Want to Help the People of Ukraine? Here are 7 Things You Can Do Right Now

This week, what we feared for weeks has happened: Vladimir Putin launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. While President Biden has ordered a harsh round of sanctions, the people of Ukraine are suffering right now—and it’s hard not to feel helpless, wanting to do something and not knowing where to start.

That’s why we eagerly read this article in Fast Company, which covers seven ways we can help the citizens of Ukraine right now. As journalist Jane Lytvynenko pointed out on Twitter, Ukrainians have put together a list of organizations where foreigners can donate—both to help the Ukrainian army and its citizens.

To make it easier for you to contribute, here’s the list:

Come Back Alive and Army SOS will use donated funds to help purchase supplies for the Ukrainian military, including ammunition, shields, and food.

Razom for Ukraine, Help for Ukraine, Sunflower of Peace, and Revived Soldiers Ukraine are four organizations that will use donations to fund medical aid for the people of Ukraine, including the purchase of first aid kits, backpacks stuffed with medical supplies, and medical rehabilitation for injured soldiers.

The Kyiv Independent enables you to help fund English-language journalism in the country by donating to the Kyiv Independent at its Patreon and GoFundMe accounts.

Committee to Protect Journalists is calling for the protection of journalists in Ukraine following the invasion. Donate here.

International Rescue Committee is a group that helps families in conflict zones around the world, including in Ukraine. Make an emergency donation here.