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One million children at risk of life-threatening malnutrition in Sahel region NEW YORK, April 23, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- As malnutrition reaches emergency levels across the Sahel region of West and Central Africa affecting at least one million children, UNICEF partner UPS has sprung to action to provide transport for the first aerial shipment of lifesaving UNICEF supplies to Mauritania this year, a country within the affected region. The UPS flight, departing from...

NEW YORK, April 16, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- This year shoppers can purchase a Mother's Day gift that delivers health and happiness to children and families in need. The U.S. Fund for UNICEF is pleased to announce a wide selection of lifesaving items available in the UNICEF Inspired Gifts collection and the UNICEF cards and gifts spring catalog. By purchasing from this assortment, shoppers can support UNICEF's work and make a difference for children around the world....

NEW YORK, March 22, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ --The U.S. Fund for UNICEF and American Airlines employee volunteers have returned from a trip to see first-hand UNICEF programs in the Dominican Republic focusing on child survival, protection and development. UNICEF's Change for Good program on American Airlines engages American's employees - known as "Champions for Children" - who volunteer to collect contributions of foreign and domestic currency from customers to support UNICEF's...

NEW YORK, March 15, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- As a leader in the fragrance industry, Giorgio Armani is proud to announce, for the third year, its partnership with the U.S. Fund for UNICEF. The company will serve as the national sponsor of the 2012 UNICEF Tap Project, a nationwide initiative to help provide the world's children with access to safe, clean water, through its Acqua for Life campaign. Acqua for Life was developed in an effort to raise awareness around the world to...

One million children at risk of life-threatening malnutrition in Sahel region - $67 million needed for immediate relief efforts NEW YORK, Feb. 10, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- In an effort to avert a large-scale loss of life due to malnutrition and disease, UNICEF is ramping up its operations in eight countries in the Sahel region of West and Central Africa. An initial $67 million is urgently needed for UNICEF's relief operations to save children's lives and prevent a...

Award-winning illustrator Tavis Coburn, acclaimed international commercial director Brent Harris, and Giorgio Armani Fragrances team up to help UNICEF provide safe, clean water to children around the world NEW YORK, Feb. 6, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Now in its sixth year, the award-winning UNICEF Tap Project once again offers thousands of volunteers, restaurants, partners and individuals across the nation the opportunity to help provide the world's children with...

Unrestricted revenue critical in assisting the vulnerable during crises NEW YORK and GENEVA, Jan. 27, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- UNICEF appealed today for $1.28 billion to fund its 2012 humanitarian operations in more than 25 countries globally. While the crisis in Somalia and across the Horn of Africa accounts for nearly one-third of the total amount, the list of countries includes many long-standing or "silent" emergencies. Launched today in Geneva, the UNICEF 2012...

U.S. Children Ages 14 and Under Are Invited to Submit Original Artwork for 2012 Theme "Peace on Earth" from October 16 - November 4 NEW YORK, Oct. 19, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- For the 21st year, the annual Pier 1 Imports/UNICEF Greeting Card Contest invites children in the United States ages 14 and under to submit their original artwork October 16 through November 4 for the chance at becoming the featured artist for the 2012 holiday season. A beloved annual tradition, the winning...

HGTV, Key Club International and FEED Help UNICEF Campaign Make a Mark this Halloween NEW YORK, Sept. 7, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Today, the U.S. Fund for UNICEF launched its 61st annual Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF campaign. Infused with new interactive digital elements this year including the first-ever Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF online costume party, supporters will be able to plan a Halloween party, share stories, and create a virtual costume at trickortreatforunicef.org. For 61...

Klum Encourages Kids to "Party for a Purpose" this Halloween for 61st Annual Campaign NEW YORK, Aug. 23, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Today the U.S. Fund for UNICEF announced that top model, host and executive producer of Project Runway Heidi Klum is taking on yet another role, this time as the 2011 Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF Ambassador. Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF is one of the longest-running youth volunteer initiatives in America. For 61 years it has served as the original Kids Helping...