According to the UN, more than 9 million people have fled their homes since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Of them, half are children and 80% are women. The escalation of conflict in Ukraine has caused civilian casualties and destruction of civilian infrastructure, forcing people to flee their homes seeking safety, protection and assistance.
Here’s what you can do.
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Fundraising and Donation
Want to help? Donate funds or Lend your skills pro-bono to any of the organizations in this comprehensive list.
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Stay Informed
This document includes resources for people fleeing Ukraine, remaining in Ukraine, displaced into a neighboring country, or relocating to countries around the world.
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Razom for Ukraine
Here you will find a list of resources from one of the leading Ukrainian nonprofits working with refugees on the ground.
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Host Refugees
Join this Facebook group and click below to be directed to a site where you can help refugees seeking assylum.
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Mobilize
Write to Your Congressional Representatives.
You can use our sample letter to customize and send out.
Click below to sign a petition for MA to support Ukrainian refugees.
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Offer your skills
Offer your skills pro bono to newly formed volunteer-led aid groups– especially in the following areas:
Legal aid (specifically non-profit law and immigration law for those seeking asylum in the US);
Fundraising and donor relations;
Content creation, web design, social media;
Accounting (for CPAs or financial consultants experienced in non-profit filing, as well as for bookkeeping assistants);
Project management;
Organizing + attending protests; and
Engaging and informing your community.
GDRT Fundraising Guide
Planning on hosting a fundraiser for Global Disaster Relief Team? Take a moment to become acquainted with our fundraising guide, best practices, and tips for a successful donation drive!