UCU Foundation Impact Report

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.

Benefactor’s Circle

ENDOWMENT SUPPORT

UCU for Future Generations

Benefactor’s Circle recognizes dedicated supporters who have laid a strong foundation for the flourishing and sustainability of Ukrainian Catholic University through an endowment.

A strong endowment provides secure financial foundations for the university, increasing its ability to withstand future challenges and embrace new opportunities for growth and innovation.

You are welcome to join this visionary group and become a permanent partner in building a free and prosperous Ukraine for future generations with your endowment for UCU.

Anonymous (2)

Luba Bac†

Ivan Bereznicki † and Mariana Bereznicki Chaikovsky

Boston Friends of UCU

Michael and Irena Boyko †

Olena Boyko

Friends of Bryon Brindel

Veterans’ Brotherhood “Brody-Lew”

Guy and Carolyn Camarata

Joanne Celewycz with family and friends

Alexis Cenko

Bohdan and Maria Chaban

Dr. Stephen and Olha Dudiak†

Roman† and Eleanor Fedorak

Dr. Alexander and Jaroslawa Gudziak†

Harris Family

The Heritage Foundation of First Security Savings Bank

Orest Hrycyk with Family and friends

Michaeline Iwanyckyj

Kolomayets Family with Selfreliance Foundation and friends

Michael and Olha Kowalchuk†

Taras and Ksenia Kozbur†

Oleh and Vera Krup

Kulchyckyj Family and friends

Dr. Lubomyr † and Daria Kurylko

Kyzyk Family and friends

Rev. Deacon Yourij and Zoria Malachowsky†

Dr. Yaroslav† and Larissa Muzyczka

Anisa Mycak and Dr. Jurij Savyckyj

Charles and Erlinda Neubecker

New York Friends of UCU and Self Reliance NY

Iryna Osadchuk

Dr. Kevin and Jean Parker

The William Petrach Charitable Trust

Mychajlo and Lubomyra Pezansky†

Plast Ukrainian Scouting Organization USA

Dr. Leon Prockop†

Adrian Saluk

Myckola Schwetz with Family and friends

Dr. Vladimir† and Nadia† Shkilnyk

Stefan and Wolodymyra Slywotzky†

Maria Moroz Smith

Nancy Stecyk

Wolodymyr† and Katrusia Wolowodiuk

Dr. George and Jaroslawa† Szczerbaniuk

Taras† and Catherine Szmagala and Family

Michael Szypula and Family

Ukrainian National Women's League of America

We also thank all donors who made contributions to the Fallen Heroes Scholarship Endowments and the Bohdan Solchanyk Graduate Scholarship Fund, especially our generous anonymous donor and the Omelan and Tatiana Antonovych Foundation.

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

Annual Giving

GIFTS MADE FROM JULY 1, 2023 –JUNE 30, 2024

We thank all of our donors for helping to educate a new generation of leaders in Ukraine. In 2023 and 2024, some 1,422 donors contributed to programs benefiting students, programs, humanitarian relief efforts and the faithful throughout Ukraine. With apologies in advance to anyone who was inadvertently omitted from the list below, please notify us so that we may update our records.

“There are tens of thousands of very, very capable students in Ukraine who come from poor families who cannot afford to pay for a university education. Whenever a donor makes a scholarship available to a student, they open the door to a half-century of achievement, accomplishment, and contribution to the community.“

Adrian Slywotzky, UCU Foundation supporter, Partner at Oliver Wyman and Advisory Council Member of Lviv Business School at UCU

$500,000–$999,999

Anonymous (2)

Adrian and Christine Balko Slywotzky

$100,000–$499,999

Anonymous (3)

Estate of Martha Borodayko

Mr. & Mrs. Nickolas I. and Germaine Milanytch

Plast Ukrainian Scouting Organization-USA

$25,000–$99,999

Anonymous (1)

Ms. Olena Chrystyna Boyko

Drs. Orest and Natalia Balytsky

Mrs. Joanne M. Celewycz

Mrs. Oksana Fanok

Dr. Timothy P. Flanigan and Dr. Luba Dumenco Flanigan

Mr. and Mrs. Daniel R. and Christine J. Gamota

Mr. Paul Hawran

Mr. Orest Hrycyk

Dr. & Mrs. Gregory P. and Maura A. Harris

The Heritage Foundation of First Security Savings Bank

Lawrence Hyde† Charitable Trust

Mr. Taras Szmagala, Jr. and Ms. Helen Jarem

Mr. & Mrs. Teodozyj J. and Irena Kolasa

Klymkiw Family Trust

Mr. Quentin J. Kennedy

The Maria Hulai Lion Foundation, Inc.

Dr. & Mrs. Alex A. and Zorianna A. Latyshevsky

Mrs. Mary Ann Matveychuk

Estate of Anton Piszczak

SoftServe, Inc.

Svitla Systems, Inc./Ms. Nataliya Anon

The Selfreliance Foundation of Selfreliance Federal Credit Union/ Chicago, IL

Self Reliance (NY) Federal Credit Union

Dr. Chrystia Marta Slywotzky

Mr. Mark P. Carthy and Mrs. Vera M. Trojan

Mr. & Mrs. Peter and Ksenia A. Turula

Ukrainian Studies Fund, Inc.

Ukrainian Selfreliance Federal Credit Union/Philadelphia, PA

Mr. Steven Harris and Ms. Raina Wissing

$10,000–$24,999

Anonymous (2)

Mr. & Mrs. Frank J. and Dominica Annese

Mrs. Maria Oksana Bachynsky-Tarasiuk

Mr. & Mrs. Andrew C. and Katya Bamber

Orest and Lidia Bilous Family Foundation

Dr. Anna Bluj and Mr. Borys Bluj

Mrs. Christine M. Bonacorsa

Mr. Bohdan Chaban and Mrs. Maria Shevchuk-Chaban

Cypress Semiconductor Corporation

Mr. Alejandro Danylyszyn and Ms. Vera O. Sus

Mr. Henry R. Davison III

Dr. & Mrs. Yuri A. and Irena Eva Deychakiwsky

Mr. & Mrs. Andrew and Christine M. Fylypovych

GEOMAR Foundation Inc.

Dr. Ellen Godwin

Mr. James F. Greenwald

Mr. Patrick Gunn

Dr. & Mrs. Andrew P. Harris

Ms. Maria E. Hawrysczuk

Mr. & Mrs. Lev W. and Halyna N. Holubec

Mr. & Mrs. Orest and Natalia Holubec

Estate of Irena Holubowsky Case

Dr. & Mrs. Marko and Lori Dawn Horb

Dr. Michael E. Klufas

Mr. & Mrs. Ihor and Sonia Konrad

The Kulas Family Charitable Gift Fund

Dr. Truvor Vadym Kuzmowych and Dr. Chrystyna Prytula-Kuzmowych

Mr. & Mrs. Ivan and Tatiana S. Kovalev

Mr. & Mrs. Ostap and Daria Korkuna

Dr. Arcadia Kocybala

Dr. & Mrs. Vsevolod and Lidia M. Kohutiak

Dr. Vassyl A. Lonchyna and Dr. Roksolana M. Tymiak-Lonchyna

Prof. Paul Luciw

Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth P. and Susan Morrison

Mr. John Mucha

Mr. & Mrs. Charles B. and Erlinda C. Neubecker

University of Notre Dame/Nanovic Institute for European Studies

Nova UA Federal Credit Union/Clifton, NJ

Dr. Juliana L. Osinchuk

Dr. & Mrs. Kevin J. and Jean M. Parker

Estate of Steve J. Popovich

Prometheus Trust

Razom for Ukraine

Mr. Myckola Schwetz

Dr. Luke D. Tomycz and Mrs. Mariya Soroka

Dr. & Mrs. Yurko O. and Roma L. Temnycky

Mr. & Mrs. Maxim J. and Romana G. Thibodeau

Dr. Lydia Ann Klufas-Tkach and Mr. John Tkach

Ms. Halyna Traversa

Ukrainian National Women's League of America, Inc.

Dr. & Mrs. Michael I. and Roxolana A. Yarymovych

Mrs. Irene Zenczak

$5,000–$9,999

Anonymous (2)

Ampersand Education Foundation

Mr. & Mrs. Eugene and Lana Y. Babij

Mr. Joseph Alphonso Barraco

The Lawrence T. and Christine A. Bell Fund

Mr. & Mrs. Myron M. and Slavomyra W. Bilas

Dr. & Mrs. Z. John and Anne H. Bilos

Mr. & Mrs. Guy J. and Carolyn S. Camarata

Mr. James Cashel

Dr. Olga M. Cehelska

Dr. George E. Charuk and Mrs. Katherine Holian Charuk

Chevron Matching Employee Funds

Dr. John Cienki and Dr. Lyubomyra Tuzyak

Mr. Walter J. Conlon

Ms. Roxana C. Wolosenko and Mr. Michael Coryell

Mr. Howard A. Dahl

Estate of Joseph Danko

Ms. Larissa Hrycyk Dannenberg

Eaton Corporation Matching Gift

Estate of Eugene Floersch

Mrs. Roma M. Hayda

Brig. Gen. Yaropolk R. Hladkyj

Mr. & Mrs. Orest and Lila Hrabowych

Dr. & Mrs. George Isajiw

Dr. & Mrs. Bohdan Askold and Larissa O. Iwanetz

Mr. & Mrs. Ihor and Vera Jaryi

Mr. Nicholas Kosciolek

Dr. & Mrs. Eugene R. and Maria Kovalsky

Mr. & Mrs. Roman and Anisia Kowalchuk

Dr. & Mrs. Ihor A. and Zenovia Kunasz

Mrs. Daria M. Kurylko

Ms. Alexandra Lencyk

Dr. Peter M. Lenchur and Dr. Ruth Cholhan-Lenchur

Mrs. Oksana A. Lew

Mr. & Mrs. Andrew and Alexandra Lopatynsky

Mr. & Mrs. Joseph and Yvonne LoRe

Dr. Boris D. Lushniak and Dr. Patricia Cusumano Lushniak

Mr. & Mrs. Paul and Emilia Marushka

Dr. Taras Masnyk and

Mrs. Christina N. Trojan-Masnyk

Dr. & Mrs. Zenon and Nadia Matkiwsky

Dr. Iouri Melnik/Village Doctor Ltd.

