Citizen Charity Foundation

Thank you to UK Friends of Ukraine for funding the rehabilitation of a wounded Hero. Thanks to the Kharkiv Fundraising Lunch, which took place in May 2024 in London, our Foundation received £2,500 from UK Friends of Ukraine. The funds, amounting to 144,287.40 UAH (GBP 2,722.44), were directed towards the rehabilitation of Volodymyr Strekhozov at the Ukrainian Scientific and Clinical Center for Prosthetics and Rehabilitation. Volodymyr sustained a severe injury to his upper left limb on October 23, 2022, in the Bakhmut direction. With the support of UK Friends of Ukraine, Volodymyr underwent a 103-day rehabilitation course. This included consultations with doctors, occupational therapy sessions, therapeutic massage, exercises on specialized equipment, and other procedures. The soldier's physical condition has significantly improved: the mobility of his limb has increased, and the pain syndrome has decreased. We express our sincere gratitude to UK Friends of Ukraine for their generous contribution to the rehabilitation of wounded defenders. ————————— Support the rehabilitation of the wounded: ✅ Mono Bank https://lnkd.in/ewy35Ycj ✅ PrivatBank pb.ua/short?2ZMHT ✅ IBAN UA173515330000026009045908347 ✅ ctzn24.com/donate

THANKS TO OUR BRITISH FRIENDS 🇺🇦🇬🇧 In May 2024, the UK Friends of Ukraine hosted the Kharkiv Fundraising Lunch event in London. Our foundation had the privilege to introduce the "Cyborg Rehabilitation" program to our British partners. The event also featured a charity auction. The main lots were signed book by Serhiy Zhadan, Citizen ambassador; the painting "Bloom" by Kharkiv artist Iryna Kirichok; and a 2023 Invictus Games Ukrainian team signed T-shirt; coffee workshop by Vadym Granovskiy. We are also grateful to the Kharkiv delegation for their contribution to the fundraising event. The auction raised £2,500, which will be used for the rehabilitation of wounded Ukrainian defenders. We are proud to partner with the UK Friends of Ukraine and extend our heartfelt gratitude to Imogen Payter, Alex Rennie, and Polina Istomina. Strength is in the Unity of Many! __________ Anyone can support the rehabilitation of the wounded by following this link: ctzn24.com/donate

✅ Successful Fundraising for Defender Prosthesis The fundraising for the additional payment to the state prosthetics program for defender Serhiy Chyrva, callsign RED, has been successfully completed! ➤ Read more: https://lnkd.in/dPK-8pEN Together with you, we raised and transferred 176,367.74 UAH to provide Serhiy with the most modern prosthesis, which will help him return to a full life after his hip disarticulation amputation. We are sincerely grateful to everyone who contributed to our fundraising. Every hryvnia, every share of information on social media, every kind thought, and every prayer became part of a great cause. Your concern and support are a true example of unity and mutual assistance that unite our nation. We express special thanks to the Bihus.Info team for their informational support. Thanks to their efforts, even more people learned about our campaign, and we were able to achieve our goal in the shortest possible time. Your work inspires and motivates us to move forward and do important work. Thank you for believing in our work and for your open hearts. There are still many challenges ahead, but with you, we confidently look to the future. 💫 THE STRENGTH IS IN THE UNITY OF MANY! 💫

How Does the Citizen Charity Foundation Operate? In these challenging times for our country, as war brings numerous losses, we unite our efforts to assist our heroic military. Our Foundation aids severely wounded defenders, and thanks to the support of compassionate individuals and organizations, we can provide essential assistance. Here's a look at how we operate: 1️⃣ DONATIONS FROM INDIVIDUALS The largest part of our budget comes from donations from individuals. These are the caring Ukrainians who support our heroes with their contributions. Every hryvnia counts, and it is through these donations that we can continue our vital mission. 2️⃣ SUPPORT FROM PARTNER FUNDS We actively collaborate with domestic and international partner funds that provide us with substantial financial support. These organizations share our values and strive to help those affected by the war. They enable us to pay for modern prosthetics and fund long-term rehabilitation. 3️⃣ SUPPORT FROM UKRAINIAN BUSINESSES Domestic businesses also play a crucial role in our activities. Ukrainian companies provide us with financial assistance, organize charity events, and support us in various other ways. Through collective efforts, we can do more for our defenders. 4️⃣ GRANTS In addition to donations and partner support, we also actively attract grant funds. These are special financial programs that allow us to implement large projects and expand our activities. Grants help us provide our military with the best prosthetics and comprehensive rehabilitation support. Each of these components is an integral part of our Foundation. We are grateful to everyone who supports us and helps us fulfill our mission. ❗️Together, we can do more for those who protect our Homeland! #SupportOurHeroes #CharityFoundation #TogetherWeAreStronger

🙌 Cyborg Rehabilitation is Accelerating! 🙌 Today, we have added swimming pool sessions to the comprehensive rehabilitation of our wounded soldiers. This is a new challenge for our foundation and a wonderful opportunity for our cyborgs to recover both physically and psychologically. You should have seen their eyes! Childlike joy from the lightness of the body in the water. At the same time, it is a new challenge, as they will have to learn to swim "in a new way." The trainer said, "You can do it! You just need to keep working." Cautiously, step by step, we truly believe they will succeed. Yes, there is still work to be done before moving to the "big water," but the story is just beginning. Perhaps soon, we will see someone from this group competing in swimming events. Support our "Rehabilitation of Cyborgs" program and help our heroes get a chance at a full life. Together, we can achieve more! #CyborgRehabilitation #SupportOurHeroes

