Disaster Response Ukraine Project #56133

Survival packages for war-torn areas of Ukraine

by Life Quality Fund

Survival packages for war-torn areas of Ukraine

Project Report | Nov 21, 2024
Warmth of Hope - Your Impact in Challenging Times

By Yanina Lomaka | Project Leader

Svitlana from Lugansk region

Dear Friend,

I hope this letter finds you well. As a valued supporter of our Survival Packages for war-torn areas of Ukraine project, I want to share with you the real stories of resilience that your generosity has made possible.

In these challenging times, when donations have been scarce, your support has been a beacon of hope for those most vulnerable in Ukraine's war-torn regions.

Stories of Resilience

Svetlana's Story: Rebuilding from Nothing

Just recently, we met Svetlana on her birthday (she turned 71 years old) - a day that would typically be filled with joy but was instead mixed with struggle and some sadness. Forced to flee the danger zone with her family, she found herself starting over from scratch. She said she even had to collect used items left by other people, desperately trying to create a semblance of home in an unfamiliar place. Our Warming Basket of Care brought her not just practical items but a moment of unexpected joy and hope.

Galyna's Perspective: Finding Joy in Small Moments

Another remarkable woman from the Luhansk region shared a profound insight. Displaced by the conflict, Galyna told us how, in such difficult circumstances, one learns to find joy like a child - rejoicing in even the smallest acts of kindness. The simple items in our care package became more than just supplies - they were a lifeline of hope.

Viktory and Vitaly: A Story of Care and Survival

From the Donetsk region, 72-year-old Viktor lives with his son Vitaly, who requires constant care due to health challenges. Their daily life is a testament to love and resilience. With the limited funds we've received, we were able to provide them with essential support, easing their burden, even if just for a moment.

Our Impact This Quarter

Despite financial constraints, we managed to:

Deliver 3 Warming Baskets of Care

Support families across different conflict-affected regions

Provide essential items, including:

- Food products

- Warm blankets

- Thermoses

- Portable power banks

The Ongoing Challenge

Winter approaches, and the need remains critical. Each donation, no matter how small, creates ripples of hope in lives overwhelmed by uncertainty.

Your Continued Support

Your past support has been crucial. If you can continue to help, every contribution makes a tangible difference in these families' lives.

With deepest gratitude and hope,

Yanina Lomaka

Life Quality Fund

P.S. These stories are real. These are not statistics but lives touched by your generosity.

Galyna from Lugansk region

Viktor and Vitaly from Donetsk region

Warming Basket of Care

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Jul 10, 2024
Helping Elderly IDPs in Uzhhorod

By Yanina Lomaka | Project Leader

Dear Friend!

As we write this on July 10, 2024 – Day 866 of the war in Ukraine – our hearts are heavy from the atrocious missile attack just two days ago that claimed dozens of lives, wounded many, and destroyed vital civil infrastructure, including the Okhmatdit Children's Hospital in Kyiv.

Once again, we want to express our deepest gratitude to you all for your support of the Ukrainian people during this painful and challenging season of unjust war and for your generous donations that allow us to bring at least some good into the lives of the people suffering from the war outcomes.

Also, we want to be transparent with you: our organization currently receives limited donations for this project, which means we cannot make significant steps at this time. However, we firmly believe that even small acts of kindness and support can significantly impact people's lives.

For our last project, we visited an IDP center in Uzhhorod, Zakarpattia region. We brought household cleaning supplies and hygiene products (toilet paper, soap, cleansing gel, diapers, etc.), which were a significant need. We met with some of the 90 residents who have fled from different regions of Ukraine. Many shared stories of surviving bombings and losing their homes and livelihoods. This IDP center is home to about 90 such IDPs from Kherson, Donetsk, Luhansk, and Dnipro regions. Many of them are from the occupied territories or the frontline areas, and their homes are destroyed.

One gentleman we met was drinking his tea when the bomb hit his house, destroying it and causing multiple severe injuries for the owner, who can barely walk with the crutches now.

While we're grateful for our impact, the need remains great. With your continued support, we aim to expand our reach to more IDP centers and provide additional essential services.

As the saying goes, 'No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.' Regardless of size, your donations allow us to continue these vital gestures of support. They remind our displaced fellow citizens that they are not forgotten.

Thank you for understanding that even small good deeds can light up someone's world in these challenging times. Together, we're making a difference, one small act at a time.

THANK YOU FOR STANDING WITH UKRAINE!

Fellowship time

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Mar 13, 2024
Medicines and help for the IDPs

By Oleksandr Lomaka | Project Leader

Fellowship

Dear Friend!

This report expresses our deepest gratitude for your generous donations to our Life Quality charity work in Ukraine.

Today is March 13, 2024 – Day 749 of the war in Ukraine – yes, 2 years already and continuing…

Yesterday russian rockets hit 2 residential buildings in Kryvyi Rih, killing and wounding civilians. Then, there were explosions in the Sumyand the Mynorhrad – bringing destruction, pain, and despair. And things like this happen every day. This is not to touch the pity button but to bring more understanding.

People continue to flee the danger zones to save their children and their own lives. Many older people also have to run from their homes, where they have spent most of their lives. It is especially hard on those people who have serious medical issues – like disabilities. Many of them need medicine regularly and personal hygiene things such as diapers.

But because of your continual generosity and donations, we were able to help several internally displaced families from the Donetsk region who now live in the Khust area of the Zakarpattia region.

Some people needed expensive medication, such as anticancer treatment and medicine to lower blood pressure and glucose levels. Some families needed a heater. Some people needed pillows and an electric kettle. One gentleman needed a wheelchair to move around.

Most of these people live in so-called social housing—like a dormitory—which, of course, is nothing like home. Some also try to find affordable rent, which is not easy. Many of them are barely making ends meet, which means they can't afford proper medication or treatment.

One man cried when he found out that we had brought all the medication from his list!

So, we were glad and honored to be able to improve the quality of life for these several families - at least a little.

Of course, we want to share the deepest gratitude from these dear men and women who realize that there are precious hearts who think about them and give to help.

Thank you again for your generosity and your support of Ukraine. Thank you for standing with us, and may your kindness be rewarded!

THANK YOU!

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