About us
We are a Ukrainian-led nonprofit community in Virginia, created to support Ukraine and Ukrainians during the war.
Since 2022, we have been helping civilians affected by the war, supporting Ukrainian defenders, and building a strong Ukrainian community in the United States. What started as volunteer action has grown into an organized, transparent, and trusted nonprofit.
We turn donations into real help: humanitarian aid, emergency support, community projects, and critical equipment for those protecting Ukraine.
We believe Ukraine is fighting for freedom — the same values America was built on.
Together, we save lives, protect dignity, and help Ukraine stand.
📌 Registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Our Projects
Events
Ukrainian Fair on November 16thSun, Nov 16Richmond
Ukrainian Summer Camp Week July 28- August 1stMon, Jul 28Epiphany Lutheran Nursery School- Ukrainian Summer Camp Week July 14 - July 18Mon, Jul 14Epiphany Lutheran Nursery School
Rally in Support of Ukraine in Richmond | March 6Thu, Mar 06Richmond, VA, USA
"Bucha" Film Screening: Marking 3 Years Since Ukraine Full-scale WarTue, Feb 25Richmond
Urgent Fundraiser: Help Those Who Need It Most!Wed, Mar 26Місце повідомимо незабаром
Our Team
The people who turn your donations into real help
We are a team of volunteers and managers working between the United States and Ukraine.
Behind every project, delivery, and report are real people and clear responsibility for how donations are used.
Oksana Stakhnevych
Founder & Executive Director
Oksana Stakhnevych is a refugee from Ukraine with more than 10 years of experience in nonprofit leadership and volunteer coordination.
She has organized over 50 volunteer conferences with up to 300 participants and led a volunteer movement of more than 3,000 volunteers across 400+ community projects.
Her work is rooted in transparency, accountability, and building long-term support systems for civilians affected by war.
Anna Lobkov
Board Director (Treasurer) & Community Director
Originally from Kharkiv, Ukraine, Anna is a refugee and an active leader within the Ukrainian community in the United States.
She holds a bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management from Ukraine and a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, and Finance from the City University of New York.
Anna is deeply committed to community development, helping others, and promoting healthy, resilient lifestyles.
Polina Levchenko
Social Media Specialist & Coordinator
Polina is a refugee from Ukraine currently based in Europe.
She leads digital communications and social media coordination, strengthening engagement with donors and partners through impactful storytelling.
Nadia Yelizarova
Ukrainian Language Teacher, Ukrainian Evening School
Nadia is a refugee from Ukraine and an experienced educator working with children and families at the Ukrainian evening school.
She supports language preservation, cultural identity, and community connection.
Iryna Litvinova
Art Teacher, Ukrainian Evening School
Iryna is a refugee from Ukraine and an art educator supporting children through creative expression.
Her work helps children process trauma, express emotions, and maintain cultural continuity.
Inessa Nosenko
Director, Friends-Off Organization (Ukraine)
With more than 25 years of experience in nonprofit and volunteer work in Ukraine, Inessa is a long-standing leader in community development.
She founded the largest family leisure and development center in Zaporizhzhia and created the region’s largest rural tourism center in the region.
She continues to lead and support humanitarian initiatives in Ukraine.
Pavel Andrienko
Graphic Designer
Based in Ukraine, Pavel is a graphic designer who has contributed to more than 20 volunteer projects.
He supports the organization’s visual identity and communication materials.
Tatiana Shapka
Resource Development & Partnerships
Tatiana is a refugee from Ukraine currently based in Europe.
She is a Project Manager for the Re:Match initiative, which supports the relocation of protection-seeking Ukrainians through an algorithm-based matching system.
Tatiana is also one of the coordinators of the Ukrainian charity movement Heart to Heart