The Merck Foundation

Rev. Michael K. Moore

Dr. Mary Roksolana Motyl

Ms. Catherine Stecyk and Mr. Anatoli Murha

Students of Ukrainian Catholic University and the National University of Kyiv-Mohyla Academy received three awards at the prestigious National Model United Nations (NMUN) competition in New York held in March 2024.

The UCU Foundation team met the students and congratulated them on their tremendous success!

Ms. S. Cynthia Nakoneczny Obojski

Mr. & Mrs. David A. and Natalie M. Olds

Mr. Jaroslaw Paluha

Dr. & Mrs. Andrew and Ruta Ripecky

Mr. Allen H. Roth and Mrs. Mary Schmidt Roth

Mr. & Mrs. Askold and Lana Sandursky

Dr. Natalie A. Santarsiero

Mr. Stephen Alex Shegda

Mrs. Nadine Sielecki

Mr. Oleh John Skubiak

Mrs. Irina Balytsky Snyder

Mrs. Nancy Stecyk

SUMA Yonkers Federal Credit Union

Ms. Alicia Szendiuch

Mrs. Katherine E. Szmagala

Mrs. Helen J. Tataryn

Dr. & Mrs. Andrew M. and Christina G. Tershakovec

Ms. Tamara Tershakovec

Mr. & Mrs. David G. and Tetyana Pilyukova Tisch

Dr. Oleh J. Tretiak and Dr. Renata Holod Tretiak

Students of The Mendoza College of Business at the University of Notre Dame collaborated with UCU Foundation in Wrocław, Poland, and UCU Business School to help the Ukrainian business community. The students offered research and consulting to entrepreneurs who have relocated their businesses abroad or have opened their own businesses in Poland.

Dr. & Mrs. Robert Scott and Lannette Turicchi

Ukrainian National Association, Inc./ Parsippany, NJ

Mrs. Martha J. Wiegand

Mr. & Mrs. Gary J. and Irene Wolfe

Mr. Jerema Wolosenko

$1,500–$4,999

Anonymous (3)

Mr. & Mrs. Christopher and Nata Abbott

Ms. Olha Zarichynska

Dr. Ariadne M. Bach and Mr. Mark A. Bach

Mr. Robert Baillargeon

Mr. & Mrs. R. Stephen and Ruth T. Barrett

Dr. & Mrs. Nykola and Pearl E. Bartkiw

Mr. Kozak Bohdan

Mr. John Bortnyk

Ms. Danita Bowman

Ms. Gloria Jean Callaci

Dr. & Mrs. Ghassan and Inya Chehade

Ms. Theodora Chomiak

Mrs. Bohdanna Chudio Sheptytsky

Price Waterhouse Coopers

Mr. Randy Boris Crath and Mrs. Catherine E. Bryant Crath

Ms. Catherine Croxson

Mr. Mark Dillen and Mrs. Anne Chermak Dillen

Ms. Anne Chermak Dillen

Mr. Adrian Karatnycky and Ms. Natalia Dobrovolska

Dr. Donna Dobrowolsky

Drs. Adrian A. and Larissa A. Dolinsky

Mr. Brad A. Stahl and Ms. Larysa C. Domino

Mr. & Mrs. Taras Peter and Mariyka Drozd

Marijska Druzuna-St. Michael Archangel Uk Cath Ch.

Ms. Jo Ann Dunne

Mr. & Mrs. Ivan and Marusia S. Durbak

Mr. & Mrs. Andrew and Vera Eliashevsky

Mr. Georges Enderle

Mr. & Mrs. Andriy and Oksana Falenchuk

Dr. & Mrs. Ihor N. and Martha I. Fedoriw

Mr. & Mrs. Mykola and Halyna Fedus

Mr. & Mrs. Taras S. and Xenia Ferencevych

Prof. & Mrs. John T. and Karol Fitzgerald

Mr. William H. Fletcher Jr.

Mr. Frederick F. Foy

The Honorable Bohdan A. Futey and Mrs. Myroslava Futey

Mr. & Mrs. James and Diane Gargiulo

Drs. Grygori and Ludmyla Gerasymchuk

Givinga Foundation

Dr. Yuriy Gorodnichenko

Mr. & Mrs. John and Deanna Grivetti

Mrs. Zoriana T. Haftkowycz

Mr. Mykola Haliv

Dr. & Mrs. Damian O. and Renata E. Handzy

Mr. Andrei Harasymiak

Mr. Borys I. Hayda and Mrs. Halina Bachar-Hayda

Mr. & Mrs. John and Margarita Hewko

Dr. Oksana and Prof. Michael Holian

Hromada

Dr. Lew M. Mykola and Dr. Linda Louise Hryhorczuk

Mrs. Michaelene K. Iwanyckyj

Estate of Irene Jablonsky

Mrs. Daria Jakubowycz

Mr. & Mrs. Myron and Tetiana Sovgut Jarosewich

Mr. & Mrs. Eugene and Sonia Jurkiw

Mr. Michael Kacherai

Dr. Olga Kaczaj and Mr. Roman Kaczaj

Dr. & Mrs. Nazar and Olha Kalivoshko

Dr. Tosca M. Kekish

Dr. Roman George Kernitsky

Mr. & Mrs. Andrew G. and Zoriana C. Kolomayets

Mr. & Mrs. Mykola R. and Renata Alexandra Konrad

Mr. & Mrs. Michael and Luba Kostryba

Dr. Lidia P. Kostyniuk and Mr. Gregory W. Kostyniuk

Mr. & Mrs. Ihor and Irene Olga Kowal

Dr. & Mrs. Orest and Maria Kozicky

Dr. & Mrs. Peter and Lillia Kozicky

Mr. Mark Krushelnycky

Dr. Olena Schwetz and Mr. Leonid Krykunenko

Krypton 60 Engineering

Ms. Dzvinka Kryshtalowych

Mr. John F. Kurey

Dr. Theresa S. Kuritza

Mr. & Mrs. Bohdan and Oksana Kuzyszyn

Dr. & Mrs. Jurij B. and Tania Kuzycz

Ms. Danguole Kviklys

Dr. & Mrs. Boris John and Swetlana Leheta

Mr. Andrew E. Lencyk & Mrs. Iryna Zaluzhna-Lencyk

Mr. & Mrs. George P. and Elizabeth Lencyk

Ms. Natalia Levko

Mr. & Mrs. Pablo I. and Lourdes B. Lopez

Mrs. Lubomyra Lukomskyj

Ms. Christina Lupichuk

Dr. Lydia O. Martynec

Mr. & Mrs. Ihor and Olena M. Matwyshyn

Mr. Lawrence Gerard Mayka

Meest-America Inc./Port Reading, NJ

Mr. & Mrs. Myron and Christine Melnyk

Dr. & Mrs. Roman S. and Kathy D. Melnyk

Dr. Anna Mostovych

Mr. & Mrs. George B. and Yaroslava Mrozowski

Mr. & Mrs. George and Anisa Mycak

Mr. & Mrs. Ihor R. and Vera A. Mykyta

Ms. Zoreslava L. Mysko

Ms. Maryann Mysyshyn

Ms. Luba Nowak

Ms. Irene Nowak

Mr. & Mrs. Roman O. and Olha Nowakiwsky

Mr. & Mrs. Thomas J. and Cristina T. O'Keeffe

Rev. Capt. Michael P. O'Neil

Mr. Peter Palij

Rev. Michael Perry

Mr. & Mrs. Alex L. and Lydia Piaseckyj

PIMCO Foundation

Mr. Richard J. Polakiewicz Jr.

Mr. Richard M. Popeck

Mr. & Mrs. Nestor and Olya Popowych

Mr. Boris Rakowsky

Dr. & Mrs. Yuri G. and Natalia Ripeckyj

Mr. Fred M. Ross

Dr. & Mrs. Robert and Veronica Royal

Mr. & Mrs. Bohdan M. and Chrystia T. Senyk

Mr. & Mrs. Theodore and Natalie Shatynski

Mr. Christopher M. Sheehan

Mrs. Lydia Jarosewich Sheptytsky

Mr. Petro Nikitin and Ms. Anna Shpook

Mr. & Mrs. Volodymyr and Natalya Shram

The Ukrainian Catholic Sisters of the Order of St. Basil the Great received the Lumen Christi Award, the Catholic Extension Society’s highest honor. Sister Lucia Murashko, UCU graduate, is one of the honorees.

