The Russian invasion of Ukraine has inspired Americans to take action in support of the besieged country in all kinds of ways, from American military veterans volunteering to fight on the front lines to an Indiana company replacing its once popular Moscow Mule cocktail with the alternative American Stallion.
But for those without combat training or a beverage company, there are still ways to provide much needed assistance. Many organizations, including Jewish ones, are accepting monetary donations in support of Ukraine and its people.
The Associated: Jewish Federation of Baltimore
The Associated has established a Ukraine Emergency Fund in support of Odessa and other Ukrainian communities. According to its webpage, 100% of the donation will go directly to the fund. The money will be used for:
- Food, medicine, emergency supplies and sanitary items like diapers
- Mental health support for trauma victims
- Emergency evacuations of Jews, including those looking to make aliyah to Israel
- Support for workers serving Ukraine’s Jewish community
Donations can be scheduled as a one-time gift, or as a monthly contribution. Questions can be directed to [email protected].
Jewish Federation of Howard County
The Jewish Federation of Howard County has launched a fund in support of Ukraine, with donations expected to be used for:
- The maintaining of welfare services
- Establishing an emergency hotline
- Satellite phones to maintain avenues of communication in the region
- Providing temporary housing for people in transit
- Providing staff at Jewish schools with training to manage the needs of those in crisis
- Support for those making aliyah to Israel
Questions can be directed to [email protected].
American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee
Based in New York, The American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee has established a fund to provide food package delivery to those sheltering in place and transport and accommodation for people fleeing their homes.
Donor support can be reached at [email protected].
