entrepreneurs created in collaboration
between Stanford University and UCU. The reception included remarks from Penny Pritzker, former U.S. Special Representative for Ukraine’s Economic Recovery and former Secretary of Commerce; Michael McFaul, Director of the Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies at Stanford University; Nataliya Anon, CEO & Founder of Svitla Systems and UCU board member; and Stanford professor Yossi Feinberg. The Stanford Ignite Ukraine program was partially underwritten by Nataliya Anon, who is an alumna of the Stanford Graduate School of Business. As a member of the UCU Foundation board and a proud supporter of UCU, she has played a key role in the program’s development.
MARCH 2024
UCU Meets the Moment
To commemorate the solemn second anniversary of the full-scale invasion of Russia in Ukraine, UCU Foundation and
UCU co-hosted a global Zoom event. UCU provided a powerful, hopeful look at how the university educates its students while providing healing, hope, and humanitarian support to Ukraine in practical and spiritual ways. The speakers included UCU Rector Taras Dobko, UCU President Archbishop Borys Gudziak, and faculty and students from UCU.
Michigan-area Supporters Meet with Sophia Opatska, Vice-Rector of Strategic Development at UCU
A small-group Fireside Chat was held at the TeaHaus in Ann Arbor, MI. This event was underwritten by the Hewko families and was organized with the help of Roma Gudziak and Ksenia Kozak. It was a unique opportunity to have an intimate, in-depth dialogue with UCU’s Sophia Opatska about the situation in Ukraine, its impact on UCU, and how UCU is delivering on its mission despite the challenging circumstances of war.
UCU and You: Volunteer, Mentor, Learn at UCU
UCU supporters around the world tuned in to learn about ways to volunteer their time both virtually and in person to connect with students of Ukrainian Catholic University. Presentations were given by UCU’s English Summer School (ESS) program, the School of Ukrainian Language (SOUL), and a new mentor service learning program. Many volunteers traveled to Ukraine this summer to participate in person.
Sophia Opatska Visits Leading Universities in the U.S.
Sophia Opatska, Vice-Rector of Strategic Development at UCU, visited four U.S. universities to discuss the future of war in Ukraine, highlighting the pivotal role of education and innovation. Her lecture tour included stops at the Perry World House at the University of Pennsylvania, Villanova University, Seton Hall University and the William Davidson Institute at the University of Michigan.
Marta Kolomayets’s
Memory Honored with Premiere of Documentary Film ‘Marta’ and Memorial Service
Marta Kolomayets’s memory was honored with a Divine Liturgy presided over by Archbishop Borys Gudziak and the premiere of the film “Marta,” a documentary about her life. The film was created by Anna Kolisnyk, a graduate of the UCU School of Journalism and Communication and the first recipient of the scholarship in memory of Marta. Marta was a journalist, long-time director of the Fulbright Program in Ukraine, head of numerous educational, public, and media projects, and UCU supporter. At the event, UCU announced the launch of the Marta Kolomayets Memorial Internship Fund, dedicated to honoring the memory of Marta and supporting students of the UCU School of Journalism and Communication.
APRIL 2024
Ukraine
Action Summit
The Ukraine Action Summit in Washington, D.C. was a fantastic occasion of unity and advocacy.
UCU Foundation CEO Annetta Hewko and Chief Development Officer Alex Kuzma met with many supporters and activists from all over the country. They rallied to lend their voices to the idea that it is time to put people’s lives ahead of politics. The 2-day Summit reminded us all about the power of coming together for a common cause.
Cleveland-Area Supporters
Meet with Andrii Yasinovskyi, Dean of UCU’s Humanities Department
Andrii Yasinovskyi, Dean of the UCU Humanities Department, welcomed UCU supporters to a fireside chat, “Restoring Ukraine’s Narrative.” The small group event took place at the home of Mark and Daria Jakubowycz in Cleveland, OH. It was underwritten by the Friends of UCU Committee in Cleveland and organized with the help of UCU Chair of the Board Taras Szmagala, Jr. and his wife Helen Jarem. The chat was a unique opportunity to have an intimate, in-depth dialogue with the Dean about the situation in Ukraine, its impact on UCU, and how UCU is delivering on its mission of educating future leaders despite the challenging circumstances of war.
