UNICEF Ukraine winter response for vulnerable families with children

Highlights

Winter 2026-2027 is expected to be the most dangerous winter for children in Ukraine since the start of the full-scale war. To meet the needs of 3 million people, including 540,000 children, UNICEF requires US$160.5 million for the 2026–2027 winter response in Ukraine, covering the following activities: 

• Cash-for-winter assistance
• District heating system repairs
• School energy and heating grants
• Health facility energy resilience
• Child protection services