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Getting Started 4
Your greatest asset as a volunteer Flexibility. Being willing to switch tasks, handle repetitive work, and turn up on time matters more than any skill.

The most valuable volunteers are flexible: willing to switch tasks at short notice, able to handle repetitive work while standing for hours.  Some jobs will require that you be fit enough to carry bags of around 20 kg.

What is needed changes day to day.

Turn up on time, and watch your evening entertainment so it does not leave you useless the next morning. Show up ready and clear-headed, and work as hard as the local volunteers around you.

You may be asked to help with something and then find it delayed or changed. That is ordinary life here. Things may not run as they would in your own country. Accept that early, or you will spend your time frustrated.

Do I need to speak Ukrainian or Russian? No. Most local volunteers do not speak English, but there are usually English speakers around, and patience carries you a long way.

Most local volunteers do not speak English - mostly Ukrainian or Russian. They are friendly and helpful if you show patience, smile, learn by doing, and turn up when you said you would. There are normally English speakers around to answer questions, though at a small placement there may only be a handful, and they are often busy working.

Bring earphones if you would rather listen to music than to conversations you cannot follow. One thing that surprises new arrivals: Ukrainians can sound like they are arguing when they are not. It is just how some people talk in a busy, stressful workplace - and you will often hear everyone laugh straight afterwards.

Communicating with Ukrainians in English Speak plainly. Polite hedging and filler words are much harder to understand than short, direct sentences.

If you want English-speaking Ukrainians to understand you, speak clearly and plainly. Polite English is full of hedging that does not survive translation - "Do you mind handing me a…", "I don't know…maybe I could just…", "I guess, ummm, I mean, like, I don't really care to…"

Say it straight instead: "Monday, no. Tuesday OK?" or "These go there now?" or "I help you?" Simple is better. And if you are not understood, do not just repeat it louder - simplify the sentence and slow down.

Do volunteers get paid? No. Volunteering here is unpaid, and working legally in Ukraine requires permits you will not get quickly.

No. Foreign volunteers are usually on a break from a job at home, or retired, and unless they work online they earn nothing while in Ukraine. Local volunteers are unpaid too, and are usually the long-term backbone of an organisation.

If you can work remotely, you are in luck. Otherwise, do not expect to find work here: that needs an approved work permit, a temporary residence permit, a tax ID, and a registered address. Plenty of people would like to stay longer by working - there is a process, and it takes time.

Safety & Security 7
Curfew Every region has a curfew, and the hours differ from place to place. Being a volunteer does not exempt you.

Ukraine is under martial law and every region sets a curfew. The hours differ from region to region and change from time to time, so check the current hours for wherever you are staying, and check again before you travel somewhere else.

During curfew you must not be outside or in public places. Being a foreign volunteer does not exempt anyone from this law.

Always carry your passport to present to officials. Keep a copy somewhere separate.

Warning about taking photographs Police or military may stop and question you for photographing soldiers, checkpoints, or damaged sites. This is a country under martial law.

Police or military may stop and question you if they see you photographing soldiers, police, sensitive locations, or sites that have been struck. If you have any doubt, ask the people around you whether it is all right.

Being a foreign volunteer does not give you special status. You may be detained, and photographs may be deleted - this does happen. You need to unlock your phone for inspection on demand. This is a country under martial law.

Avoid political activity while you are here Stay away from protests, rallies, and political events. You risk detention or deportation.

Aid organisations here are generally apolitical, and expect their foreign volunteers to be the same while in the country. Avoid anyone who asks you to take part in protests, rallies, or political events of any kind.

That includes photographs at political signs or events. Stay clear of gatherings. You risk being detained and questioned, or at worst deported. Martial law is in force, and Ukraine handles these processes in ways that are probably unlike your own country.

Air raid alerts and war news Install an air raid alert app before you arrive, and follow a few reliable sources on the military situation.

Install an air raid alert app before you travel. It covers the whole country and lets you choose the regions you want alerts for:

For the wider picture, follow a few sources rather than one:

Learn the word укриття - it marks an air raid shelter. Wherever you are staying or working, find out where the nearest one is. Many buildings have basements with signs at the side or rear entrance, and in cities with a metro, every station is a shelter.