MAY 2024
Philadelphia Friends of UCU and UCU Foundation
Present Successful ‘Perelaz’ Folk-Gala at St. Michael’s Parish
On May 11th, the UCU Foundation and the Philadelphia Friends of UCU Committee held their signature fundraiser, “Perelaz” – a unique event that invites friends to “cross over the fence” and join UCU. Guests were invited to don their most beloved Ukrainian embroidery (“vyshyvanky”) to support Ukraine and to celebrate the successes of Ukrainian Catholic University. Guest speakers included UCU Foundation CEO Annetta Hewko; Canadian syndicated columnist Diane Francis of the Atlantic Council Eurasia Center; U.S. Ambassador John Herbst; Metropolitan Archbishop Borys Gudziak; program co-MC Christine Brozyna and panel discussion moderator Melinda Haring, Senior Advisor to Razom for Ukraine. The event attracted over 200 guests and raised over $137,000 for the university. The efforts of the Philadelphia Friends of UCU Committee, chaired by Ihor Sydoryak, were crucial to the success of this memorable event.
UCU Foundation Honored with Significant Estate Gifts
In the 2023-24 fiscal year, UCU Foundation was honored to receive many generous legacy gifts.
Martha Borodayko
Martha Borodayko supported UCU Foundation since 1998. She served on the Chicago Friends of UCU Committee for several years helping to organize the annual banquets. Loved and respected in the Chicago Ukrainian community, Martha was very committed to her parish – St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral and St. Nicholas Catholic School. As an educator herself, she cherished her religious and cultural heritage and supported Catholic education.
Helene Klymkiw
Helene Klymkiw is another Chicagoan who was devoted to her parish – Sts. Volodymyr and Olha Ukrainian Catholic Church – and to many Ukrainian causes. Helene cared deeply about Ukraine and its future. Her generous legacy gift of more than $50,000 will support UCU’s mission and help the university continue to face the challenges of wartime.
Irena
Holubowsky Case
UCU Foundation deeply values Martha’s generosity and volunteer work during her lifetime and is so grateful for her very generous legacy gift of $150,000. This gift will help UCU to fulfill its 2030 Strategy.
Irena Holubowsky Case supported UCU with her annual donations since 1999. She was steadfast in her Ukrainian identity, joyous in her faith in God, and passionate about gardening, reading and stewardship of the land. A mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, she devoted her life to family. At her request, her legacy gift of $10,000 will be directed to scholarships and humanitarian aid.
Steve J. Popovich
Steve J. Popovich was a U.S. Army Veteran and a member of the Ukrainian Cleveland community. He faithfully supported UCU since 2007 and left a legacy gift of $10,000 to support its work.
UCU Foundation also received generous gifts from the estates of Eugene Floersch, Irene Jablonsky, Anton Piszczak and Joseph Danko.
Eternal gratitude and eternal memory to our generous legacy and lifetime donors! ■
Corporate Matching Gifts
UCU Foundation is grateful to our supporters who participate in their corporate matching gift programs. Corporate matching is a powerful way to increase the impact of a financial contribution, and UCU is so thankful to be the beneficiary of that generosity.
We were recently reclassified in Benevity, which means that if you were previously unable to use corporate matching for your gift to UCU Foundation, you may be able to do so now. Please contact your HR department and ask if UCU Foundation (currently listed as Ukrainian Catholic Education Foundation with Benevity) is now eligible for your matching program. Such a small step can double your donation.
Thank
you to our Corporate Matching Gift Partners:
AbbVie Matching Gifts
Amsted Industries Foundation
Aviva Investors Americas Matching Gift Program
Bank of America Matching Gifts now known as The Bank of America Charitable Foundation, Inc.
