CHARLOTTE — More than three decades ago, Ukraine became an independent nation, but this year, people are not celebrating as the war with Russia continues.
A local nonprofit, Charlotte for Ukraine, is marking the anniversary by taking a stand and providing help to people in the war-torn country.
“People are here in safety, but at the same time, they want to help,” Sergiy Mysky, head of Charlotte for Ukraine, told Channel 9. “They are happy to join our efforts.”
Over the last year and a half, members of the nonprofit have collected clothing and medical supplies. In addition, the group is also raising funds through vendors to buy an evacuation ambulance to get people to safety; this truck can get into places normal ambulances cannot.
“The armed forces are fighting on the front lines, but the volunteers are here fighting too,” Mysky said. “We can’t take a tank and drive it to the front lines, but we can raise funds.”
As the group continues to help the fight thousands of miles away, Mysky said Saturday’s event reminds people the war is still ongoing.
“The war is not over yet, we need more help. A lot of people are dying,” Mysky said.
If you would like to donate to Charlotte for Ukraine, click here.
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