Child Protection Ukraine Project #55654

Ukrainian impaired children need your support!

by Dzherelo Children's Rehabilitation Centre

Project Report | Feb 6, 2026
Holding Warmth and Hope This Winter

By Danylo Kapral | Fundraiser

Dear friends,

This winter has arrived with a force that many of us in Ukraine have not experienced for years. The freezing temperatures this season are unusually severe — the kind of deep, persistent cold that people remember from a decade ago, when winter truly meant a daily struggle for warmth. In the current reality of war, this harsh weather has become more than a seasonal difficulty. It is an additional crisis layered onto an already exhausting situation. Across the country, the extreme cold has placed enormous pressure on the energy system, and as a result we are experiencing widespread power outages. At the same time, the situation is further complicated by continued russian missile and drone attacks on critical infrastructure, which once again threaten the stability of electricity supply for millions of people. For families already living under constant stress, this combination of freezing weather, blackouts, and air raid alarms creates an atmosphere of anxiety and uncertainty that is difficult to describe — and even harder to endure.

At Dzherelo Centre, however, life does not stop. Even in these conditions, we continue to work with strength, discipline, and determination. We know that for the families we support — families of children and young people with disabilities — stability is not simply a matter of comfort. It is a matter of safety, dignity, and sometimes even survival. When electricity is cut, it is not only inconvenient. Heating systems stop, water supply becomes uncertain, communication breaks down, and daily routines are disrupted. This is why preparedness has been one of our most important priorities throughout the season. We made sure that our warehouse is well supplied with essential goods. We have secured a stable stock of food and drinking water, along with hygiene items and emergency necessities. We also ensured that our generator is ready for use, and that we have a reliable fuel reserve so that we can continue operating during power outages and maintain a safe and warm space for those who depend on us.

This winter is especially hard for the people around us. The war continues, and with every month it becomes clearer how deeply it drains families emotionally, physically, and financially. Prices rise, jobs are unstable, and many households have lost their main source of income. Fathers are often serving at the front, while mothers are carrying the entire weight of daily life alone. For families raising children with disabilities, the burden is even heavier. Winter makes everything more complicated: transportation becomes difficult, medical vulnerability increases, heating costs rise sharply, and the psychological pressure grows. In such circumstances, even basic necessities — food, medicine, hygiene products — can become an unbearable expense. That is why Dzherelo continues to provide humanitarian aid packages and essential support to families in need. These packages are not only material help. They are reassurance. They say: you are not alone, you are not forgotten, and someone is standing beside you.

Despite the freezing temperatures and the blackouts, our Centre continues to operate. We plan carefully, communicate closely with families, and do everything possible to ensure continuity of care. Dzherelo has always been more than a facility — it is a community, a space of belonging, and a place where children and families can feel safe and respected. And even during the hardest weeks, we are not only trying to endure. We continue implementing our ongoing projects and developing social services for the community, strengthening partnerships and working on long-term solutions that will remain necessary far beyond the war.

All of this is possible thanks to you. Your support gives Dzherelo the ability to remain stable, prepared, and strong. Thanks to your solidarity, our warehouse is stocked, our generator is ready, our fuel reserve is secured, and our team can continue working even during the most challenging days. You help us keep warmth in the Centre when the city goes dark, and you make it possible for families to feel protected, for children to receive care, and for our work to continue with dignity and purpose. Winter in Ukraine during wartime is always a test, and this year it is a particularly difficult one. But we face it with determination and hope — because we know that we are not walking this path alone. From all of us at Dzherelo Centre, thank you for staying with us, for believing in our mission, and for helping us continue forward — step by step, family by family, child by child.

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Oct 10, 2025
How We Prepare for Winter Together

By Danylo Kapral | Fundraiser

Dear friends,

October has arrived, bringing with it the first hints of winter — the air is getting colder, the evenings grow darker faster, yet the sun still blesses us with moments of warmth and light. We cherish every one of these golden autumn days, spending as much time as possible outdoors with the children, knowing that soon frost and snow will keep us mostly inside. These little walks — filled with laughter, rustling leaves, and the joy of movement — remind us why our work matters so deeply.

At Dzherelo Centre, life does not slow down with the changing seasons. Despite the ongoing war and constant uncertainty, we continue to work with all our strength. Our team remains committed to expanding services and reaching even more families in need. New day care departments are being opened across the city, allowing children and young people with disabilities to receive care closer to their homes. Each new space is more than just a facility — it is a place of safety, dignity, and belonging.

But the truth is, the needs are growing every day. The war continues, and many families around us are exhausted — emotionally, physically, and financially. Prices rise, jobs are lost, fathers are at the front, and mothers are doing everything they can to simply get through the day. For these families, even the most basic necessities — food, hygiene items, medicine — become a burden too heavy to carry alone.

Thanks to your support, we continue to provide humanitarian aid packages to those who need it most. These packages are not just material assistance — they are reassurance. They say, “You are not alone. Someone cares. Someone sees you.” And right now, this feeling of being seen is just as vital as bread and sugar.

As we prepare for the coming winter, we do so with both determination and humility. We are stocking supplies, checking our heating systems, securing power backups — anything to make sure that regardless of what happens, children and families can stay warm, safe, and supported. Winter in Ukraine is always demanding, but during wartime it becomes a true test of resilience. And yet, we face it with hope.

Because we know that we are not walking this path alone.

Your solidarity gives us strength. Your kindness turns fear into courage. Your support allows us to keep going — step by step, family by family, child by child — building not only services, but trust, humanity, and light.

From all of us at Dzherelo — thank you for staying with us. Together, we continue forward, holding on to hope, believing in peace, and working every day for a better tomorrow.

Let us keep going, with warmth in our hearts.

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Jun 13, 2025
Thank you for being with us!

By Danylo Kapral | Fundraiser

The first days of June have arrived, bringing with them the warmth and light of early summer. As we welcome this new season, we pause to reflect on the road behind us and the resilience it has taken to come this far. Thanks to steadfast support and careful planning, Dzherelo Centre continues to operate with strength and stability.

Over recent months, we have managed to maintain our services without major interruptions. This alone is a tremendous achievement in the current reality of Ukraine, and we do not take it for granted. We are especially pleased to share that several new projects, in partnership with our international allies, are now underway. Each one is a step forward — for our team, for the families we serve, and for the inclusive, caring society we believe in.

Throughout this time, we have remained closely connected with the families of children and young people with disabilities. These families face enormous challenges even in the best of times, and in the face of war and economic instability, their burdens are heavier still. Dzherelo continues to support them by providing essential items such as food packages, hygiene products, and other necessities. This is not only about meeting material needs — it is about sustaining dignity, relieving anxiety, and offering a foundation of hope. We look toward a future where every child and every family can thrive in peace.

Of course, the challenges haven’t disappeared. As the summer sets in, we remain mindful of what may come. Last year’s extreme heat brought a wave of strain, especially on the country’s energy grid. Power outages were frequent, disrupting both daily life and critical services. We sincerely hope that this summer will be milder — and that Ukraine’s infrastructure will be spared from further attacks. But hope is not our only plan.

As always, we stay prepared. At Dzherelo, we continue to stock emergency fuel and maintain our backup generator, ensuring that no matter the weather or the circumstances, we are ready to provide the assistance our community counts on. This readiness is not just about resources — it is about responsibility, about trust, and about the belief that everyone deserves safety, dignity, and continuity of care.

Your support is what makes this possible. Knowing that we are not alone — that friends near and far stand with us — is a source of profound strength. From all of us at Dzherelo, thank you for walking beside us. As summer unfolds, let’s continue forward together, building peace, resilience, and hope for all.

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