Bristol-Myers Squibb Foundation
Caterpillar Foundation Matching Gifts Program
Charles Stewart Mott Foundation
Chevron Matching Employee Funds
Costco
Donation Xchange
Eaton Matching Gift
Ethel & James Flinn Foundation Matching Gifts Donor
Fidelity Charitable
Goldman Sachs Matching Gift Program
Grantham, Mayo, Van Otterloo & Co. LLC
Johnson & Johnson Foundation
JPMorgan Chase Foundation
Merck Foundation
Meredith Corporation Foundation
Microsoft Matching Gifts Program
Morgan Stanley
Pfizer Foundation Matching Gifts Program
Phoenix Life Insurance Company
PIMCO Foundation
Roche Matching Gifts & Employee Volunteer Prog.
S & P Global
Sempra Energy Foundation
The Benevity Community Impact Fund
The GE Foundation
The Lubrizol Foundation
UBS Employee Giving Program
“It goes without saying that doubling or tripling (yes, some corporations offer this!) the value of a charitable donation is a prudent way to contribute to a worthy cause. And what more worthy cause is it than to invest in the human capital that will rebuild Ukraine? Rebuilding without goals or guiding principles is shortsighted. The value of an education offered by UCU enhances the possibility that decisions made by UCU graduates will have the necessary moral and ethical background to make the right decisions. Let’s make that happen sooner and on a wider scale by utilizing charitable funds provided by the corporations that we work for or have retired from!”
Ted Shatynski, Retired Assistant General Counsel –Patents, Johnson & Johnson
Endowments Created in 2023–2024
Creating an endowment makes you a lasting part of Ukrainian Catholic University. Your gift is not spent in one year. The endowment principal remains invested and the return on investment is used to nurture future generations of ethical and compassionate leaders. The fruits of this investment will have a major impact on life at UCU and the development of its academic programs. An endowment can fund the core operations of the University, student scholarships, professorships, and faculty programs so that the academic leaders of Ukraine continue to teach and lead at UCU. UCU Foundation proudly stewards 63 named endowments in support of Ukrainian Catholic University totaling over $15MM.
The Rev. Julian and Sophia (Turczan) Koczerzuk Pastoral Theology Endowed Professorship Fund
In honor of their grandparents, Dr. Gregory and Maura Harris, congressman Dr. Andrew and Nicole Harris, and Steven Harris and Raina Wissing established The Rev. Julian and Sophia (Turczan) Koczerzuk Pastoral Theology Endowed Professorship Fund for Ukrainian Catholic University.
In March 2024, the Harrises completed their initial pledge collectively contributing over $250,000 to fund the endowment to support the work of professors. Dr. Gregory and
Maura Harris then generously pledged an additional $250,000 to bring this fund to a full professorship endowment.
The Fund will support the teaching and academic work of professors in pastoral theology and be a lasting tribute to the legacy of Rev. Julian Koczerzuk and the four generations of parish priests in his family.
Rev. Julian Koczerzuk was born in 1889 and entered the priesthood in what is today the “Halychyna” region of Ukraine. In 1919, he was ordained by Blessed Most Rev. Hryhoriy Khomyshyn, bishop of Stanislaviv, now Ivano-Frankivsk. His wife Sophia came from a family of educators. Together, they tended to their “flock” of relatively poor Ukrainian farmers. During World War II, Rev. Koczerzuk
was separated from his family and found refuge in Vienna. He was welcomed into St. Barbara’s church where he dutifully served until leaving for the Displaced Persons Camp in Salzburg, Austria and then onto America in 1950. From 1951, Rev. Julian served in St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church in Newark, New Jersey, until he passed away in 1972. He was deeply respected by parishioners and the Ukrainian community.
Pastoral theology gives a practical expression to theology and addresses social issues like family violence, child protection, poverty, refugees, and people in need. A huge task now is to provide meaningful pastoral support for veterans and their families as well as refugees, people in the war zone, and those with mental health issues.
Dr. Andrew Harris, Dr. Gregory Harris and Steven Harris with their late mother Irene Koczerzuk Harris
UCU professors are involved in forming all-national pastoral initiatives. Recently, at the request of the Synod of Bishops of the Ukrainian Catholic Church, UCU took part in developing the “Healing the Wounds of War” educational program, which provides training in mental health, pastoral care and theology. The main goal is to train priests to offer professional help and care to those affected by the war. Three thousand pastors will participate in the program.
