Charity program “Children’s Shelter”: Support for children in Ukraine

Raiffeisen Bank, in collaboration with other charitable partners, has launched the “Children’s Shelter“ charity program, aimed at providing grants to support children in Ukraine, especially amid the ongoing war. The program is designed to ensure that children in Ukraine have access to the necessary conditions for safety, education, and health.

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Goal of the “Children’s Shelter” program

The primary goal of the program is to assist children in Ukraine in meeting their basic needs:

• Safety: Creating safe conditions for children, including repairs or updates to buildings and other facilities where children are located.
• Education: Ensuring access to quality education for all children, regardless of their location.
• Health: Providing support for the rehabilitation and health care of children who have been physically or psychologically affected by the war.

The program also offers grants of up to UAH 200,000 to support various initiatives aimed at improving the lives of children in Ukraine. It is important to note that the program applies only to territories controlled by Ukraine.

Areas of grant allocation

The grants can be used for various purposes that support the development of children in Ukraine:

1. Repairs and updates to buildings for children’s safety.
   This type of assistance is aimed at improving the conditions of education and accommodation for children, such as repairing schools, kindergartens, dormitories, or other institutions where children are housed, ensuring their safety.
2. Education and learning for children.
   Grants can be used to improve access to education, support schools in rebuilding or equipping classrooms, and provide children with necessary learning materials.
3. Health and rehabilitation for children.
   The program also provides assistance to children who have suffered physical or psychological harm due to the war or other emergencies, including medical services and psychosocial support.

Who can participate in the “Children’s Shelter” program?

The “Children’s Shelter” program is open to a wide range of participants, including:

• Preschool educational institutions (kindergartens, developmental centers).
• Primary and secondary educational institutions (schools, gymnasiums, lyceums).
• Hospitals and medical facilities providing care for children.
• Children’s homes and other institutions caring for children.
• Dormitories for children or students.
• Other social infrastructure institutions supporting children’s well-being.
• Charitable foundations working with children.

How to become a participant in the “Children’s Shelter” program?

To apply for charitable assistance, participants must follow these steps:

1. Prepare the necessary documents:
   Ensure that you have all required documents for applying for the grant:

• An official request (letter) from the institution (template available).
• Photos of the institution (if repairs are needed).
• Confirmation and guarantees from the beneficiary (form provided).
• Ownership structure (information on the ultimate beneficial owners).

1. Fill out the application:
   Complete the application form on the program’s website and attach the required documents and photos (if repairs are necessary).
2. Wait for the decision:
   After submitting the application, the program will evaluate the need for assistance and the possibility of awarding the grant.
3. Reporting:
   After receiving the grant, beneficiaries must submit a report on the use of the funds, along with photos confirming the implementation of the project.

Conclusion

The “Children’s Shelter” program is a vital initiative for supporting children in Ukraine during the war and challenging humanitarian situation. It helps improve their living conditions, education, and health. Such programs provide an opportunity to ensure a better future for children by creating safe and supportive environments for their development.

The program is open to various institutions, organizations, and charitable foundations working with children in Ukraine. It offers another chance to help those who need it most during these difficult times.