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US Ukrainian Activists Inc

EIN 85-0784959 · Bristow, VA

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood85 out of 100GovernanceFair67 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

US Ukrainian Activists (USUA) is committed to supporting Ukraine, its culture, and its people in their fight for liberty, independence, democracy, and a promising prosperous future. We are dedicated to helping save lives in Ukraine and providing essential assistance to those in need to defend themselves, survive, recover, rebuild, and receive other necessary support. In addition, we work to raise awareness, advocate for Ukraine, and promote its rich cultural heritage and legacy.

Income
$335,347
Spending
$175,187
Spent on programs
97%
Reserves
20.8 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 100%
Employees
0
Volunteers
33

Source: Form 990 for the year ending March 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Good: 85 out of 100. Higher than 50% of charities in its peer group (philanthropy, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    35 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 20.8 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes -1% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 48% of income.

  • Income trend

    0 of 15

    Income fell 26% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    97% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 1 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending March 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Fair: 67 out of 100. Higher than 41% of charities in its peer group (philanthropy, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    18 of 25

    2 of 3 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    0 of 8

    Reports no written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    0 of 7

    Reports no written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Independent check of accounts

    6 of 15

    Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending March 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Impact evidence

Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.

Programs described in its return (4)
  1. $116,460 spent. We supported Hospitallers, a Ukrainian battalion of front-line paramedics, with the repair of their evacuation ambulances, critical medical supplies, CATs (Combat Application Tourniquets), summer uniforms and military boots, AROS 3000 Oxygen Generating Field Portable Systems, and medical equipment batteries to help them continue saving the lives of Ukrainian defenders and civilians. In addition, we shipped necessary medical supplies to a Ukrainian military hospital in Kryvyi Rih.
  2. $37,924 spent. We supported Ukrainian veterans in their rehabilitation journey through sports, including participation in the Marine Corps Marathon (MCM). In addition, we supported a K9 military unit and Ukrainian defenders by providing vehicles, night vision devices, tablets, drones, gas masks, protective vests and helmets, universal charging stations, and tools for repairing evacuation vehicles.
  3. $8,407 spent. We provided support to children of fallen Ukrainian Heroes, children from active combat zones, children living in children's homes, children from families of internally displaced persons, children from other socially vulnerable groups, and children with disabilities, as well as to internally displaced families and civilians affected by the war.
  4. $6,779 spent. During this fiscal year, we organized two concerts in support of Ukraine, celebrating and promoting its vibrant culture and rich heritage. We continued a cherished tradition we launched in 2022 by celebrating Ukraine's Independence Day in Washington, D.C., and successfully organized a large, three-part event this year, as well. Additionally, we organized major rallies in Washington, D.C., including the weekly #StandWithUkraineEveryDay rallies, which later transitioned to monthly demonstrations in front of the White House.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending March 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Legitimacy checks

  1. Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.

    Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  2. Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.

    Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.

    Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated November 6, 2026.

  3. Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.

    On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.

    Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending March 2025.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since September 2021.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  6. Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.

    Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.

    Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated November 4, 2026.

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