Humanitarian aid
for Ukraine.
Ukraine Defense & Relief Foundation delivers medical support, critical equipment, and reconstruction assistance to communities and defenders affected by the war — with monthly public reporting and independent oversight.
A registered Ukrainian NGO, accountable to every donor.
Ukraine Defense & Relief Foundation was established to provide humanitarian aid, medical support, reconstruction assistance, and critical equipment to communities and defenders affected by the war in Ukraine.
We publish monthly financial reports, project updates, and delivery confirmations to ensure accountability and transparency for everyone who supports our work.
- Legal name
- Ukraine Defense & Relief Foundation
- Status
- Non-Governmental Organization (NGO)
- Registration No.
- NGO-2024-UA-784521
- Country
- Ukraine
- Registered office
- Khreshchatyk Street 22, 01001 Kyiv, Ukraine
- Office hours
- Monday–Friday · 09:00–18:00 EET
Where your contribution goes.
Defense
Military equipment, communications systems, vehicles and protective gear for frontline units.
Support this programMedical Aid
Lifesaving medical supplies, field hospitals and evacuation support for soldiers and civilians.
Support this programDrones & Tech
Reconnaissance drones, communications equipment and battlefield technology for tactical advantage.
Support this programReconstruction
Rebuilding critical infrastructure, schools, and homes in communities affected by war.
Support this programEvery euro, accounted for.
Our funds are split across five program areas, reviewed monthly by our finance director and independently overseen by our board treasurer and auditor representative.
- Defense Equipment45%
- Medical Aid25%
- Drones & Technology20%
- Reconstruction5%
- Operations & Compliance5%
Targeted fundraisers, live now.
FPV Drone Program
Mobile Medical Vehicles
Protective Equipment Initiative
Starlink & Comms Systems
Direct, transparent, on-chain.
We accept crypto only — every donation is verifiable on a public ledger, with zero intermediaries between you and the people on the ground.
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The people running this foundation.
Every senior member is publicly named and accountable for their part of the operation.
Andriy Kovalenko
Former technology entrepreneur and humanitarian volunteer with 12+ years managing international projects. Since 2022, coordinates fundraising for medical aid, logistics, and critical equipment delivery across Ukraine.
Olena Melnyk
Oversees day-to-day operations, logistics, and field coordination. Works closely with local partners to ensure donations are delivered efficiently and transparently to the communities that need them most.
Maksym Shevchenko
Certified finance professional with extensive nonprofit financial management experience. Responsible for budgeting, financial reporting, donor transparency, and oversight of all organizational expenditures.
Iryna Bondarenko
Leads humanitarian assistance projects focused on medical support, emergency relief, and community recovery. Collaborates with local organizations to assess needs and coordinate aid distribution.
Governance you can verify.
Our oversight board provides independent governance, financial review, and ethical guidance. Members are named individuals with publicly stated areas of responsibility.
Independent Governance & Compliance Advisor
International Humanitarian Affairs Specialist
Financial Oversight & Risk Management Expert
Public Policy & Community Relations Advisor
Technology & Security Advisor
Medical Humanitarian Programs Advisor
External Audit & Compliance Consultant
Working alongside trusted organizations.
Media Partners
- GNGlobal News NetworkInternational humanitarian and conflict reporting.
- EPEuropean Press AllianceIndependent European news organization.
- FMFreedom Media GroupCoverage of humanitarian and reconstruction efforts.
- UTUkraine Today MediaNews and field reporting from Ukraine.
Technology Partners
- CTCloudSphere TechnologiesCloud infrastructure and data security.
- SSSecurePay SolutionsPayment processing and donor transaction security.
- BABlockTrace AnalyticsBlockchain transparency and donation tracking.
- DSDataBridge SystemsReporting and analytics platform provider.
Humanitarian Partners
- RWRelief Without BordersEmergency humanitarian assistance.
- MAMedical Aid InternationalMedical equipment and emergency response.
- HfHope for CommunitiesCommunity recovery and reconstruction projects.
- EHEuropean Humanitarian NetworkCross-border humanitarian coordination.
Logistics Partners
- GLGlobal Logistics AllianceInternational transportation and delivery.
- RRRapid Response TransportHumanitarian cargo operations.
- ASAid Supply NetworkProcurement and supply chain management.
- EEEastern Europe Logistics GroupRegional distribution and warehousing.
The scale of need, in numbers.
We don't ask for your trust — we point to the institutions already documenting the war. Every figure below links to its primary source.
Ukraine Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan 2026
12.7M people in Ukraine require humanitarian assistance in 2026.
Ukraine Refugee Situation — Operational Data Portal
6.9M+ Ukrainian refugees recorded globally since Feb 2022.
Ukraine Rapid Damage and Needs Assessment (RDNA5)
$524B+ estimated recovery and reconstruction cost over the next decade.
Ukraine Support Tracker
Tracking €280B+ in bilateral aid committed to Ukraine since Jan 2022.
OHCHR Ukraine — Civilian Casualty Update
14,000+ civilians killed and 33,000+ injured verified since Feb 2022.
Attacks on Health Care in Ukraine — Surveillance System
2,500+ verified attacks on Ukrainian health care facilities and workers.
Sources: UN OCHA, UNHCR, World Bank, Kiel Institute for the World Economy, Kyiv School of Economics, World Health Organization. Figures reflect the most recent published data at time of writing.
Questions, answered.
Talk to a real person.
Our donor support team responds within one business day. For verified press inquiries and institutional partnerships, please use the general inquiries address.