donor Spotlight
Sasha and Luda Partnership
Sasha and Luda Dragonov are Ukrainian activists supporting the Ukrainian Community in the Washington D.C. Metro area. They are raising money for the purchase of vehicles and drones in Ukraine.
After meeting them, we decided to join our efforts and welcomed them into Ukraine Aid. We began by sending an evacuation vehicle to Ukraine that was purchased in Germany. Among their many activities, Sasha and Luda have a crafts shop at Lake Anne in Reston that features many Ukraine themed articles. The proceeds are all used to support Ukraine.
Thank you Sasha and Luda for partnering with Ukraine Aid!
From Stilwell to Ukraine: A Doctor's Generosity
Through the generosity of one man, Dr. Dennis Martin, Ukraine Aid shipped 1,021 pounds of medical supplies to a front line mobile hospital (MASH) in Ukraine. When Dr. Martin completed his Family Practice Residency in 1979, he wanted to serve a “needy rural area”. He began a practice in Stilwell, OK, becoming the fourth doctor in the entire county. His practice included the Martin Medical Center where he performed outpatient surgery. After more than 40 years, he contacted Ukraine Aid and donated his equipment and supplies in support of Ukraine. When we discussed the lack of clothing for wounded soldiers coming in from the field, he purchased sweatpants, T-shirts, underwear and socks for 200 patients. He topped it all off with a significant cash donation.
Dr. Martin conducted multiple medical visits under emergency conditions to numerous countries during his career. While he would never admit it, the man is a hero.
The good doctor speaks of how fortunate he is for having had a fulfilling career. Be like Dr. Martin.
Birthday Wish: Support Ukraine!
Jackson is a 10-year-old Ukrainian-American who asked friends to donate to Ukraine Aid instead of accepting birthday presents:
“I choose to ask my friends to donate to Ukraine instead of giving me birthday presents because I have been following the war and I think the Russian invasion was wrong. Putin is also trying to wrongfully reunite the countries that broke off the Soviet Union. If he does do this Russia could be a threat to N.A.T.O. like nothing before I also am Ukrainian myself and I have family in Ukraine. In Ukraine the people are suffering from the war. Here in the U.S., we are living normal lives, and earning extra money to spend freely. This is a privilege which I am glad to have, but think of all the people in Ukraine, cramped in bomb shelters, fighting, worrying what’s to come, and they have nothing to do with starting the war. The Russians are killing every living thing in sight, but Ukraine is fighting back. Ukraine is conquering back territories that Russia previously conquered and giving Russia a hard time. If we all work together and donate to Ukraine, then Ukraine could win the war. With this I hope that this has inspired you to donate to Ukraine, if you donate it could save lives.”
-Jackson
Thank you, Jackson!
A Small Act. A big impact.
Sisters from Maryland set up a lemonade stand in their neighborhood. All profits were directly donated to Ukraine Aid! The sisters wanted to do something proactively to support Ukraine. A little help to make a difference can go a long way!
Dan and Sandy Krivit
Dan and Sandy Krivit are Ukraine Aid donors who work tirelessly to help people in need and organizations that help communities around the world. Dan and Sandy are partners at Krivit & Krivit, P.C. Krivit & Krivit is a Washington D.C.-based law firm founded in 1976. Sandy is a senior legislative adviser and regulatory specialist, representing the legislative and public policy interests of clients at the Congressional and Executive Branch agency levels. Dan is a leading lawyer and legal expert in areas of public policy, federal administration, education and health. Krivit & Krivit focuses on helping improve the lives of individuals, families and communities through effective legal representation of public policy development at local and national levels. Dan and Sandy Krivit are generous, kind, and stand up for what is right. The Krivits were an early supporter of Ukraine Aid and continually want to help our organization to support Ukraine during this devastating time. Thank you Dan and Sandy!
Kateryna’s Flash Fundraiser
Kateryna is Ukrainian-American and an avid runner. She recently ran the Brooklyn Marathon and held a 36-hour flash fundraiser in honor of Ukraine. All donations made during the 36 hours were donated to Ukraine Aid! We are so thankful and amazed by Kateryna's dedication and support. Thank you Kateryna for being an advocate and helping spread the word about Ukraine Aid!
Nataliya’s Bracelets
Nataliya is a Ukrainian-American first grader. She started making blue and yellow bracelets immediately after the Ukrainian conflict started. All proceeds collected from Nataliya’s Bracelets exceeded $4,000 and were donated to Ukraine Aid. Thank you Nataliya!