Ukraine Relief

 

In response to the deepening humanitarian crisis in Ukraine, The Rotary Foundation has created an official channel for donors around the world to contribute funds to support the relief efforts underway by Rotary districts and has designated its Disaster Response Fund as the main avenue for contributions. This fund is managed by The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International and has the highest rating possible (4-stars) from Charity Navigator.

 

 

 

These expedited disaster response grants to designated Rotary districts that border Ukraine, the Rotary district in Ukraine, and other impacted Rotary districts can be used to provide relief to refugees or other victims of the crisis including items such as water, food, shelter, medicine, and clothing.

 

In addition to support provided through the Disaster Response Fund, the Foundation is coordinating with partners and regional leaders, exploring effective solutions to the increased humanitarian needs.

• We are in contact with the United Nations High Commission on Refugees – USA to prepare for and respond to the needs of those being displaced in Ukraine and to neighboring countries.
• ShelterBox, our project partner for disaster response, is in communication with Rotary members in Eastern Europe to explore how it may offer support with temporary transitional housing and other essential supplies.
• The Rotary Action Group for Refugees, Forced Displacement, and Migration is also mobilizing its resources to assist in this crisis.

More than 2 million people have fled Ukraine and are in dire need of emergency aid. The United Nations estimates that number could grow to as many as 5 million people displaced. Rotary clubs in Europe and around the world have stepped up their relief work, some working on the ground to help displaced families.

We will continue to monitor the situation in Ukraine and neighboring countries. Visit Rotary on our social media channels to stay updated on how you can get involved and what actions Rotary members have taken and the impact it has had for people in the region.

 

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For all other questions and to obtain more information, please contact the Rotary Support Center at rotarysupportcenter@rotary.org.