The Lumen Christi Award honors those who radiate and reveal the light of Christ in the communities where they serve. These heroic sisters have been a light of hope for Ukrainian soldiers and villagers on the front lines and for refugees across Ukraine and the United States.

Rev. Stephen Shubiak

Ms. Roma Shuhan

Mr. John Y. Sos

St. Ambrose Catholic Parish/ Brunswick, OH

St. Josaphat's Ukrainian Catholic Church/Trenton, NJ

St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church Mission Parish/Naples, FL

Ms. Olha Stasiuk

Mr. & Mrs. George A. and Zoriana M. Stawnychy

Mr. Andriy Stelmashchuk

Ms. Oksana Steranka

Sts. Volodymyr and Olha Ukrainian Catholic Church/Chicago, IL

Mr. Jed Sunden

Mr. & Mrs. Ihor and Adriana Sydoryak

Capt. & Mrs. Stephen Leo and Julia F. Szyszka

Mr. Martin B. Tatuch

Mr. Peter Z. Teluk

Mrs. Maria A. Tershakovec

Ms. Lydia Tkaczuk

Mr. & Mrs. P. Mason and Anna Tokarz Trillion Creative, LLC

Mrs. Nadia Trojan

Dr. & Mrs. Stephan and Tamara Tymkiw

Dr. George Wolodymyr Tysowsky

Ms. Bohdanna M. Tytla

UAC Foundation, Inc. at Ukrainian FCU, Rochester, NY, USA

Ukrainian Medical Association of North America Foundation

Led by Senator Chuck Schumer, a delegation of United States senators unofficially visited UCU to express support for Ukraine. Senator Schumer was joined by Jack Reed, Michael Bennet, Richard Blumenthal, Margaret Hassan, and Bridget Brink, U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine.

Ms. Andrea M. Vayda

Mr. & Mrs. Bohdan and Bohdanna K. Vitvitsky

Dr. & Mrs. Wilfried and Maria Voge

Ms. Kristina A. Watts

Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Wesley and Jan Livingston

Dr. John Witte

Mr. & Mrs. Wasyl and Roma Wowchuk

Mr. & Mrs. Myron S. and Oresta M. Zadony

Mrs. Marianna Zajac

Mr. Rudolf R. Zaveruka

Mr. & Mrs. Lubomyr M. and Maria† Koropey Zobniw

Dr. Marta Lopatynsky and Mr. Ihor Zwarycz

$1,000–$1,499

Ms. Adrienne A. Tymiak and Mr. David Ackerman

America's Charities

Mr. & Mrs. Roman W. and Vera M. Andryczyk

Very Rev. Kiril Angelov

Audubon Bioscience Co.

Mr. Basil Bacall

Mr. Joseph Baxer and Ms. Barbara Bacewicz

V. Rev. John Edward Balluff

Col. Robert J. Balog and Ms. Cecilia Balog

Dr. Orest Bauer

Dr. Oksana M. Bauer

Mr. & Mrs. Jaroslaw W. and Laurie Bilaniuk

Mr. Walter M. Bilynsky

Ms. Ulana Bodnar

Mr. David E. Bonior

Mrs. Lieda Ivanna Boyko

Veronika Broslavska

Dr. & Mrs. Borys and Lida Buniak

Ms. Irene Jarosewich and Mr. Aleksandr Burakovskiy

Dr. Stephen J. and Mrs. Mary Beth Currin Burns

Mr. & Mrs. Andrij and Kristine Cade

Mr. George A. Casey

Caterpillar Foundation

Mr. Ivan Chervonyak

Mr. Franz Colloredo-Mansfeld

The Most Reverend Archbishop Emeritus Elden Francis Curtiss

Mr. & Mrs. John and Olya N. Czerkas

Mrs. Ann Marie Day

Mrs. Ulana M. Diachuk

Mr. & Mrs. Jurij W. and Olenka K. Dobczansky

Rev. Patrick J. Dolan

Archbishopric of New York/ The Cardinal Dolan Fund for Charity and Education

Dr. & Mrs. Eugene and Renee Evans

Ms. Maria Fedoryka

Mr. & Mrs. Andrew and Christine Fedynsky

Mr. & Mrs. Alexander Eugene and Alexandra Fedynsky

Dr. Christine Forszpaniak

Mr. Chandrakant Gadre

Mr. Michael J. George and Ms. Ulana M. Kebalo-George

Goldman, Sachs & Co. Matching Gift Program

Ms. Anastazia Goshko

Christopher Graseck

Mr. & Mrs. Tazio S. and Katie J. Grivetti

Mrs. Maria Hankewych

Ms. Melinda Haring

Ms. Halyna Harmaty

Mr. & Mrs. Donald† and Kathleen Hasenohrl

Dr. & Mrs. Victor M. and Yaroslava Hatala

Ms. Annetta M. Hewko

Mr. & Mrs. John and Alenka Heyer

Mr. Roman Hirniak

Mr. & Mrs. Timothy and Anna Hnateyko

Mr. & Mrs. Andrew S. and Daria I. Horbachevsky

Ms. Aurelia Hrab

Dr. Maria R. Hrycelak

Mr. & Mrs. Andrew and Sonia Hrynewycz

Mr. & Mrs. Ihor N. and Oksana Jackiw

Drs. Richard and Lessia Jarboe

Mr. Richard A. Javick

Dr. & Mrs. Stefan S. and Tina Kachala

Mr. & Mrs. Stefan† and Swiatoslawa Kaczaraj

Mr. & Mrs. Oleh G.† and Ivanka Karawan

Mr. Igor Khreptyk

Mr. Jerome Kindrachuk

Mrs. Luba Kolomayets

Dr. Irene I. Komarynsky

Ms. Oksana Konyk

Ms. Marta A. Korduba

Dr. & Mrs. Alexander and Anna M. Kosenko

Mr. Ihor Andrij Kowalysko

Mr. & Mrs. Roman G. and Alesia Kozicky

Mr. Walter Kozicky

Mr. & Mrs. Bohdan and Bohdana Kurczak

Mr. Bohdan Kuzyk

UCU Alumna Alina Mykhaylova was named a Light of Justice Laureate. Alina is an officer of Ukraine’s army, volunteer, and founder and head of the ULF medical service of the Wolves of DaVinci battalion. The award honors those who demonstrate sacrifice and heroism, defending and saving the lives of others.

Ms. Joann T. Lenn

Mr. Taras T. Lewytsky

Dr. Daria and Mr. Igor Lissy

Major Earle S. Lott III

Mr. & Mrs. Eugene A. and Natalia T. Luciw

Mr. & Mrs. Oleksiy and Olha Lytvyn

Ms. Oksana Malanchuk

Mr. Andrew Maleckyj and Ms. Motria Kuzycz

Mr. Roger T. Malseed and Ms. Zoriana Kawka Malseed

Dr. David Geltman and Mr. Chuck Mangan

Mr. George Masiuk

Roman† and Julianna Maziak

Dr. Henry D. McHenry, Jr. and Mrs. Edith R. McHenry

Ms. Jean McLaughlin

Dr. & Mrs. Andrew R. and Motria S. Melnyk

Mr. Andrew O. Melnykovych

Mrs. Larissa M. Nycz Montecuollo

Dr. Karl J. Sandin and Dr. Laura M.

Montgomery

Prof. George Louis Morgan

Mr. Stephen Gregory Nazaran

Mr. Andrew Pargellis

Passionist Nuns of St. Louis County

Dr. & Mrs. Bohdan M. and Christina M. Pichurko

Mr. Eric Plaut

Mr. & Mrs. Bohdan and Bohdana Puzyk

Mr. Vasyl Pyrozhyk

Mrs. Irene Sophia Pyskir-Bilak

Mr. & Mrs. Ihor G. and Oxana Rakowsky

Mr. & Mrs. George and Alexandra Rakowsky

Mr. & Mrs. Ruslan O. and Elizabeth A. Rasiak

Ms. Daria Alexandra Reshetylo-Rothe

Mrs. Irene T. Rishko

Dr. & Mrs. John P. and Mary J. Rudzinski

Sawa Family Charitable Fund

Mr. Daniel E. Schmidt

Mr. & Mrs. Bohdan D. and Maria C. Shandor

Ms. Iryna Shkilnyk

Ms. Maria Shust

Ms. Jeanette P. Sliter

Ms. Natalie Sluzar

Mr. Roman S. Slysh

Mr. Adrian G. Celewycz and Ms. Anne Stadnychenko

The Monks of Mount Tabor/Holy Transfiguration Monastery

Mr. Gerald A. Talen

Mrs. Myroslawa Tesluk

Ms. Mary Tomorug

Mr. & Mrs. Michael Patrick and Vivian Eileen Hernandez Tragesser

Ms. Natalie O. Trojan

Ms. Helen Troy

Ms. Theodora Turula

Ukrainian Congress Committee of America - Illinois Division

Mr. & Mrs. James and Colette Vail

Ms. Maria Wasyliw

Drs. Andrij R. and Martha A. Wojtowycz

Mr. Gregory M. Wolfe

Halyna Vasylchenko is one of seven UCU alumni currently serving in the Parliament of Ukraine. Halyna studied at UCU Lviv Business School, the UCU Institute of Leadership and Management, and the UCU School of Public Administration.

