The Alcoa Foundation has announced grants to help people affected by the conflict in Ukraine. In response to the growing need resulting from the crisis in Ukraine, the Alcoa Foundation will allocate $500,000 in humanitarian aid to the International Rescue Committee (IRC).

From the aforementioned foundation, this grant will help vulnerable residents affected by the conflict. In fact, IRC provides critical support to families crossing borders to escape violent conflict and assists with urgent unmet needs, which may include hot meals, clothing, transitional shelter, soap kits, child care and hygiene supplies for women and girls, and counseling support to address trauma.

IRC currently provides effective emergency assistance, shelter, clothing, basic supplies and information delivery to refugees, including legal rights and documentation, access to medical care and long-term housing options in both Ukraine and Poland.