Technical water is not for drinking The large containers of water kept in a bathroom or cupboard are for flushing and washing, not for drinking.

Water pressure can be lost after a strike, or during maintenance. Many flats therefore keep 5–6 litre containers of water in the bathroom or a cupboard.

This is technical water. It is for flushing the toilet and washing - not for drinking, except in the most dire circumstances.

Be discreet about your work outside the workplace Do not discuss where your organisation is, how many people work there, or what it does. Not everyone around you supports Ukraine.

Volunteers are usually glad to be here and playing some part during a war, and it is natural to want to talk about everything you do and see. Be careful with that.

There are Russian sympathisers among residents and workers in any Ukrainian city, and you will not know who they are. They do not need to know where your organisation is, how many people work there, or what it handles. Do not be the person talking loudly in a bar or a restaurant about something that belongs inside the workplace.

This applies to what you post as well as what you say. Organisations insist on it for your safety as much as their own.

Travelling to another part of Ukraine Tell your organisation before you go. Rules differ by region, and an aid group cannot come and rescue you.

Tell your organisation before you travel out of the area - where you are going, the dates, and why. This is about your safety: they can often find out the current risk level somewhere you cannot.

Rules are not uniform across the country. Curfew hours differ by region. So do photography restrictions. There are block posts where police or soldiers may stop and question anyone, foreign volunteers included, and you will need your original passport rather than a copy.

There is no automatic trust in wartime, however good your intentions - the people stopping you have no way of knowing them. And if you get into trouble with the police or need medical help somewhere far away, an aid organisation cannot spend its resources coming to get you.

You will meet people who invite you along on aid delivery runs, to help with a project out of town, or to stay with them closer to the front. Think twice, and talk to your organisation first.

Travel & Getting Here 6
Which train type to choose InterCity trains run on electricity alone and can become cold and dark for hours during a power cut.

Russian strikes increasingly target rail infrastructure and electrical power. The InterCity trains run solely on electricity. In a sudden power cut your carriage can become very cold and very dark for hours.

Older trains can be identified as they do not have the "IC" that designates InterCity. The older trains are powered by diesel, and can burn coal to keep each wagon heated if necessary.

Booking trains and buses into Ukraine Rest a night in Poland before continuing east, book with Ukrainian Railways, and expect to verify your account as a foreign passenger.

If you are flying in from a long way away, spend a night in Warsaw or another stopover city to clean up and rest before continuing east. This is not a loose suggestion. The last leg is long, and people underestimate it.

Trains are far more comfortable than a bus seat with under a square metre of space for fourteen hours or more. Most routes from Poland change in Kyiv.

Book at Ukrainian Railways. Booking from the UK may require a VPN to reach the site.

Non-Ukrainian passengers must verify their account. You will need your passport and phone in a well-lit place; approval is usually quick. Instructions: services.uz.gov.ua.

Other useful booking sites:

Entering Ukraine through Moldova A volunteer route report: bus from Chișinău Airport to Odesa in about four hours, with both border stamps done in one stop.

One volunteer reported on this route in November 2025:

"I took a bus from Chișinău Airport to Odesa (they run every 30–60 minutes) and we were at the border for 45 minutes. The interesting part is that the Moldovan exit and Ukrainian entry stamps are done in one go. It took 4 hours in total to get from Chișinău Airport to Odesa. I'm happy to recommend this border crossing."

From Odesa you can continue by train or bus. A direct train from Chișinău to Kyiv has also been launched, which may suit you better depending on where you are headed.

Border crossings and what not to carry out Crossings can take hours - bring food and water. Taking war souvenirs out of Ukraine is against the law.

Expect delays leaving the EU and entering Ukraine. Long queues of cars and buses form, and a crossing can take two to four hours or longer. Carry food and something to drink. The wait is usually built into scheduled arrival times, but that can slip.

War souvenirs: some people think about taking home shell fragments, spent launchers, and the like. Do not. Taking these out of Ukraine puts you in breach of Ukrainian law.