Dr. Chrysanna Huhlewych Woroch

Yevshan Ukrainian Vocal Ensemble Inc.

Mr. William T. Young

Mr. & Mrs. Danylo and Xenia Zacharczuk

Mr. Leo J. Zatta

Ms. Alina Zhurbenko

Mr. Landon Fulmer and Ms. Lidiya Zubytska

$500–$999

Anonymous (1)

Ms. Zorianna Altomaro

Mr. & Mrs. Bruce W. and Judith E. Anderson

Dr. Roman Goy and Ms. Ulana Baczynskyj

Rev. Alfred S. Baca

Mr. & Mrs. Andy and Rebecca S. Barfknecht

Ms. Barbara Berman

Mr. & Mrs. Elmer F. and Olga S. Bertsch

Dr. Roman Oleh Bilynsky

Mr. Ward C. Bourn

Mr. & Mrs. Alexander and Christina O. Jackiw Brozyna

Mr. & Mrs. Roman and Renia Brozyna

Ms. Irene Burke

Mr. & Mrs. Andrij and Dzvinka Burchak

Dr. Orysia T. Cardoso

Mr. Alexander V. Shandor

Charityvest Inc.

Mr. Hull Fulweiler and Ms. Cathy Chute

DOU, Ukraine’s largest IT association, recognized the Applied Sciences Faculty of Ukrainian Catholic University as “the best IT college of 2023.”

Mr. John V. Colamosca

Mr. Arnold J. Conrad

Ms. Christina M. Cybriwsky-Jermihov

Mrs. Katria Czerwoniak

Rev. Zenon Paul Czornij

Mr. & Mrs. Stephen M. and Marushka V. Dach

Ms. Irene M. Danysh

Mr. Orest S. Deychakiwsky

Mr. John M. Dicky

Ms. Iryna Discipio

Ms. Julie O. Dmytriw

Mr. Jack Effner and Ms. Luba Drahosz

Ms. Anastasia Dynkin

Mr. & Mrs. Orest and Adia Fedash

Mr. Taras Ferencevych

Mr. Ihor Ferencevych

Mr. & Mrs. Taras and Lida Filewych

Ms. Alexandra Florchuk

Mr. & Mrs. Jerome P. and Maria A. Flynn

Mr. John F. Gannon

Mr. Tom Quinn and Ms. Franca Gargiulo

Mr. and Mrs. Peter and Svetlana Goletz

Ms. Nannette Griswold

Mr. & Mrs. Andrew and Romana Hadzewycz

Ms. Anna Myroslawa Harmaty

Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth and Oksana Bashuk Hepburn

Ambassador John Herbst

Christina & Dick Russ Hlabse

Dr. Boris Hlynsky

Mr. James Hodson

Eleanore O. Hofstetter

Mr. William Allen Holden and Mrs. Jo Anna Rapp Holden

Holy Family Parish/Rockland, MA

Dr. George Hrycelak

Mr. & Mrs. Yarema A. and Romana Hryciw

Mr. Jeremy A. Hrynewycz

Immaculate Conception Ukrainian Byzantine Catholic Church/Palatine, IL

Mr. & Mrs. Lubomyr M. and Lydia Kachan Jachnycky

Mrs. Daria Jarosewich

Mr. Douglas F. Jones

Drs. Mark and Nadia Juzych

Mr. John C. Kalitka

Ms. Lesia L. Haliv and Mr. Thomas Myer Kearney

Mr. & Mrs. Brian W. and Kathy K. Keebaugh

Ms. Tatiana Keis

Dr. & Mrs. George G. and Nadya Kihiczak

Knights of Columbus, Santa Maria Council 6065/Plano, TX

Knights of Columbus, Christopher Columbus Assembly 2266/Plano, TX

Mr. & Mrs. Ihor Paul and Oksana Komarnicky

Mr. Ihor Korbiak

Ms. Oksana Korduba

Dr. Walter G. Korytowsky, Mrs. Mary F. Korytowsky

Dr. Lydia L. Baltarowich and Mr. Victor Krajnc

Mr. & Mrs. Bohdan and Lydia Kramarchuk

Mr. Mark Kuczewski and Ms. Kate Nolan

Dr. & Mrs. George G. and Areta S. Kuritza

Mr. Steven J. Lann and Ms. Larysa B. Kurylas

Mr. Wolodymyr Kusznir

Mr. Andrew George Kusznir

Mr. & Mrs. Oleh and Oleksandra Kuzo

Mr. Adrian I. Kuzycz

Ms. Halyna Kuzyshyn

Mr. Orest M. Kyzyk and Ms. Tamara Shevchenko

Mr. & Mrs. Alex and Ivanna Lapkouski

Ms. Tatyana Lavut

Rev. James Edwin Lease

Mrs. Zwenyslawa Lebedovych

Dr. Peter A. Lechman

Ms. Lidia Leshchuk

Ms. Lesia Levko

Mrs. Martha K. Lewicky

Dr. & Mrs. Peter I. and Adrianna K. Liber

Mr. Randall Willem Lutter

Ms. Mary Ann Machowsky

Drs. Taras and Natalia Mahlay

Ms. Olga Maihutiak

Mrs. Luba Marino

Ms. Justina Markovych

Mr. & Mrs. Leonard L. and Helena Mazur

Mr. John Lockhart McCarthy and Ms. Kathryn Ann Barnhart

Mr. & Mrs. Matthew and Stefanie Wowchuk McDonald

Miss Erin McDonough

Mr. Vincent McKernan and Mrs. Roxanne Senyk McKernan

Lt. Cmdr. Lee Meinig

Ms. Nanette Lee Miller

Mr. & Mrs. Wasyl and Natalie Mirutenko

Dr. & Mrs. Andrew N. and Marta P. Mostovych

Ms. Marie T. Mudd

Dr. & Mrs. Leo and Genevieve Murskyj

Mrs. Helen Newmerzyckyj

Mr. & Mrs. Thomas V. and Mary L. Nightengale

Mrs. Rosalie W. Norair

Mr. & Mrs. Paul and Sydney Nordt

Mr. & Mrs. Damian and Inna Olesnycky

Mr. & Mrs. John and Barbara Osborn

Dr. & Mrs. Jurij R. and Jane Paraszczak

Ms. Olena Maria Paslawsky

Mr. Svyatoslav Podolskiy

Mr. & Mrs. Matthew and Ksenia O. Rakowsky

Mr. Gerard Joseph Rattelade, Jr.

Mr. David A. Rege

Mr. Thomas Rickmeyer

Mr. Ed Rieker

Ms. Vivian Rae Rosenberg

Mr. & Mrs. Daniel and Sonia Runde

Mr. & Mrs. Ivan and Ruslana Rybak

Mrs. Tania Chomiak-Salvi and Mr. Lucantonio Salvi

Mr. David M. Scheid

Clemens Sedmak

Mr. & Mrs. Christian R. and Susan Klein Senyk

Mr. & Mrs. Dorian and Natalia Senyk

Mr. Markian Senyk

Mr. Ihor Shevchuk

Ms. Olenka P. Shkrobut

Mr. Steven Roman Slabyk

Mr. & Mrs. Adrian and Miriam Slywotzky

Mrs. Maria Moroz and Mr. George Smith

Ms. Olha Sonsyadek

Ms. Irene M. Stadnyk

Mr. Mark Z. Sydorak

Mr. Jorge Jacobo Szendiuch

Mr. Vasil Tehza

Rev. Leonard J. Tighe

Mrs. Oresta Tkaczuk

Marianna Tretiak

Mr. Andrzej Tymowski

Ukrainian Catholic Church of the Immaculate Conception/San Francisco, CA

Ukrainian Genocide Famine Foundation

Mr. & Mrs. Roman and Oksana Vaskiv

Dr. Joseph Manuel Villarin

Mr. Myhaylo Voytsitskyy and Ms. Mariya Voytsitska

Ms. Oksana Drybushar and Mr. Robert Wieczorek

The Honorable Dr. Jeffrey Dirk Wilson

Dr. George J. Wyhinny and Mrs. Patricia Polin Wyhinny

YRC Alumni Association

Dr. Christine I. Zachar and Mr. Andrij R. Zachar

Mr. Paul Zaplitny

Mrs. Ulana N. Zinych

Ms. Oksana Zukoff

Now Ms. Christine Zynjuk

Up to $499

807 Donors

Thanks to all who donated!

One of the truly wonderful benefits of funding an annual scholarship at Ukrainian Catholic University is getting to know your scholarship recipient. Longtime UCU supporters Andrew and Christine Fylypovych of Philadelphia connected via Zoom with their scholarship recipient, Andriy Semenov, a first-year student in UCU’s Ethics, Policy and Economics (EPE) Program.

Sheptytsky Society

LIFETIME GIVING

The Sheptytsky Society, named after Metropolitan Andrey Sheptytsky, the visionary leader of the Ukrainian Catholic Church in 1901-1944, recognizes members who have made major lifetime contributions to support Ukrainian Catholic University. Thank you to all members listed for your continued support. Please accept our sincere apologies if anyone was inadvertently omitted from the list below, and please notify us so that we may update our records.

