By Development Team | Kidsave Staff
As the war continues to devastate communities across Ukraine, Kidsave’s team remains committed to reaching those most in need—particularly families living in remote villages near the frontline. These areas, often overlooked, continue to suffer from ongoing destruction and isolation. Despite the risks, our mission is clear: no one should be left behind.
Many of the villages we serve have seen little to no outside help. They are home to families with children, elderly people, and others who, for various reasons, cannot leave. With roads often damaged and communications disrupted, life in these communities is incredibly difficult. But through determination, care, and the support of our donors, we have been able to bring hope and essential aid to these forgotten places.
To meet basic needs, Kidsave regularly delivers food supplies to ensure families have access to nutrition, along with clothing and shoes for children and adults alike. Heating materials are provided to help families survive the harsh winters, and we distribute medical supplies to support basic health and emergency care.
In recent months, we’ve delivered 7,023 food packages to families in need. Vegetables were distributed to 1,365 families, totaling over 19,000 kilograms. We provided 115 tons of fuel briquettes to help 393 families heat their homes during the cold season. Clothing, including warm coats and shoes, amounting to 600 kilograms. A major highlight was our partnership with Samaritan’s Purse, which resulted in a truckload of food supplies—enough to feed 1,500 families, with each household receiving about 14 kilograms of food.
With the arrival of spring, we’ve launched a new initiative: seed distribution to help local residents plant gardens and grow their own food. In these uncertain times, the ability to grow food brings not only practical nourishment but also resilience and a renewed sense of hope for the future. A small package of seeds might not seem like much, but in the hands of a determined family, it becomes a powerful symbol of survival, growth, and life pushing forward despite the odds. It represents the ability to rebuild, to care for loved ones, and to take control in a world that has felt out of control for far too long.
Alongside our humanitarian outreach, Kidsave continues to support families through our Support Center for Children and Families in Mykolaiv, where we provide moral, psychological, and material assistance to children impacted by the ongoing crisis. Our goal is to create a nurturing, safe environment where children can heal and rediscover joy. Through regular art therapy sessions led by trained professionals, children process trauma, express emotions creatively, and rebuild trust in their surroundings. This past month, we organized a special excursion to the local zoo—a simple outing that brought immense joy and lasting memories. For many children, it was one of the best days of their lives.
More than just therapy, the center fosters emotional relief and community bonding. Children begin to form new friendships, laugh together, and support one another. These moments of connection and shared happiness are important for displaced children who’ve lost so much. So far, 2,341 children have received humanitarian assistance, 149 visited the Support Office for structured activities, and 23 joined our memorable zoo excursion.
Every delivery Kidsave makes to remote, war-torn villages—and every moment of healing and happiness at our Support Center—is made possible because of your generosity. Your support helps us bring food, warmth, and medical care to families in isolated communities, while also creating a safe, nurturing space where children can recover, connect, and rediscover joy. Whether it’s a package of seeds or a day at the zoo, your gift brings both practical relief and emotional restoration. A small act of kindness today can plant more than a garden—it can plant healing, resilience, and hope for a brighter future. Donate today and make a lasting difference.
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By Development Team | Kidsave Staff
By Tiffany Chiang | Development Intern
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