Warn your bank before you travel Tell your bank the countries and dates, or your card may be blocked when the transaction pattern changes.

Tell your bank which countries you will be in - Poland and Ukraine, for example - and the dates, so it does not block your transactions once the pattern changes. Cards being frozen mid-trip is a common and entirely avoidable problem.

Cash machines are widely available, but not all offer a good exchange rate or low fees. It is worth carrying some cash to exchange in an emergency.

Travelling to another part of Ukraine Tell your organisation before you go. Rules differ by region, and an aid group cannot come and rescue you.

Tell your organisation before you travel out of the area - where you are going, the dates, and why. This is about your safety: they can often find out the current risk level somewhere you cannot.

Rules are not uniform across the country. Curfew hours differ by region. So do photography restrictions. There are block posts where police or soldiers may stop and question anyone, foreign volunteers included, and you will need your original passport rather than a copy.

There is no automatic trust in wartime, however good your intentions - the people stopping you have no way of knowing them. And if you get into trouble with the police or need medical help somewhere far away, an aid organisation cannot spend its resources coming to get you.

You will meet people who invite you along on aid delivery runs, to help with a project out of town, or to stay with them closer to the front. Think twice, and talk to your organisation first.

Visas, Curfew & Legal 7
Do I need a visa to enter Ukraine? Many nationalities can enter Ukraine without a visa. Check your own requirements before travelling, and do not overstay.

Check whether your nationality can stay in Ukraine without a visa under the visa-free regime: Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Entry regime.

Foreign volunteers who overstay their legal period have faced fines of up to about $150 and, in some cases, a ban on re-entering Ukraine, applied by border officials on the way out. Other officials have overlooked the same violation. Do not rely on the second outcome.

It helps to be able to show photographs of yourself volunteering, dated across the length of your stay.

If you want to stay longer than migration law allows, speak to a lawyer who handles Ukrainian migration cases before your permitted stay runs out.

Curfew Every region has a curfew, and the hours differ from place to place. Being a volunteer does not exempt you.

Ukraine is under martial law and every region sets a curfew. The hours differ from region to region and change from time to time, so check the current hours for wherever you are staying, and check again before you travel somewhere else.

During curfew you must not be outside or in public places. Being a foreign volunteer does not exempt anyone from this law.

Always carry your passport to present to officials. Keep a copy somewhere separate.

Warning about taking photographs Police or military may stop and question you for photographing soldiers, checkpoints, or damaged sites. This is a country under martial law.

Police or military may stop and question you if they see you photographing soldiers, police, sensitive locations, or sites that have been struck. If you have any doubt, ask the people around you whether it is all right.

Being a foreign volunteer does not give you special status. You may be detained, and photographs may be deleted - this does happen. You need to unlock your phone for inspection on demand. This is a country under martial law.

Avoid political activity while you are here Stay away from protests, rallies, and political events. You risk detention or deportation.

Aid organisations here are generally apolitical, and expect their foreign volunteers to be the same while in the country. Avoid anyone who asks you to take part in protests, rallies, or political events of any kind.

That includes photographs at political signs or events. Stay clear of gatherings. You risk being detained and questioned, or at worst deported. Martial law is in force, and Ukraine handles these processes in ways that are probably unlike your own country.

Border crossings and what not to carry out Crossings can take hours - bring food and water. Taking war souvenirs out of Ukraine is against the law.

Expect delays leaving the EU and entering Ukraine. Long queues of cars and buses form, and a crossing can take two to four hours or longer. Carry food and something to drink. The wait is usually built into scheduled arrival times, but that can slip.

War souvenirs: some people think about taking home shell fragments, spent launchers, and the like. Do not. Taking these out of Ukraine puts you in breach of Ukrainian law.

Medical insurance for volunteers You are responsible for your own cover. War risk insurance is costly and is not required to enter Ukraine.

Foreign volunteers are responsible for their own medical insurance; most placements do not provide it. War risks insurance is expensive, and you do not need medical or trip insurance to enter Ukraine.

Medical care itself is usually inexpensive. A root canal at a private dental practice, x-rays included, runs to about $160 - against $800–1,100 in the United States. State hospitals provide some care without fees in the event of injury, even for those with no insurance, though they are overburdened.