$1,000,000+

Anonymous (5)

Dr. & Mrs. Marko R. and Roma M. Gudziak

Mr. Adrian J. Slywotzky and Mrs. Christine Balko Slywotzky

Mr. & Mrs. Stefan and Wolodymyra Slywotzky†

Self Reliance (NY) Federal Credit Union

Archbishopric of New York/ The Cardinal Dolan Fund for Charity and Education

Mr. Louis Tuffly Ellis†

Dr. & Mrs. Gregory P. and Maura A. Harris

Mr. Paul Hawran

The Hewko Family Charitable Foundation

Mr. & Mrs. Orest and Hania† Hrycyk

Lawrence Hyde† Charitable Trust

Mr. & Mrs. Ihor† and Michaelene K. Iwanyckyj

$500,000–$999,999

Anonymous (1)

The Lynde and Harry Bradley Foundation

Ms. Olena Chrystyna Boyko

Dr. Maria Fischer-Slysh†

Dr. Timothy P. Flanigan and Dr. Luba Dumenco Flanigan

The Heritage Foundation of First Security Savings Bank

Mr. & Mrs. Andrew and Christine Kozak

Mr. & Mrs. Leonard L. and Helena Mazur

Ukrainian Studies Fund, Inc./ Dr. Roman Procyk

University of Alberta/The Canadian Institute of Ukrainian Studies

US Agency for International Development

Mr. & Mrs. Wolodymyr† and Katrusia Wolowodiuk

$100,000–$499,999

Anonymous (6)

Mr. Bohdan Chaban and Mrs. Maria Shevchuk-Chaban

Mr. Taras Szmagala, Jr. and Ms. Helen Jarem

Mr. & Mrs. George H. and Zenowia Jurkiw

Mr. & Mrs. Thomas F. and Mary K. Kilcer

Dr. Michael E. Klufas

Open MRI of New England, Inc./ Klufas Family

Drs. Emil and Irene D. Klufas†

Mr. Eugene Klymko†

Koch Foundation, Inc.

Mr. & Mrs. Teodozyj J. and Irena Kolasa

Mr. Michael Kowalchuk†

Mr. & Mrs. Taras and Xenia Kozbur†

Mr. & Mrs. Lubomyr† and Daria M. Kurylko

Mrs. Oksana A. Lew

The Maria Hulai Lion Foundation, Inc.

Most Rev. Basil H. Losten, Bishop Emeritus of Stamford Eparchy

W. K. Lypynsky East European Research Institute, Inc.

Mr. & Mrs. Nickolas I. and Germaine Milanytch

Mr. John Mucha

Employee Retention Credit / PKF Mueller

Dr. & Mrs. Yaroslav† and Larissa O. Muzyczka

Mr. & Mrs. Charles B. and Erlinda C. Neubecker

Mr. & Mrs. Bill and Melanie Pasulka

Drs. George I.† and Ann M. Pawliczko

Dr. Jaroslaw Pikolycky

Plast Ukrainian Scouting Organization-USA

Ms. Stefania Pryshlak†

Dr. Petro Pshyk†

Mrs. Yaroslawa P. Rubel†

Selfreliance Foundation and Selfreliance Federal Credit Union, Chicago

The Selfreliance Foundation of Selfreliance Federal Credit Union/ Chicago, IL

Mr. & Mrs. Andrew and Maria G. Serednycky

Small Business Administration

Mrs. Maria Moroz and Mr. George Smith SoftServe, Inc.

St. Sophia Religious Association of Ukrainian Catholics, Inc.

Sts. Volodymyr and Olha Ukrainian Catholic Church/Chicago, IL

Mrs. Lidia Stebelsky†

Mr. Alex P. Stogryn†

SUMA Yonkers Federal Credit Union

Svitla Systems, Inc./Ms. Nataliya Anon

Ms. Stephania Szypula

Stanley and Elizabeth Taraska Family Foundation Inc.

Dr. & Mrs. Yurko O. and Roma L. Temnycky

Dr. Lydia Ann Klufas-Tkach and Mr. John Tkach

Mr. Mark P. Carthy and Mrs. Vera M. Trojan

The Turicchi Family Foundation

Mr. & Mrs. Peter and Ksenia A. Turula

Dr. Lyda Tymiak Lindell/Community Foundation of Tampa Bay Inc.

Ukrainian National Women's League of America, Inc.

Ukrainian Selfreliance Federal Credit Union/Philadelphia, PA

Mr. George J. Vytanovych

Mrs. Martha J. Wiegand

Mrs. Gloria H. Wills†

Dr. & Mrs. Michael I. and Roxolana A. Yarymovych

Omelan and Tatiana Antonovych Foundation, Inc.

Anonymous Fund of the Community Foundation of St. Joseph County

Mr. Patrick F. Adams and Mrs. Angela S. Adams

Dr. & Mrs. Z. John and Anne H. Bilos

Dr. George M. Bohatiuk

Mrs. Orysia J. Bartkiw

Mr. & Mrs. Thomas† and Margaret Bocon

Brody-Lew, Inc.

Busch Family Foundation

Mr. & Mrs. Guy J. and Carolyn S. Camarata

Dr. Bohdan S.† and Mrs. Joanne M. Celewycz

Dr. & Mrs. Alexis and Martha† Cenko

Mr. Andrew R. Chubaty

Community Foundation for the National Capital Region/ Washington, D.C.

Mrs. Oksana Fanok

Mr. & Mrs. Roman† and Eleanor F. Fedorak

Dr. & Mrs. Wasyl and Theodora Fedorciw†

Mr. & Mrs. Andrew and Christine M. Fylypovych

$50,000–$99,999

Anonymous (6)

America's Best Local Charities

Mrs. Luba Bac†

Drs. Orest and Natalia Balytsky

Mr. & Mrs. Andrew C. and Katya Bamber

Mr. & Mrs. Ivan† and Marianna Bereznicki

Dr. John A. Bernbaum/BEAM, Inc.

Mr. & Mrs. Myron M. and Slavomyra W. Bilas

Dr. Anna Bluj and Mr. Borys Bluj

Mr. & Mrs. Leonard† and Christine M. Bonacorsa

Chevron Matching Employee Funds

The Coca-Cola Company

Cypress Semiconductor Corporation

Mr. Henry R. Davison III

Dr. & Mrs. Yuri A. and Irena Eva Deychakiwsky

Mrs. Nadia Deychakiwsky

Drs. Adrian A. and Larissa A. Dolinsky

Dr. & Mrs. Stephen and Olha Lusia Dudiak†

Mr. James F. Greenwald

Mrs. Irene Koczerzuk Harris†

Mr. & Mrs. Ihor E.† and Roma M. Hayda

Mr. & Mrs. Lev W. and Halyna N. Holubec

Mr. & Mrs. Orest and Lila Hrabowych

Mr. Quentin J. Kennedy

Ms. Dorothy M. Kennett

Mr. & Mrs. Ihor and Sonia Konrad

Mr. & Mrs. Ostap and Daria Korkuna

Dr. & Mrs. Roman M. and Bohdanna M. Kowalchuk

Mr. & Mrs. Jaroslav and Vera Kryshtalsky†

Dr. & Mrs. Ihor A. and Zenovia Kunasz

Mr. John F. Kurey

Dr. Truvor Vadym Kuzmowych and Dr. Chrystyna Prytula-Kuzmowych

Fr. Rostyslav Vysochan is a graduate of the Theology and Philosophy Faculty of UCU and Holy Spirit Seminary in Lviv. Since the start of the war in Ukraine in 2014, Fr. Vysochan has served as a military chaplain, regularly going to the front lines on rotation. In February 2023, Fr. Vysochan received the medal “For Serving Ukraine’s Military” from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Serhii Prokopenko, a graduate of UCU’s master’s program in Innovations and Entrepreneurship and editor-in-chief of Gwara Media, was recently awarded the Zabel Award from Human Rights First.

Gwara Media covers events in the Kharkiv region, documenting Russian war crimes and systematically combating propaganda through its fact-checking service, Pereverka.

Mrs. Olga Kwasnychka

Dr. & Mrs. Alex A. and Zorianna A. Latyshevsky

Dr. Vassyl A. Lonchyna and Dr. Roksolana M. Tymiak-Lonchyna

Dr. Taras Masnyk and Mrs. Christina N. Trojan-Masnyk

Ms. Myroslawa Nalywajko†

Nova UA Federal Credit Union/ Clifton, NJ

Dr. Juliana L. Osinchuk

Dr. & Mrs. Kevin J. and Jean M. Parker

Mrs. Mary Ann Philipchuk†

Mr. Richard M. Popeck

Dr. & Mrs. Roman and Lydia M. Procyk

Prometheus Trust

Pronko Family Charitable Fund

Dr. Andrew George Rak and Dr. Taisa Maria Nahirny-Rak

Dr. & Mrs. Ihor W. and Susanna C. Rak

Mr. Boris Rakowsky

Raskob Foundation for Catholic Activities, Inc.