🌟 Dmytro Receives Advanced Genium X3 Prosthetic Limb 🌟 Dmytro has received a high-functioning lower limb prosthetic, the Genium X3, specifically designed for military personnel. Although SHEVA is still getting accustomed to his new artificial limb, he has already been able to appreciate its capabilities. According to him, the Genium X3 has exceeded his expectations. Soon, this defender will return to duty. Additionally, he now has the desire and, most importantly, the ability to engage in sports again. This case is a shining example of successful collaboration between the state, represented by the Social Protection Fund for Persons with Disabilities, and the Citizen Charity Foundation. Through our joint efforts, we have equipped this defender with the best prosthetic, enhancing his capabilities for both military and civilian life. TOTAL COST OF PROSTHETICS: 2,545,836.77 UAH State contribution (maximum amount): 971,421.00 UAH Contribution from the Citizen Charity Foundation: 1,574,415.77 UAH We sincerely thank you for supporting our wounded defenders!

🇸🇪 Fighter Dan, International Legion of the Ukrainian Armed Forces Read his full story: ctzn24.com/hero/125 With over 30 years of military experience in the Swedish army and French Legion, Dan volunteered to join Ukraine’s fight against Russia. "I am currently undergoing a long treatment and rehabilitation journey. I received a mechanical prosthesis through a state program and have started moving with it despite the pain and additional injuries," Dan said. Remaining in the International Legion, Dan now serves as an instructor, training new soldiers. However, the training process is challenging with the mechanical prosthesis provided by the state program. Dan needs a more functional device with an ALLUX electronic knee block to meet his functional requirements. Fundraising Goal: 870,554 UAH To support Dan, you can donate: ✅ ctzn24.com/donate ✅ PayPal: nlu.mykytik@gmail.com

🇺🇦🏃♂️ Ukrainian Veterans Triumph in Brussels Marathon! 🏃♀️🇺🇦 From May 22-29, 2024, a team of remarkable Ukrainian veterans visited Brussels, showcasing their incredible resilience by completing a 20 km marathon. This initiative aimed to raise global and European awareness about the importance of veteran rehabilitation and to support those who have given so much for their homeland. Team Members: Roman Kashpur, Yurii Kozlovskyi, Vladyslav Shatilo, Tetiana Kozlovska, Yuliia Maslikova-Kashpur, Roman Panchenko, Ivan Drozd, Serhii Kalityuk. During their stay, the veterans also visited the European Parliament and had meetings at NATO. They engaged with representatives from the International Secretariat of NATO, the UK Mission to NATO, and NATO's Public Diplomacy Division, sharing their experiences and perspectives. As a result of this project, part of the funds raised were donated to the Citizen Charity Foundation. A total of €1,000 will be directed towards providing a prosthesis for defender Oleh Andriienko. More about his story here: Oleh Andriienko (https://lnkd.in/dE8GC_aN). Special thanks to our partners at Promote Ukraine for their invaluable support and organization of the veterans' visit to Brussels. Let’s continue to support our heroes and raise awareness for their rehabilitation. Together, we can make a difference! #Veterans #SupportUkraine #BrusselsMarathon #Rehabilitation #NATO #EuropeanParliament #PromoteUkraine #CitizenFoundation

🇧🇪 While our team is preparing for the next challenge in their journey, we'd like to get acquainted with the participants of the 20 km Brussels race 2023. 🇧🇪 Meet Yuriy Kozlovsky, one of the veterans who participated in the 20 km run in Brussels in 2023 and who is planning to take part this year. "My aspirations extend beyond personal achievements: I dream of a swift victory for Ukraine and the reunification of all our territories. Additionally, I advocate for high-quality treatment, rehabilitation, and prosthetics for the wounded, recognizing the collective effort required for the reconstruction and reform of our homeland," Yuriy said. We encourage everyone to join Yuriy’s mission and contribute to providing high-quality rehabilitation and prosthetics for the wounded heroes fighting for Ukraine by supporting the fundraiser. 🔴 Donation Details: Account Name: Promote Ukraine Bank: KBC Belgium Account Number: BE61 7370 6304 7417 SWIFT/BIC Code: KREDBEBBXXX Communication: VETERANS (❗️very important to indicate❗️) The remaining funds will be donated to the Citizen Foundation to provide a prosthetic for wounded defender Oleg Andriyenko for sports activities (Oleg's story: https://lnkd.in/eCWq2e4i) 🔴 Personal jar for this fundraiser: https://lnkd.in/dUvpujq9

Citizen Charity Foundation is excited to announce a partnership with Promote Ukraine to support Ukrainian veterans traveling to Brussels this May! On May 22-29, 2024 Ukrainian veterans will visit Brussels, providing a vital platform to discuss veteran affairs!  As part of their advocacy efforts, veterans will participate in the Brussels 20km race 🇧🇪 The objective is to gather funds to ensure veterans’ upcoming visit! The funding will cover their trip from Ukraine to Brussels, and the remaining funds will be transferred to provide a prosthetic for a wounded defender Oleg Andrienko to engage in sports (https://lnkd.in/dE8GC_aN). 🔴 You can donate with the link: https://lnkd.in/dUvpujq9 This initiative is aimed at bringing awareness to the important cause of veteran rehabilitation and showing support for those who have given so much to defend their country. 🔴 Donation Details: Account Name: Promote Ukraine Bank: KBC Belgium Account Number: BE61 7370 6304 7417 SWIFT/BIC Code: KREDBEBBXXX Communication: VETERANS (❗️very important to indicate❗️)