This very special endowment will help UCU fulfill one of the most vital points of its Strategy 2030, healing the wounds of war, especially invisible ones.
Petro Maksym Krup Scholarship Endowment
Oleh and Vera Krup established a perpetual endowed scholarship fund in memory of their son, Petro Maksym. The fund will provide scholarships to deserving undergraduate or graduate students in the law program based on merit and need. First preference will be given to female students from Lviv and Lviv Oblast.
Petro Maksym Krup was born in 1985, the son of Oleh and Vera and brother of Danylo. Raised in Stamford, Connecticut, he was a graduate of the Fairfield College Preparatory School and the University of Michigan, where he earned a degree in Economics. He also attended 12 years of Ukrainian Saturday studies in New York City and was an active member of Plast during this time. He enjoyed many extracurricular activities in his youth including soccer, tennis, skiing, and scuba diving, and played rugby during high school.
He was a man of many interests, and after spending the early part of his professional career living in New York City working in finance, he decided to pursue more creative endeavors. He apprenticed as a glassblower, trained as a woodworker, and then began a career in healthcare near Burlington, VT, where he provided compassionate care to hospital patients before and after treatment and during longer stays. He enjoyed fishing (including competitively), woodworking, antiquing, cheesemaking and reading and collecting history and philosophy books.
Petro was an extremely sensitive and empathetic person with a deep sense of justice and love for Ukraine. He was always there for those most in need and beloved by his family, friends, and many in the behavioral health system. Petro passed away too soon in 2023 and remains deeply missed by all whose lives he touched.
“Unlike material possessions, which can be lost or taken away, education and knowledge can never be taken away from any individual. This is why we feel, as donors, that our perpetual donation will prepare our youth for the future growth and prosperity of Ukraine.“
Oleh & Vera Krup
Petro Maksym Krup
Oleh and Vera Krup
The Plast USA Endowed Scholarship Fund
Plast Ukrainian Scouting Organization - USA (Plast USA), through Scouts for Ukraine, raised $100,000 to endow a permanent scholarship for the Ukrainian Catholic University. The fund will provide scholarships for spouses and children of Plast scouts who were killed in the RussiaUkrainian War and Plast scouts who are valiantly defending Ukraine.
All are invited to contribute to this permanent scholarship fund so that more Plast scoutdefenders and their families can pursue a higher education.
The Rev. Dr. Bohdan Prach Endowed Scholarship Fund
The New York Friends of UCU honored Rev. Bohdan Prach for his dedicated work as UCU Rector for the last 10 years by creating an endowed scholarship fund in his name. The first installments for this new endowment were made by Self Reliance (NY) Federal Credit Union and The Lydia Jarosewich Family Trust in memory of Nadiya Voynarovska and Liubomyr Makarushka. Everyone who would like to honor Rev. Prach for his work can contribute a gift to this endowment.
Rev. Bohdan Prach is a priest of the Ukrainian Catholic Church, Doctor of Philosophy, civic activist, leading scholar in the field of church history, and UCU senator.
“The brave defenders of Ukraine will need support and resources when the war is over – and an important part of that support will be access to quality higher education. Although we can never repay their sacrifice, we can honor these heroes by giving their families access to a world-class education, uplifting themselves and future generations of Ukrainians.”
Andriy Kozak, Advisory Board member of Plast USA and Chairman of Scouts for Ukraine
As rector of Ukrainian Catholic University from 2013 to 2023, he fostered the development of the university, confirming its reputation as a university of the future, one which serves. Under his leadership, the university tripled in size while coping with the coronavirus pandemic and the first year of the full-scale war in Ukraine. The Rev. Prach now serves as UCU’s Vice President.
From 1998-2007, Fr. Prach was Rector of Holy Spirit Seminary in Lviv. He earned the degree of a habilitated doctor at the Ukrainian Free University in Munich, Germany, and is the author of four monographs and 15 publications on church history in various scholarly Ukrainian and international journals. Fr. Prach is currently the head of the advisory council of the charitable fund Unbroken, which provides rehabilitation and prosthetics for veterans of the Russia-Ukraine War.