Mr. & Mrs. Eugene and Luba† Repeta

Mrs. Anna Salecki†

Mr. Adrian Saluk

Mr. Myckola Schwetz

Mr. & Mrs. Vladimir and Nadia Shkilnyk†

Sisters of Our Lady of Mount Carmel

Mr. & Mrs. Oleh John and Luba† Skubiak

St. Ambrose Catholic Parish/ Brunswick, OH

Mr. & Mrs. Dennis and Myra Stachiv†

Mr. Andrew E. Steckiw

Ms. Roma Steckiw-Long

Mrs. Nancy Stecyk

Dr. & Mrs. George B. and Jaroslawa† Szczerbaniuk

Mr. & Mrs. Taras G.† and Katherine E. Szmagala

Mr. & Mrs. Maxim J. and Romana G. Thibodeau

Ms. Halyna Traversa

Dr. Oleh J. Tretiak and Dr. Renata Holod Tretiak

Ms. Martha Turczyn†

Mr. & Mrs. Sydir Michael and Maria Tymiak†

Mr. & Mrs. John Y. and Ulana N. Sos†

UnderDefense LLC

Mr. Steven Harris and Ms. Raina Wissing

Mr. & Mrs. Gary J. and Irene Wolfe

Mr. Jerema Wolosenko

Mr. & Mrs. Stephan† and Irene Zenczak

Orest and Lidia Bilous Family Foundation

Mr. & Mrs. Michael and Irena Boyko†

Dr. & Mrs. Borys and Lida Buniak

Carey Associates

Mr. Leroy Carlson, Sr.†

Dr. George E. Charuk and Mrs. Katherine Holian Charuk

Citius Pharmaceuticals Inc.

Dr. and Mrs. Roman J. and Jan M. Daczkewycz

Joseph Danko†

Ms. Anna Marta Dezyk

Mr. Mark Dillen and Mrs. Anne Chermak Dillen

Mr. & Mrs. Ivan and Marusia S. Durbak

Eaton Corporation Matching Gift

The Esseff Foundation/ Mr. George Esseff, Sr.† Eurasian Cultural Fund

Dr. Richard S. J. Flahavan†

Mr. and Mrs. Daniel R. and Christine J. Gamota

Goldman, Sachs & Co. Matching Gift Program

Mr. & Mrs. John and Deanna Grivetti

Mr. Mykola Haliv

Dr. & Mrs. Andrew P. Harris

$25,000–$49,999

Anonymous (3)

The Achelis and Bodman Foundation

Mr. & Mrs. Frank J. and Dominica Annese

Mr. & Mrs. Bohdan† and Mary Antonyshyn

Association for Slavic, East European & Eurasian Studies, Inc. (ASEEES)

Mr. & Mrs. Eugene and Lana Y. Babij

Mr. Joseph Alphonso Barraco

Mrs. Bohdanna Nadia Bihun†

Ms. Maria E. Hawrysczuk

Herbco International, Inc.

Brig. Gen. Yaropolk R. Hladkyj

Mr. & Mrs. Myron and Olha Hnateyko

Dr. & Mrs. Marko and Lori Dawn Horb

Dr. Artur N. Hryhorowych

Dr. & Mrs. George Isajiw

Dr. & Mrs. Bohdan Askold and Larissa O. Iwanetz

Mrs. Romana Jachtorowycz†

The JM Foundation

Johnson & Johnson Foundation

Mr. & Mrs. Stefan† and Swiatoslawa Kaczaraj

Mr. & Mrs. Walter Hoke and Luba Sophia Keske

Drs. Roman A. and Lydia L. Klufas

Dr. Arcadia Kocybala

Dr. & Mrs. Vsevolod and Lidia M. Kohutiak

Mr. & Mrs. Ivan and Tatiana S. Kovalev

Mr. & Mrs. Roman and Anisia Kowalchuk

Mr. Douglas Dethy and Ms. Marianne Kozlowski

Mrs. Natalia Krawczuk†

Mr. & Mrs. Zenon and Theodozia Krislaty

Mr. & Mrs. Alexander† and Maria Krychyk

Ms. Dzvinka Kryshtalowych

Dr. John O. Kucan

Mrs. Anna Kucan†

Mr. & Mrs. Julian E. and Elizabeth† Kulas

Mr. & Mrs. Bohdan and Bohdana Kurczak

Mr. & Mrs. Andrew M. and Ludmilla Kurylko

Dr. & Mrs. Jurij B. and Tania Kuzycz

Dr. & Mrs. Ingert and Judy Kuzych

Mr. Bohdan Kuzyk

Mrs. Anna Lazariw

Dr. & Mrs. Boris John and Swetlana Leheta

Mr. & Mrs. George P. and Elizabeth Lencyk

Mr. Andrew E. Lencyk & Mrs. Iryna Zaluzhna-Lencyk

Mr. Taras T. Lewytsky

Mr. & Mrs. Pablo I. and Lourdes B. Lopez

Loyola University Neiswanger Institute for Bioethics

Mrs. Lubomyra Lukomskyj

Dr. Boris D. Lushniak and Dr. Patricia Cusumano Lushniak

Mr. Bohdan Lysiak†

Rev. Deacon Yourij† and Mrs. Zoria Malachowsky

Ms. Sonia Martyniuk

Mrs. Mary Ann Matveychuk

Dr. Iouri Melnik/Village Doctor Ltd.

The Merck Foundation

The Milbank Foundation

Rev. Michael K. Moore

Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth P. and Susan Morrison

Mr. & Mrs. George and Anisa Mycak

Mr. & Mrs. William D. and Cynthia M. Nahm

Nova UA Federal Credit Union

Ms. Irene Nowak

Luba D. Onuferko

Our Sunday Visitor, Inc.

Mr. Jaroslaw Paluha

Ms. Lidia Laba Pasamanick

Ms. Marta Maria Pereyma

Rev. Michael Perry

Plast Foundation

Mr. Eric Plaut

Dr. Leon D.† Prockop

Mr. E. Irynej Prokopovych and Mrs. Anna Kokawa Prokopovych

Dr. & Mrs. Wolodymyr and Anna Rak†

Mr. Gerard Joseph Rattelade, Jr. and Col. Joanna D. Reilly (USAF)†

Mr. Allen H. Roth and Mrs. Mary Schmidt Roth

Sawa Family Charitable Fund

Mr. Daniel E. Schmidt

Mr. Nestor W. Shust and Mrs. Anisa Weresiuk-Shust

Mrs. Nadine Sielecki

Mr. Walter Skocen†

Dr. Chrystia Marta Slywotzky

Mrs. Bohdanna Slyz

Rev. & Mrs. Anibal and Sonya H. Soutus

St. Florian Foundation EPPC

St. Joseph the Betrothed Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church/Chicago, IL

St. Demetrius Ukrainian Catholic Church/Belfield, ND

Mr. Alejandro Danylyszyn and Ms. Vera O. Sus

Dr. & Mrs. Gregory and Helen Szczerbaniuk†

Ms. Alicia Szendiuch

Capt. & Mrs. Stephen Leo and Julia F. Szyszka

Rev. Robert F. Taft†

Mrs. Maria Oksana Bachynsky-Tarasiuk and Mr. Yurij Tarasiuk†

Mr. & Mrs. Orest and Daria Temnycky

Dr. & Mrs. Andrew M. and Christina G. Tershakovec

Ms. Tamara Tershakovec

Mr. & Mrs. David G. and Tetyana Pilyukova Tisch

Trembita LLC

Mrs. Nadia Trojan

Ms. Eleanor Tryndoski†

Turula Family Fund, Inc.

Dr. & Mrs. Stephan and Tamara Tymkiw

Ukrainian Patriarchal Society/ Warren, MI

Christ the King Ukrainian Catholic Church/Boston, MA

Ukrainian Medical Association of North America Foundation

Ukrainian Patriarchal Society in the USA/Easton, CT

Ukrainian Marian Foundation

Professor Timothy Fisher, Dean Emeritus of the University of Connecticut Law School held an interactive Zoom lecture on compliance and international law with students from the UCU School of Law. Impressed with the caliber of UCU students, Dean Fisher expanded his series of lectures to incorporate a broader range of issues.

University of Notre Dame/Nanovic Institute for European Studies

Mrs. Alena Grivetti Watts

The Honorable Dr. Jeffrey Dirk Wilson

Mr. & Mrs. Mykola M. and Oksana Y. Yaremko

$10,000–$24,999

Anonymous (6) Archdiocese of Omaha

Ms. Adrienne A. Tymiak and Mr. David Ackerman

American Council of Learned Societies

Ampersand Education Foundation

Mrs. Ksenia Antypiv†

Mr. & Mrs. Myron and Marusia Antoniw, Maria† Antoniw

Mr. & Mrs. John T. and Kathryn S. Babak

Dr. Ariadne M. Bach and Mr. Mark A. Bach

Mr. Ewhen Bachynskyj†

Dr. Roman Goy and Ms. Ulana Baczynskyj

Mr. & Mrs. Robert and Colleen† Baillargeon

Col. Robert J. Balog and Ms. Cecilia Balog

Bank of America Charitable Foundation, Inc.

Dr. & Mrs. Nykola and Pearl E. Bartkiw

The Bay and Paul Foundations

The Lawrence T. and Christine A. Bell Fund

The Benevity Community Impact Fund

Ambassador Martin Harris of Great Britain and Ambassador Natalka Cmoc of Canada met with UCU Senior Vice-Rector Yaroslav Prytula and the university’s management team. They discussed UCU’s role in Ukraine’s post-war rebuilding, the development of partnerships between universities, and the creation of joint programs.

