Category Archives: GivingTuesday

Nourishing Hope: A Mother’s Care for Sasha

nutrition for a family in Ukraine

Oleksandr, or ‘Sasha’ to his family, spends most of time with his mom, Larysa. He was born with cerebral palsy, and she cares for him at home. The busy 11-year-old loves to play ball and solve puzzles. But Larysa’s biggest puzzle remains how to keep him, and his two brothers, fed and healthy. Ukraine continues […]

Through War, Viktor’s Strength Shines

Viktor siblings pick firewood home heating

Viktor is named after his father, and he misses him terribly. Viktor Sr left to fight for Ukraine a year and a half ago. His son, 13-year-old ‘Vitya’, and his four siblings try to help their mother, Ivanka, whenever they can. Vitya is especially keen. “He is my pride and support,” says Ivanka. “When he […]