NEW YORK & LONDON & HONG KONG & KYIV (in spirit)– March 3, 2022 — (BUSINESS WIRE)– Jefferies announced today that its Ukrainian Doing Good Global Trading Day raised more than $14 million, and the funds will be quickly distributed to 20 charities that are providing on the ground humanitarian aid and support.
In a remarkable show of support, Jefferies’ clients generated $12.4 million in net trading commissions, with Jefferies employees donating more than $700,000 and the Company contributing $1 million as well. Of this contribution, $1 million will be distributed to CARE to provide immediate aid in Ukraine, including food, water, hygiene kits, support services and direct cash assistance.