Dr. Vera O. Berezowsky

Dr. Roman Bilak† and Mrs. Irene S. Pyskir-Bilak

Squire Patton Boggs LLP

Dr. Andrew W. Browar† and Dr. Taisa L. Szeremeta-Browar

Ms. Mary Brudny†

Ms. Gloria Jean Callaci

Drs. Jean Pierre and Biruta Cap

Catholic Near East Welfare Association (CNEWA)/ New York, NY

Mr. & Mrs. Andrew and Carol Chaikovsky

Dr. & Mrs. Bohdan and Roxana H. Charkewycz

Dr. Zenia D. Chernyk

Mr. Rostyslav L. Chomiak† and Dr. Marta Bohachevsky-Chomiak

Prof. Bohdan† and Mrs. Alexandra Kudryashova Chopyk

Chopivsky Family Foundation

Dr. & Mrs. Bohdan† and Bohdanna Chudio

Mr. Mychajlo Ciapa†

Dr. and Mrs. Roman T. and Nancy B. Ciapalo

Cleveland Selfreliance Federal Credit Union/Parma, OH

Mr. Robert C. Coleman, Jr.†

Ms. Roxana C. Wolosenko and Mr. Michael Coryell

Mr. Randy Boris Crath and Mrs. Catherine E. Bryant Crath

Mr. Stephen W. Czebiniak

Mr. & Mrs. Jaroslaw† and Katria Czerwoniak

Mr. Borys Y. Dackiw, Esq. and Dr. Christine Dackiw

Mr. & Mrs. Ann† and Howard A. Dahl

The Fetzer Institute

Deviget LLC

Mrs. Ulana M. Diachuk

Ms. Caroline M. Dietzen

Dr. Donna Dobrowolsky

Mr. & Mrs. Jurij W. and Olenka K. Dobczansky

Mrs. Eugenia Dobczansky†

Rev. Patrick J. Dolan

Mr. Orest L. Dolyniuk

Mr. & Mrs. Taras Peter and Mariyka Drozd

Ms. Jo Ann Dunne

Dr. & Mrs. Paul J. and Irene Marie Dzul†

Mr. Thomas Egan†

Mr. Georges Enderle

Fathers of Mercy/Auburn, KY

Mr. John Fedkiw†

Dr. & Mrs. Ihor N. and Martha I. Fedoriw

Drs. Boris J. and Judy Mae C. Fedorciw

Mr. & Mrs. Mykola and Halyna Fedus

Ms. Yaryna Neonilia Ferencevych

Mr. & Mrs. Taras S. and Xenia Ferencevych

Mr. Paul J. Finnegan

Mr. Peter Flanigan†

Mr. William H. Fletcher Jr.

Mr. Frederick F. Foy

Fund To Aid Ukraine/Parma, OH

GEOMAR Foundation Inc.

Msgr. Lawrence J. Gibson†

Mr. Orest M. Glut

Mr. & Mrs. James J. and Judith E. Gontis

Rev. John J. Gorski†

Grand Priory of America/ Order of Saint Lazarus

Mr. & Mrs. Tazio S. and Katie J. Grivetti

Mr. Patrick Gunn

Mr. & Mrs. Charles J. and Ellen Jo Haas

Mr. & Mrs. Jaroslaw† and Maria Hankewych

Mr. Andrei Harasymiak

Harvard University Library

Mr. Roman A. Hawrylak† and Mrs. Maria Tershakovec Hawrylak

Mr. Borys I. Hayda and Mrs. Halina Bachar-Hayda

Mr. Thomas C. Heenan

Mr. & Mrs. Bernard and Mary Louise Hengesbaugh

Rev. Msgr. Carl D. Hinrichsen†

Mr. & Mrs. Timothy and Anna Hnateyko

Mr. & Mrs. Orest and Natalia Holubec

Dr. Christine M. Hoshowsky

Hromada

Dr. Lew M. Mykola and Dr. Linda Louise Hryhorczuk

Mr. Ihor Humeniuk†

Immaculate Conception Ukrainian Byzantine Catholic Church/Palatine, IL

Ms. Maria Iskiw

The Chortkiv Foundation/Mr. & Mrs. Lubomyr and Lydia Jachnycky

Dr. & Mrs. Alexander† and Daria Jakubowycz

Ms. Natalie Ann Jaresko

Mr. & Mrs. Eugene and Lydia Jarosewich†

Mr. Richard A. Javick

Mr. & Mrs. Glenn Patrick and Mary Beth Juday

Very Rev. Dismas B. Kalcic, OSB

Dr. & Mrs. Nazar and Olha Kalivoshko

Mr. & Mrs. William John and Anna M. Karpinski

Mr. & Mrs. Oleh G.† and Ivanka Karawan

Ms. Lesia L. Haliv and Mr. Thomas Myer Kearney

Dr. Tosca M. Kekish

Drs. Roman and Lydia† Kernitsky

Mrs. Luba Kerod

Dr. Herbert Kindermann

Knights of Columbus, Santa Maria Council 6065/Plano, TX

Mr. & Mrs. Bohdan Kniahnyckyj

Mr. William G. Kofron

Mr. & Mrs. Andrew G. and Zoriana C. Kolomayets

Mr. & Mrs. Anatole† and Luba Kolomayets

Ms. Oksana Korduba

Mr. Mykola† and Mrs. Oksana B. Koropeckyj

Dr. Walter G. Korytowsky, Mrs. Mary F. Korytowsky

Mr. & Mrs. Michael and Luba Kostryba

Dr. Lidia P. Kostyniuk and Mr. Gregory W. Kostyniuk

Mr. & Mrs. Mark and Karen Koulogeorge

Dr. & Mrs. Eugene R. and Maria Kovalsky

Mr. & Mrs. Ihor and Irene Olga Kowal

Mrs. Christina Slevinsky Kowinko

Mr. & Mrs. Walter and Anna† Kozicky

Dr. & Mrs. Orest and Maria Kozicky

Mr. & Mrs. Roman and Irena Kramarchuk

Mrs. Bohdanna D. Kruczak

The Kulas Family Charitable Gift Fund

Mr. & Mrs. Bohdan Hryhor and Elizabeth A. Kulchyckyj

Mr. Wolodymyr Kusznir

Ms. Ksenia S. Kuzmycz

Mr. & Mrs. Oleh and Oleksandra Kuzo

Dr. Markian J. Kuzycz

Drs. Myroslaw J. Kyj

Rev. James Edwin Lease

Dr. Peter M. Lenchur and Dr. Ruth Cholhan-Lenchur

Ms. Alexandra Lencyk

Dr. Michael P. Lewko

Mr. & Mrs. Wasyl and Vira Liscynesky

Mr. Bohdan Lisowsky and Mrs. Maria Lonchyna Lisowsky

Mr. Thomas G. Hardy and Ms. Janet Long

Mr. & Mrs. Oleh and Oksana Lopatynsky

Major & Mrs. Earle S. and Joan E.† Lott

Prof. Paul Luciw

Ms. Christina Lupichuk

Lviv Business Group

Mr. & Mrs. Lubomyr A.† and Christina R. Lypeckyj

Rev. Gordon Mahoney†

Prof. George P. Majeska†

Dr. & Mrs. R. Joseph Marilley

Dr. Lydia O. Martynec

Dr. & Mrs. Jerome and Diane Maryniuk

Dr. & Mrs. Petro and Lydia† Matiaszek

Mr. & Mrs. Ihor and Olena M. Matwyshyn

Mr. & Mrs. Peter K. and Connie Maurer

Mr. Lawrence Gerard Mayka

Dr. Henry D. McHenry, Jr. and Mrs. Edith R. McHenry

Meest-America Inc./Port Reading, NJ

New Melleray Abbey/Peosta, IA

Mr. & Mrs. Myron and Christine Melnyk

Mr. Emil Melnyk†

Metropolitan Archeparchy of Philadelphia

Mr. & Mrs. Zenon J.† and Natalie J. Miahky

St. Thomas More College

Prof. George Louis Morgan

Dr. & Mrs. Andrew N. and Marta P. Mostovych

Mr. Gregory J. Muth and Mrs. Diana Celewycz Muth

Dr. & Mrs. Paul and Leonarda Nadzikewycz

The Raymond and Gloria Naftali Foundation

Ms. Maria Nalywayko

Network for Good

Ms. Luba Nowak

Mr. & Mrs. Jaroslaw and Halyna Oberyszyn†

Ms. S. Cynthia Nakoneczny Obojski

Mrs. Lydia Odezynsky†

Ms. Maria Z. Odezynskyj

Mr. & Mrs. Bohdan† and Maria Odezynskyj

Dr. Ellen Godwin

Ms. Maria T. Oharenko†

Mr. & Mrs. David A. and Natalie M. Olds

Mr. & Mrs. Alex H. and Kathy M. Omecinsky

Rev. Capt. Michael P. O'Neil

Mrs. Mary Padykula†

Msgr. David P. Page

Mr. Richard J. Polakiewicz Jr.

