The Russia-Ukraine war continues, and we have gathered a list of resources that will let people give or get help to those impacted by this crisis.
SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) — As the conflict continues daily in Ukraine, people all over the Bay Area and United States are stepping up to try and help out. Below you will find a list of vetted resources, as well as tips on how to talk to your children, for you or someone you know to lend a hand or get support. MedShare is a disaster relief nonprofit relying on donations from the public and from medical supply companies and hospitals to move medical surplus supplies and equipment along with personal hygiene products to people in need around the world. They are launching a massive effort to supply those in Ukraine and refugees in neighboring countries. If you want to donate or volunteer at MedShare’s San Leandro warehouse, you must make an appointment. Supplies cannot be dropped off without prior arrangement. You can contact coordinator Breanna Winn at 510-567-7070 ext.104 or bwinn@medshare.org Nova Ukraine is a Palo Alto-based,501(c)3 registered nonprofit organization dedicated to raising awareness about Ukraine in the U.S. and throughout the world and providing humanitarian aid to Ukraine. Razom for Ukraine is collecting donations for its emergency response project to provide medical supplies, humanitarian aid, and support volunteers on the ground. Global Giving has started a Ukraine Crisis Relief Fund which will provide shelter, food, and water to the 500,000 refugees and counting. The money will also be used for health and psychosocial care, as well as education and economic assistance, according to the organization’s website.