One example of what war risk cover includes and costs: Visit Ukraine - war risks insurance.

Travelling to another part of Ukraine Tell your organisation before you go. Rules differ by region, and an aid group cannot come and rescue you.

Tell your organisation before you travel out of the area - where you are going, the dates, and why. This is about your safety: they can often find out the current risk level somewhere you cannot.

Rules are not uniform across the country. Curfew hours differ by region. So do photography restrictions. There are block posts where police or soldiers may stop and question anyone, foreign volunteers included, and you will need your original passport rather than a copy.

There is no automatic trust in wartime, however good your intentions - the people stopping you have no way of knowing them. And if you get into trouble with the police or need medical help somewhere far away, an aid organisation cannot spend its resources coming to get you.

You will meet people who invite you along on aid delivery runs, to help with a project out of town, or to stay with them closer to the front. Think twice, and talk to your organisation first.

Money & Costs 4
Warn your bank before you travel Tell your bank the countries and dates, or your card may be blocked when the transaction pattern changes.

Tell your bank which countries you will be in - Poland and Ukraine, for example - and the dates, so it does not block your transactions once the pattern changes. Cards being frozen mid-trip is a common and entirely avoidable problem.

Cash machines are widely available, but not all offer a good exchange rate or low fees. It is worth carrying some cash to exchange in an emergency.

Medical insurance for volunteers You are responsible for your own cover. War risk insurance is costly and is not required to enter Ukraine.

Foreign volunteers are responsible for their own medical insurance; most placements do not provide it. War risks insurance is expensive, and you do not need medical or trip insurance to enter Ukraine.

Medical care itself is usually inexpensive. A root canal at a private dental practice, x-rays included, runs to about $160 - against $800–1,100 in the United States. State hospitals provide some care without fees in the event of injury, even for those with no insurance, though they are overburdened.

One example of what war risk cover includes and costs: Visit Ukraine - war risks insurance.

Do volunteers get paid? No. Volunteering here is unpaid, and working legally in Ukraine requires permits you will not get quickly.

No. Foreign volunteers are usually on a break from a job at home, or retired, and unless they work online they earn nothing while in Ukraine. Local volunteers are unpaid too, and are usually the long-term backbone of an organisation.

If you can work remotely, you are in luck. Otherwise, do not expect to find work here: that needs an approved work permit, a temporary residence permit, a tax ID, and a registered address. Plenty of people would like to stay longer by working - there is a process, and it takes time.

Finding somewhere to stay Hostels, aparthotels, Booking.com and OLX all work. Watch for agent commission and for listings that are not the flat you were shown.

Many volunteers stay in hostels, which are cheap and social but a lottery - your experience depends on your roommates, who may keep odd hours, drink, or be carrying trauma of their own. A private hostel room costs more and removes the question. Aparthotels sit a step above that, usually with a kettle and a mini-fridge, sometimes a kitchenette.

Prices vary widely by city - Kyiv and Lviv run well above the regional cities in the east and south - so treat any figure you are quoted as a starting point and check the town you are actually going to.

Booking.com is a reliable option. There is a range of prices on AirBnB, but be aware that occasionally the flat in the photographs is not the flat you get: the host says it has just been booked and offers another. It usually works out; know that it happens.

For longer stays, people find flats on OLX.UA, though not every landlord will reply to a message in English. If an agent is involved, expect a commission of up to one month's rent. With a furnished flat you also pay utilities on top - gas, hot water, electricity, WiFi, and building maintenance.

Ask the organisation you are joining whether volunteers keep a shared list of places that have worked out. Many do.

Housing & Accommodation 1
Finding somewhere to stay Hostels, aparthotels, Booking.com and OLX all work. Watch for agent commission and for listings that are not the flat you were shown.

Many volunteers stay in hostels, which are cheap and social but a lottery - your experience depends on your roommates, who may keep odd hours, drink, or be carrying trauma of their own. A private hostel room costs more and removes the question. Aparthotels sit a step above that, usually with a kettle and a mini-fridge, sometimes a kitchenette.