Mrs. Luba Palashewsky†

Mr. Peter Palij

Dr. & Mrs. Jaroslav and Jaroslava Panchuk†

Ms. Olena Maria Paslawsky

Passionist Nuns of St. Louis County

Mr. John Paulovich

Mr. & Mrs. George and Maria Pazuniak

Ms. Martha T. Pelensky

Prof. Wolodymyr V. Petryshyn†

Mrs. Chrystyna Pevny

Dr. & Mrs. Bohdan M. and Christina M. Pichurko

PIMCO Foundation

Ms. Mary Pinaha†

Saint Pio Foundation

Ms. Daria Pokinsky

Dr. Anna Oleskiw Procyk

Mrs. Helen Prociuk†

Ms. Daria Pryshlak

Ms. Lali Pshyk

Mr. & Mrs. Myron B. and Lyudmila Rabij

Razom for Ukraine

Dr. & Mrs. Andrew and Ruta Ripecky

Mrs. Irene H. Russnak†

Ms. Jean I. Sagan†

Mr. & Mrs. Askold and Lana Sandursky

Mrs. Steffi Sarvady†

Dr. Jurij Savyckyj

Self Reliance Association of American Ukrainians, Inc./New York

Sempra Energy Foundation/ Matching Gifts

Mr. & Mrs. Bohdan M. and Chrystia T. Senyk

Mr. & Mrs. Theodore and Natalie Shatynski

Mr. Stephen Alex Shegda

Sheptytsky Institute of Eastern Christian Studies

Dr. & Mrs. George and Marta† Shevchuk

Mr. Orest M. Kyzyk and Ms. Tamara Shevchenko

Mr. Petro Nikitin and Ms. Anna Shpook

Rev. Stephen Shubiak

Mr. & Mrs. Ihor A. and Daria Shust†

Sisters of St. Joseph/Belleville, KS

Ms. Michelle Lynn Smith

Dr. Roman P. Smyk†

Dr. Luke D. Tomycz and Mrs. Mariya Soroka

Drs. Alexander Z. and Maria C. Sosenko

Ms. Rose Ella Spilman†

St. Josaphat's Ukrainian Catholic Church/Trenton, NJ

St. Mary's Sodality of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Ukrainian Catholic Church

Mr. & Mrs. George A. and Zoriana M. Stawnychy

Mr. John Roman Stecura

Rev. Milton M. Suess†

Mr. & Mrs. Robert J. and Lenore E. Swoboda

Mr. Michael Szypula†

Mr. Gerald A. Talen

Mr. Peter Z. Teluk

Mrs. Maria C. Thomeer†

Dr. & Mrs. Robert Scott and Lannette Turicchi

Dr. John Cienki and Dr. Lyubomyra Tuzyak

Dr. George Wolodymyr Tysowsky

Ms. Bohdanna M. Tytla

U A Group Development, LLC

UAC Foundation, Inc. at Ukrainian FCU, Rochester, NY, USA

The Ukrainian National Foundation, Inc./Parsippany, NJ

Ukrainian National Home Foundation Inc./Passaic, NJ

Ukrainian Senior Society of Miami

Ukrainian American Publishing & Printing Co., Inc.

Ukrainian Culture Center Foundation Inc./Los Angeles, CA

Ukrainian Selfreliance Michigan Federal Credit Union/Warren, MI

Ukrainian Patriarchal Society/ New York City

Ukrainian Federation of America

University of St. Mary of the Lake/ Mundelein, IL

Ms. Eleanor J. Valentine

Ms. Andrea M. Vayda

Rev. Gregory L. Veneklase

Mr. & Mrs. Bohdan and Bohdanna K. Vitvitsky

Dr. & Mrs. Wilfried and Maria Voge

Dr. & Mrs. Ihor L. and Martha H. Voyevidka

Mr. & Mrs. Edward F. and Joan C. Waterbury†

Mr. & Mrs. Richard† and Yvonne Williams

Drs. Andrij R. and Martha A. Wojtowycz

Dr. Chrysanna Huhlewych Woroch

Mr. & Mrs. Myron S. and Oresta M. Zadony

Mrs. Marianna Zajac

Dr. Bohdan N. Zarewych

Mr. & Mrs. Rudolf R. and Dorothy† Zaveruka

Mr. & Mrs. Lubomyr and Larysa Zielyk

Ms. Ann Zinich

Mr. & Mrs. Lubomyr M. and Maria† Koropey Zobniw

Dr. Marta Lopatynsky and Mr. Ihor Zwarycz

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.

Josyf Slipyj Legacy Society

“Raise temples of learning burning with the spiritual strength of our Church and our people. Remember that the fullness of life in the Church and in our people is not possible without our own scholarship.”

Patriarch Josyf Slipyj, The Testament

With our deepest gratitude, we recognize donors who have named Ukrainian Catholic University Foundation as a beneficiary in their wills, trusts, or beneficiary designations of their assets. They have ensured the bright future of Ukrainian Catholic University envisioned by the Confessor of Faith, Patriarch Josyf Cardinal Slipyj.

We invite all benefactors who have already included UCU Foundation in their estate plans but have not yet informed the Foundation, as well as those who are considering a legacy gift, to join our enrolled members in the Josyf Slipyj Legacy Society. To learn more about legacy giving please contact Yulia Komar, Director of Legacy Giving, at 224-258-8758 or komar@ucufoundation.org.

Enrolled members of the Josyf Slipyj Legacy Society as of June 30, 2024:

Eve Terilyn Kostyna Allen

Anonymous (1)

Maria Oksana Bachynska-Tarasiuk

Joseph A. Barraco

Lieda Ivanna Boyko

Olena Christina Boyko

Guy and Carolyn Camarata

Joanne Mary Celewycz

Anne Chermak Dillen

Arnold Conrad

Metropolitan Archbishop

Borys Gudziak

Dr. Vselolod and Lidia Kohutiak

Andriy and Chrystia Kozak

Alexander B. Kuzma

Lubomyra Lukomskyj

Boris Lushniak and Patricia Cusumano

Dr. Yaroslav† and Larissa Muzyczka

Charles and Erlinda Neubecker

Miceal F. O’Hurley and Oksana Shadrina

Jaroslaw Paluha

Olena Paslawsky

Rev. Michael Perry

Adrian R. Saluk

Christyna Bodnar Sheldon

George Shevchuk

Roman Slysh

Taras Szmagala Jr. and Helen Jarem

Myroslawa Tesluk

Lawrence Tremsky

James and Colette Vail

Martha Wiegand

Alyce Ann Woroniak

We remember with appreciation and prayer deceased donors whose estate gifts supported UCU Foundation’s mission:

$1,000,000+

Luba Bac

Walter P. Hendricks

Stefan and Wolodymyra Slywotzky

Gregory Stepanets

Alex Stogryn

$500,000–$999,999

Joseph Danko

Eugene Klymko

Olga G. Kruk

$50,000–$99,999

Michael and Irena Boyko

Louis H. Gall

Serge and Janina Kimack

Wolodymyr and Helene Klymkiw

Olga Martyniuk

Robert Meder

Mykola Nenadkevich

Maria Olensky

Walter Skocen

Dr. Roman P. Smyk

Maria Tymiak

$100,000–$499,999

Ewhen Bachynskyj

Martha Borodayko

Mykola Diakun

Dr. Maria Fischer Slysh and Dr. Rudolf Fischer

Dr. Alexander and Jaroslawa Gudziak

Yurij Koval

Daria M. Mudry

Anton Piszczak

Stefania Pryshlak

Olga Olensky Schirmer and Herbert Schirmer

Dr. Vladimir and Nadia Shkilnyk

Irene M. Zielyk

$25,000–$49,999

Walter Beriska

Neonila Bilczynsky

Rev. George Binkowski

Udell I. Harris

Anna Krupnyk

Wladimira Maciurak

Gloria Muenks

Maria T. Oharenko

Luba D. Onuferko

Rev. Ostap Oryshkevych

Helena Panczak

Mychajlo and Lubomyra Pezansky

Ihor M. Vitkovitsky

$10,000–$24,999

Msgr. Leo Adamiak

Mychajlo Bilyk

Anatoliy Chorniy

Irena Holubowsky Case

Olha Dudiak

Bohdanna Geleta

Maria Kupczynski

Jaroslawa Labka

Janet Lancaster

Maria Lohaza

Jaroslaw Luchanko

Tamara Mryc

Michael and Anna Ostashewsky

Mary Pinaha

Steve J. Popovich

Wolodymyr Romaniw

Leon Szczur

Irene C. Werbyckyj

William Swiderski

Martha Turczyn

Maria and Kornel Wasylyk

We are also grateful to 28 donors who left smaller estate gifts to benefit our mission.

“As long as my late wife and I had been working and found ourselves of reasonably comfortable means, we’d chosen to donate to many causes that we felt were needy, that we could relate to, and that used their donations effectively. Of all the charities, though, UCU stood out as the match for our criteria. It’s the long-term effect that our contributions have, improving Ukraine’s standing — as the graduates of UCU eventually guide society in the multiple aspects of professionalism, honesty, integrity, and morality. And year after year I can see the progress being made by the students and graduates of UCU, justifying the further support.”

Dr. George Shvechuk, UCU Foundation supporter and Josyf Slipyj Legacy Society member

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