Why do veterans in Ukraine need help?
Returning home after the horrors of war is never easy. Ukrainian veterans have made tremendous sacrifices, but many are now left facing life-altering injuries, post-traumatic stress, and the challenge of reintegrating into civilian life. Now, it's our turn to support those who put everything on the line for Ukraine. The scars of war, both visible and invisible, require urgent attention.

What could be more important than giving these heroes the opportunity to heal, find stability, and reintegrate into society? Donate today and help Ukrainian veterans reclaim their future.

Why now?

It's especially timely to support Ukrainian veterans now, because of the vacuum resulting from cancelation of many humanitarian programs in Ukraine. On January 20, 2025, an executive order has been signed that shut down USAID, the primary provider of U.S. humanitarian aid around the world. In recent years, one of USAID’s largest recipients has been Ukraine, supporting many worthy causes, including several local programs intended to help veterans.

Please help us fill this gap by helping Ukrainian Veterans!

What will we do to help Ukrainian veterans?
We use 100% of the funds raised to provide direct support to veterans affected by the war. This includes access to medical treatment, mental health services, rehabilitation programs, job training, and other aid. Our dedicated local team of volunteers, including veterans themselves, works directly with veterans in need in Ukraine. Whether it's helping veterans that returned to their towns, those recovering in hospitals, your contribution will make a lasting impact.

Join us in showing Ukrainian veterans that their sacrifices will never be forgotten. Together, we can help them heal and rebuild their lives. Click "Help Veterans!"

Veterans in our team

Meet Yaroslav Zbytkovsky – a veteran of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and one of our the Sunflower Seeds team members in Ukraine. Yaroslav joined Armed Forces in 2022 as a military medic, and was discharged in 2024. Now he runs his own small business on laser processing of metal parts, and is volunteering with Sunflower Seeds. The goal of this project is to help more veterans like Yaroslav to heal and rebuilt their lives after putting everything on the line. Support this project by clicking "Help Veterans!"

Next Steps:

1. Please click "Help Veterans!" button to support this cause with any payment card or other donation options, and track the progress of this fundraiser on this web page. This page will also show your name and your contribution, or you can choose to donate anonymously.

2. Once you complete your donation, you will be prompted to share this campaign on social media—please consider doing so. And add a personal note for your friends for extra karma points. Each repost can engage more supporters and save additional lives.

As a bonus, please click "Join Our Team!", if you are interested in joining our fundraising efforts and our team. For technical support, email us at ukraine.sunflower.seeds@gmail.com, or message Sunflower Seeds Ukraine on social media. We can help you set up your personalized page for this fundraiser where you can add your pitch, and track your progress.

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Who we are:

Sunflower Seeds Ukraine is an all-volunteer organization, with a mission to save lives and strengthen the resolve of Ukrainian people, by providing medical aid and protective gear to small groups of defenders. Thanks to our multinational operation, dedicated team in Ukraine, and direct contacts at the front lines, we respond flexibly and efficiently to the most urgent needs in the hottest war zones in Ukraine.

Sunflower Seeds Ukraine is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization registered in Colorado. (EIN 99-3371103). Contributions to Sunflower Seeds Ukraine are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by the U.S. law.

Help Ukrainian Veterans Heal!

Support Ukrainian Veterans - Defenders that returned home with physical injuries and emotional trauma. Your donation will provide veterans with mental support, job training, and help rebuilt their lives. Click "Help Veterans!"

Team Members