Prices vary widely by city - Kyiv and Lviv run well above the regional cities in the east and south - so treat any figure you are quoted as a starting point and check the town you are actually going to.

Booking.com is a reliable option. There is a range of prices on AirBnB, but be aware that occasionally the flat in the photographs is not the flat you get: the host says it has just been booked and offers another. It usually works out; know that it happens.

For longer stays, people find flats on OLX.UA, though not every landlord will reply to a message in English. If an agent is involved, expect a commission of up to one month's rent. With a furnished flat you also pay utilities on top - gas, hot water, electricity, WiFi, and building maintenance.

Ask the organisation you are joining whether volunteers keep a shared list of places that have worked out. Many do.

What to Pack 4
What should I pack? Pack light. Clothing, toiletries, and most gear are cheap and easy to buy once you are here.

Pack or buy locally - up to you. Malls, street shops, second-hand chains, and covered markets all sell low-cost clothing, and most towns have all of them. Buying winter wear after you arrive is usually cheaper than paying to fly it in.

Winter brings freezing temperatures, snow and ice underfoot, and sometimes rain or sleet. Thermals, jumpers, a jacket, and wool socks are all easy to find here.

If your accommodation has a washing machine, pack fewer clothes. Do not expect a tumble dryer - they are rare. You will hang things to dry, ideally on a wall-mounted heater. Wool dries well in a cold room. A length of paracord makes a serviceable clothesline.

Toiletries Buy them here. Grocery/general purpose stores are everywhere and inexpensive, though the brand names will be unfamiliar.

Toiletries are cheap and available in stores everywhere, though the brands will be in Ukrainian or Russian and mostly unfamiliar. There is no need to fill your bag with them - you can find everything you need after you arrive.

Be aware that there is a strong separation between pharmacies (Аптека) and grocery and general purpose stores - do not expect to find anything other than medicines and medicine delivery items at an Аптека.

Equipment to bring or buy A tourniquet, power bank, torch, and cash reserve are the items volunteers most often wish they had brought.

These are suggestions drawn from experience:

  • At least one tourniquet. Available here for next-day delivery at around 650 UAH (about $17). You will probably never need it; it is still the most important piece of medical kit you can carry, and it makes a good donation when you leave.
  • A pocket knife. It need not be expensive.
  • A money belt for your passport, cards, and paperwork.
  • Cash to exchange in an emergency, even if your card works fine.
  • A laundry bag - a zipped, solid-sided one travels better than mesh.
  • Power banks big enough for your devices. Not optional.
  • A plug adapter. Check what Ukraine uses.
  • A torch or head torch for dark, icy, uneven pavements. Streets and traffic lights are sometimes unlit. Something reflective on your coat is worth having.

A sleeping bag instead of relying on blankets is worth considering if you may end up in a cold flat.

Take your shoes off indoors Ukrainians do not wear street shoes inside a home. Bring or buy slippers - they cost a few dollars.

Do not wear street shoes indoors in a Ukrainian home. This is not a mild preference - it is close to a rule, and it applies to a rented flat as much as to someone else's house.

Slippers for indoors are therefore essential, and cost a few dollars here. If your heating fails, thin ones will not be enough; lined slippers are worth the small extra cost.

Daily Life & Services 6
Mobile service and SIM cards Get a Ukrainian SIM on arrival - around 250 UAH a month. Mobile data is sometimes cut during air raids.

Get a Ukrainian SIM card. It matters for security as well as convenience. The main providers are Kyivstar, Vodafone, and lifecell, and a reasonable package costs somewhere around 250 UAH a month. Top up at the machines you will see all over any town. Provider shops cluster around train stations and in malls.

During air raids the government may cut access to mobile services. This is a defensive measure. Step into a café or any building and use the WiFi instead - worth knowing before you are standing on a street trying to order a taxi through an app that will not load.

Expect stretches with no signal at all while travelling by train.

Electricity and water Tap water is not for drinking. Both power and water can be cut, so keep reserves, a lamp, and charged devices.