In 2001, he headed the Organizational Committee for Pope John Paul II’s visit to Ukraine. Fr. Prach has executive construction experience in building churches in both Ukraine and Poland and in the construction of the academic and residence buildings of Holy Spirit Seminary and Ukrainian Catholic University. In 2008, he received a government award in Ukraine for his work in the field of architecture. From 2011 to 2012 he headed the committee for the renovation of St. Sophia Cathedral in Rome, which was built in the late 1960s by Patriarch Josyf Slipyj and is part of the complex of Pope St. Clement Ukrainian Catholic University in Rome.
Fr. Bohdan Prach is a bulwark, spiritual mentor, and leader of the community of Ukrainian Catholic University. ■
The Rev. Dr. Bohdan Prach
Financials
Below are the unaudited financials for July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024. Once completed, the final audited financials will be published on our website.
5,480,803
2,157,499
Public Support $ 7,638,302 Grants and Expenses Grants and other UCU Support $ 5,352,763
$ 1,969,400
Total Grants & Expenses $ 7,322,163
FUNDING PRIORITIES
General Operating Support
Unrestricted gifts have the greatest impact and are critical to sustain the University’s operations. They also provide essential, flexible funding for innovative initiatives and allow the university leadership to address top priorities as the needs arise.
Student Scholarships
UCU Foundation raises funds to support student education at all levels of learning at the university to ensure that the brightest students in Ukraine can receive a world-class education.
Professorships
UCU Foundation raises funds to support professorships. These funds support UCU professors’ academic endeavors, research development, and salaries so UCU can retain and attract the most talented and effective professors and visionary scholars in the country.
Endowed Funds
UCU Foundation manages a $15MM Endowment Fund in the United States which includes 64 established endowed funds. The Endowment Fund continues to expand annually and ensures the sustainability and future of UCU. Dividends are distributed annually to support the university. Individual funds support a variety of needs, including scholarships, professorships, academic research and programs.
Institutional Partners
UCU Foundation is grateful for the support of our exceptional institutional partners — many of whom have supported UCU from its inception. We also welcome and thank our new partners.
Ukrainian-American Organizations
Antonovych Foundation, Omelan and Tatiana Inc.
Basilian Fathers in the United States
Basilian Sisters, Basilian Spirituality Center, Fox Chase Manor, PA
Canada-Ukraine Foundation
Chicago Friends of UCU
Christ the King Ukrainian Catholic Church, Boston, MA
Consulate General of Ukraine in Chicago, Serhiy Koledov, Consul
Consul General of San Francisco, Dmytro Kushneruk, Consul
CYM Ukrainian American Youth Association
Eparchy of St. Josaphat in Parma, Bohdan Danylo, Eparch
Eparchy of St. Nicholas in Chicago, Benedict Aleksiychuk, Eparch
Eparchy of Stamford, Paul Chomnycky, Eparch
Greater Boston Friends of UCU
Greater Cleveland Friends of UCU
House of Ukraine, San Diego, CA
Hromada
Hromovytsia Dance Ensemble of Chicago
Immaculate Conception Parish, San Francisco, CA
Immaculate Conception Ukrainian
Byzantine
Catholic Church/Palatine
Los Angeles Friends of UCU
Lypynsky East European Research Institute, Inc.
Metropolitan Archeparchy of Philadelphia, Borys Gudziak, Metropolitan Archbishop
Metropolitan Andrey Sheptytsky Institute, Ottawa Canada
Michigan Friends of UCU
Naples Friends of UCU
Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish, Los Angeles, CA
New York Friends of UCU
Nova UA Federal Credit Union, Clifton, NJ
Philadelphia Friends of UCU
Plast Ukrainian Scouting Organization
Pokrova Ukrainian Catholic Parish, Parma, OH
Razom for Ukraine
Revived Soldiers Ukraine
Salvatorian Mission Warehouse
San Francisco Friends of UCU
Self Rreliance Association of American Ukrainians, NY, NY
SelfrReliance Foundation and Self Rreliance Federal Credit Union, Chicago, IL
Selfreliance New York Federal Credit Union, NY, NY
Shevchenko Scientific Society
St. Basil College, Stamford, CT
St. Demetrius Ukrainian Catholic Church, Belfield, ND
St. George’s Ukrainian Catholic Church, New York, NY
St. Josaphat Cathedral, Parma, OH
St. Josaphat Seminary, Washington, D.C.
