This crisis will endure far beyond the war.
Do you know any businesses / organizations collecting donations or supplies to support the people of the Ukraine crisis? Do you know of any vigils or services being held? Maybe you have a story to share? We want to hear from you! Contact us at sam@sharedetroit.com.
Ways to Support Ukraine (We will list opportunities here as they are shared.)
Visit https://ukrfreedomfund.org/
Organize rallies
Petition your local officials to rename streets, parks, and other public areas after great Ukrainian Cities and Heroes – will help us remember this war past the next crisis.
Organize community efforts to make first aid kits, soldier care packs, Ukrainian flags hailed everywhere, make it clear to everyone that you support Ukraine, and you are NOT a bystander
Organize community outreach efforts to Ukrainian communicates in your area to show solidarity
There are a million Ukrainians in the USA; find them and show that you care
There are 3.5 million Russian-speaking Americans, many of whom came from Ukraine or Ukrainian SSR (maybe as much as 40%). Seek them out. The vast majority feel betrayed, So show them support and ask them how they think you can help.
1800SelfStorage sends surgical room equipment and supplies to outfit a field hospital near L'viv.
Thank You!
Resource Links:
For a list of 44 international agencies with the ability to donate via CNN and Public Good’s online platform:
Help those fleeing Ukraine
razomforukriane.org
Local grassroots 501(c)(3): ucareinc.org
Detroit Free Press: “How to Help Ukraine”
Key Resources and Partners:
www.Dety.org to find missing Ukrainian family or friends
Razom International, Michigan Chapter: email ilkwatts@gmail.com or ashashlo@comcast.net
Ukraine-American Crisis Response Coalition www.uacrisisresponse.com