Tap water is not drinkable - buy bottled. In a private flat, keep several large bottles filled from the tap for washing, dishes, and flushing, and keep drinking water separately. Water, or hot water alone, can be shut off for a day or several. Expect more of this in the cold season, when strikes on infrastructure increase.

Electricity is generally reliable but does go out. Keep candles and matches, keep your devices charged, and pick up a rechargeable room lamp - they are sold cheaply everywhere, along with power banks.

In many buildings, used toilet paper goes in the bin beside the toilet rather than into the bowl. The pipes are old and block easily.

Technical water is not for drinking The large containers of water kept in a bathroom or cupboard are for flushing and washing, not for drinking.

Water pressure can be lost after a strike, or during maintenance. Many flats therefore keep 5–6 litre containers of water in the bathroom or a cupboard.

This is technical water. It is for flushing the toilet and washing - not for drinking, except in the most dire circumstances.

Do I need to speak Ukrainian or Russian? No. Most local volunteers do not speak English, but there are usually English speakers around, and patience carries you a long way.

Most local volunteers do not speak English - mostly Ukrainian or Russian. They are friendly and helpful if you show patience, smile, learn by doing, and turn up when you said you would. There are normally English speakers around to answer questions, though at a small placement there may only be a handful, and they are often busy working.

Bring earphones if you would rather listen to music than to conversations you cannot follow. One thing that surprises new arrivals: Ukrainians can sound like they are arguing when they are not. It is just how some people talk in a busy, stressful workplace - and you will often hear everyone laugh straight afterwards.

Communicating with Ukrainians in English Speak plainly. Polite hedging and filler words are much harder to understand than short, direct sentences.

If you want English-speaking Ukrainians to understand you, speak clearly and plainly. Polite English is full of hedging that does not survive translation - "Do you mind handing me a…", "I don't know…maybe I could just…", "I guess, ummm, I mean, like, I don't really care to…"

Say it straight instead: "Monday, no. Tuesday OK?" or "These go there now?" or "I help you?" Simple is better. And if you are not understood, do not just repeat it louder - simplify the sentence and slow down.

Take your shoes off indoors Ukrainians do not wear street shoes inside a home. Bring or buy slippers - they cost a few dollars.

Do not wear street shoes indoors in a Ukrainian home. This is not a mild preference - it is close to a rule, and it applies to a rented flat as much as to someone else's house.

Slippers for indoors are therefore essential, and cost a few dollars here. If your heating fails, thin ones will not be enough; lined slippers are worth the small extra cost.

Volunteer Organizations 40
Kitchen & Food Work 6
Hell's Kitchen - Kharkiv city and region Volunteer kitchen about 30 km from the front line, cooking 1000+ meals a day.

A bustling volunteer kitchen operating approximately 30 km from the front lines. Each day the team prepares more than 1000 nutritious meals for hospital patients and staff, internally displaced people, and others in need.

  • Location: Kharkiv city and region
  • Time commitment: Minimum 2 weeks

Full details and how to apply →

Details were taken from volunteeringukraine.com and can change. The listing page above is the authoritative source.

Food for Life Odesa - Odesa Preparing and distributing up to 500 hot vegetarian meals a day.

Distributes up to 500 hot vegetarian meals every day to people in need. Volunteers help with both preparation and distribution.

  • Location: Odesa
  • Time commitment: No minimum commitment

Full details and how to apply →

Details were taken from volunteeringukraine.com and can change. The listing page above is the authoritative source.

Kyiv Kitchen Hub "Ants" - Kyiv Preparing dehydrated ready meals for soldiers on the front line.

Specialises in the preparation of dehydrated ready meals for soldiers serving on the front line.

Status: urgently needed. This organisation has flagged an immediate need for volunteers.

  • Location: Kyiv
  • Time commitment: Ideally 1 week minimum, 5–7 hours per day

Full details and how to apply →

Details were taken from volunteeringukraine.com and can change. The listing page above is the authoritative source.

Sunday Help for People in Need Weekly Sunday distribution of hot meals, tea, and clothing.