St. Joseph the Betrothed Parish, Chicago, IL
St. Nicholas Cathedral School, Chicago, IL
St. Nicholas Cathedral, Chicago, IL
Sts. Volodymyr & Olha Parish, Chicago, IL
Suma Yonkers Federal Credit Union, Yonkers, NY
Sunlight Ukraine Project
The Heritage Foundation of First Security FSB
The Maria-Hulai-Lion Foundation
The US - Ukraine Business Council
U.S. - Ukraine Foundation
Ukraine Action Coalition
Ukrainian American Bar Association
Ukrainian American Veterans Association
Ukrainian Catholic Education Foundation - Canada
Ukrainian Congress Committee of America
Ukrainian Cultural Center, Chicago, IL
Ukrainian Education and Cultural Center, Jenkintown, PA
Ukrainian Institute of America, NY, NY
Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art, Chicago, IL
Ukrainian Medical Association of North America
Ukrainian Museum-Archives, Cleveland, OH
Ukrainian Museum, NY, NY
Ukrainian National Association
Ukrainian National Museum, Chicago, IL
Ukrainian National Women’s League of America [UNWLA]
Ukrainian Patriarchal Society
Ukrainian Selfreliance Federal Credit Union of Philadelphia
Ukrainian Studies Fund
Yevshan Ukrainian Vocal Ensemble of Connecticut
U.S.-based Universities
Harvard Ukrainian Research Institute
Indiana University
Loras College
Loyola University, Chicago, IL
Manor College, Jenkintown, PA
Nanovic Institute of the University of Notre Dame, South Bend, IN
Skalny Center for Polish and East European Studies, University of Rochester
Stanford University
Thomas J. Dodd Center for Human Rights, University of Connecticut
University of Connecticut
University of Connecticut School of Business
University of Connecticut School of Law
University of Notre Dame
University of Rochester
University of Rochester Press
University of San Francisco
Villanova University
Others
American Schools and Hospitals Association (USAID)
Archdiocese of New York, Cardinal Timothy Dolan
Association for Slavic, East European, & Eurasian Studies, Catholic University of America
CNEWA
EWTN Global Catholic Television
Jamestown Ukraine Relief Project
Joint Civic Committee of Italian Americans
Lilly Family School of Philanthropy
Lynde and Harry Bradley Foundation
Napa Institute, Napa, CA
National Endowment for Democracy
Passionist Nuns of St. Laius County
Raskob Foundation
St. Ambrose Catholic Parish, Brunswick
The Koch Foundation
United States Agency for International Development (USAID)
United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
Archdiocese of Chicago
Inya Chehade, UCU Foundation’s Chief Growth Officer, attended Self Reliance New York Federal Credit Union’s 73rd Annual Membership Meeting where she met with Bohdan Kurchak, President of Self Reliance New York Federal Credit Union. From the university’s inception, Self Reliance NY FCU has been a long-time partner and generous supporter of Ukrainian Catholic University.
UNWLA members at the New York Friends of UCU 20th Annual Gala Luncheon in New York City. UNWLA has been a visionary supporter and partner of Ukrainian Catholic University, providing initial and sustained funding to create a Women’s Studies Program at UCU.
Board of Directors
Taras Szmagala, Jr. Director, Chairman and President
Nataliya Anon Director
Anne Chermak Dillen Director
Taras Ferencevych* Director
Natalia Klymovska Director
Dzvinka Kryshtalowych Director
Andrew Lencyk Director and Secretary
Boris Lushniak
Director
Dan Schmidt
Director
Catherine Stecyk
Director
*Through March 2024
Management
Annetta Hewko Chief Executive Officer
Inya Chehade Chief Growth Officer
Alexander B. Kuzma Chief Development Officer
Donor Relations
Yulia Komar Director of Legacy Giving
Matthew Matuszak Manager of Grants and Publications
Olha Zarichynska Donor Relationship Manager