7 Ways to Support the People of Ukraine
Our hearts are broken over the invasion of Ukraine. Our thoughts are with the people of Ukraine, their families, and all of those who are fleeing for their survival or fighting for their freedom and country. If you’re looking for ways to support people affected by the conflict in Ukraine, we’re sharing 7 resources you can donate to. From providing emergency assistance to distributing fresh meals to people in need, these organizations are helping refugees, internally displaced people and those who are affected by this crisis.
Sunflower of Peace is a Boston, USA-based non-profit organization that supports the people of Ukraine affected by the Russian invasion. They started a new fundraiser to provide medical and humanitarian aid to paramedics and doctors in areas affected by violence. You can donate here.
The Kyiv Independent is a media outlet working to bring credible news from Ukraine to the world. This GoFundMe account was started by Jakub Parusinski, the Chief Financial Officer of the Kyiv Independent, to help the Independent share trustworthy news with the world. You can learn more about their story and donate here.
Razom for Ukraine works to build a stronger democracy in Ukraine. They’ve established an SOS emergency fund that uses donations to purchase medical supplies. You can donate here.
Voices of Children provides psychological and psychosocial support to children affected by war. You can donate to their cause here.
In partnership with Global Empowerment Mission, Bstrong provides emergency assistance to people in crisis. From working with local travel agencies to facilitate refugee travel needs to distributing crisis kits, Bstrong is working to reach the needs of people in Ukraine. Learn more about Bstrong and donate here.
World Central Kitchen’s Chef Relief program aims to cook and provide meals for those in need. WCK has operations set up at multiple border lines and invasion sites to provide hot, fresh food to refugees and individuals fleeing from Ukraine. Learn more and donate here.
Urgent Action Fund {UAF} is a feminist fund that protects, strengthens, and sustains women and transgender human rights. UAF is supporting women, trans, and nonbinary activists on the ground in Ukraine with emergency evacuations, survival training, legal support and more. You can learn more about the Urgent Action Fund here and can donate here.
Please share in the comments any other programs you’ve been donating to.
XO Team LC
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