About organization

Every Sunday at 14:00, volunteers meet at Na Valakh Square (next to the Powder Tower) in Lviv to help distribute hot meals and tea prepared by the church and offer clothing to people in need - including homeless individuals, pensioners, people with disabilities, and internally displaced persons. It’s a simple but meaningful way to help: serve food, share clothing, or just offer kindness and conversation. No registration required - simply come at the time and place and join in.

📍 Lviv - Na Valakh Square, next to the Powder Tower · View on Google Maps
🕒 Every Sunday, 14:00

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How you can help

  • Help distribute hot meals prepared by the church.
  • Offer clothing to guests (if donations have been sorted and are available).
  • Greet people kindly, keep the line moving, and help maintain a respectful, calm atmosphere.
  • Location: Lviv Show on map
  • Time commitment: from 30 minutes to 1 hour on Sundays.

Full details and how to apply →

Details were taken from volunteeringukraine.com and can change. The listing page above is the authoritative source.

CO "Chervona Kalyna" Hot meals, humanitarian aid, and emotional support since 2022.

About organization

Chervona Kalyna Kharkiv Charitable Foundation has been operating since 2022, shortly after the beginning of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The organization was created to support families and children affected by the war, and healthcare institutions of the Kharkiv Regional Council and local communities.

Since 2022, the foundation has been providing daily hot meals to internally displaced persons (IDPs) from the Dvorichna community in the Kupiansk district of Kharkiv region-approximately 2,700 people, including 300 children. The foundation’s premises include a fully operating kitchen that prepares hot meals and side dishes every day. There is also a bakery where volunteers bake pastries and other baked goods that are distributed to IDPs under the foundation’s care.

Thanks to strong partnerships, the foundation also organizes and distributes regular humanitarian aid-food, clothing, medicines, and hygiene products-to those in need from the Dvorichna community.

Since 2022, the foundation has also been supporting displaced people from the Vovchansk community of Kharkiv region by providing hot meals and clothing on a regular basis.

The foundation works actively with children affected by war and displacement, organizing art therapy events and interactive games to help them recover emotionally and connect with peers. These activities bring joy and emotional support to children who have faced trauma and the loss of home and loved ones.

Additionally, the foundation hosts festive charity meals for children and families, offering delicious pastries, treats, and pizzas made by the foundation’s kitchen team.

Chervona Kalyna also supports Ukrainian by regularly sending hot meals, pastries, and handmade camouflage nets created by its team of dedicated volunteers.

How you can help

  • Kitchen assistance: Preparing vegetables, assisting cooks, carrying food supplies, and helping with dishwashing. Volunteers are welcome to join the bakery team-no experience is needed!
  • Children’s programs: Supporting art therapy sessions and organizing games for displaced children.
  • Humanitarian aid preparation: Packing and delivering food, hygiene kits, and clothes to those in need.
  • Location: Kharkiv region Show on map
  • Time commitment: 2–6 hours per day

Full details and how to apply →

Details were taken from volunteeringukraine.com and can change. The listing page above is the authoritative source.

NGO "Without home" - Kyiv Food distribution for homeless people, pensioners, and displaced people.

Helps homeless people, pensioners, people with disabilities, internally displaced persons, and other vulnerable groups.

  • Location: Kyiv
  • Time commitment: Just 4 hours a week

Full details and how to apply →

Details were taken from volunteeringukraine.com and can change. The listing page above is the authoritative source.

Humanitarian Aid & Distribution 8
Dignity Aid International - Odesa Oblast Hands-on humanitarian work delivering food and hygiene kits near the front.

Delivers food, hygiene kits, and dignity through hands-on humanitarian work based in Odesa, serving communities near the front lines.

Status: currently full. They were not taking new volunteers when this entry was written - check the listing before applying.

  • Location: Odesa Oblast, also Mykolaiv and Kherson Oblasts
  • Time commitment: Minimum 30 hours per week

Full details and how to apply →

Details were taken from volunteeringukraine.com and can change. The listing page above is the authoritative source.

Holy Trinity Church - Kharkiv Humanitarian help for civilians in deoccupied territories.

Actively engaged in humanitarian efforts, offering critical assistance to civilians by providing food and essential supplies.

Status: on hold. This placement was paused when this entry was written - check the listing before applying.

  • Location: Kharkiv
  • Time commitment: 4–8 hours per day

Full details and how to apply →

Details were taken from volunteeringukraine.com and can change. The listing page above is the authoritative source.

NGO "Through the war" A 24/7 shelter caring for elderly and disabled people.

About organization

"Through the War" is dedicated to helping victims of russian aggression, including the elderly and disabled. We operate a specially equipped shelter designed to meet the unique needs of these individuals, providing 24/7 care and attention. Our goal is to continue our vital work and develop a project to restore and expand the shelter to European standards.

How you can help

We offer various volunteering opportunities for those willing to make a difference:

  • On-Site Volunteering:
    • Assist the Elderly and Disabled: Help residents with daily routines, such as getting out of bed, moving around the shelter, and enjoying outdoor activities as the weather improves. This includes assisting with eating, visiting the toilet, and taking showers. Most importantly, volunteers will provide much-needed human connection to residents who have little contact with the outside world. This role is ideal for those who can volunteer for a few weeks or on a longer-term basis. No language skills or prior experience are necessary-just a willingness to be empathetic and caring.
  • Remote Volunteering:
    • Grant Proposal Preparation: Help the shelter secure funding by preparing grant proposal applications in English for organizations such as Benevity and UN agencies. Prior experience in preparing successful grant applications is essential. This activity can be done from anywhere.
  • Location: Kharkiv Show on map
  • Time commitment: 20 hours per week

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FinEst Volunteers - Rivne oblast Finnish volunteer organisation running humanitarian aid into Ukraine.

A Finnish volunteer organisation that supports Ukrainian refugees in Finland and provides humanitarian aid to Ukraine.

  • Location: Rivne oblast
  • Time commitment: 3 weeks – 3 months, 6–8 hours/day, 5 days/week

Full details and how to apply →

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NGO "Ukraine is Europe" - Lviv Administrative and humanitarian work; convoys and ambulances to conflict zones.

An NGO based in France committed to aiding Ukrainians affected by the conflict, sending humanitarian convoys and ambulances to conflict zones. Volunteers help with administrative and humanitarian work.

Status: urgently needed. This organisation has flagged an immediate need for volunteers.

  • Location: Lviv, or remote
  • Time commitment: At least 1 day per week

Full details and how to apply →

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Insulate Ukraine - Kherson Office and administrative support for a window-replacement NGO.

An NGO addressing the urgent problem of shattered windows in war-torn Ukraine, now operating in multiple towns. The listed volunteer need is office and administrative work.

  • Location: Kherson, Izyum, Nikopol, Lyman, or remote
  • Time commitment: Flexible

Full details and how to apply →

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CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION DISTRICT #1 - Kyiv Community rebuilding and recovery programmes.

Works to empower communities to rebuild their lives, fostering resilience and creating pathways to recovery.

Status: on hold. This placement was paused when this entry was written - check the listing before applying.

  • Location: Kyiv
  • Time commitment: Flexible schedule

Full details and how to apply →

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Drive to Save Lives Driving donated vehicles from England to Ukraine.

About organization

Drive for a Cause: Deliver a Life-Saving Vehicle to Ukraine

We’re looking for volunteer drivers to help us bring donated vehicles from England to Ukraine. These aren’t just any cars-they become evacuation vehicles, supply transport, and life-saving support for Ukrainian defenders on the frontlines.

If you have a valid driver’s license, some free time, and a desire to make a real difference, this is your chance to take action. We’ll support you with route guidance, all necessary documents, and coordination along the way.

You’ll be driving to the safe city of Lviv, in western Ukraine-over 1,000 kilometers from active fighting. Your safety is our top priority.

One drive can save dozens of lives. Will you take the wheel for Ukraine?
Apply now to join the mission.

🔎 In Addition - We’re Also Looking for Donors and Fundraisers

If you can donate a vehicle or organize your own fundraiser to help purchase one, you’ll be making a direct, life-saving impact. We are in urgent need of reliable 4x4 vehicles such as:

  • Nissan Navara
  • Ford Ranger
  • Toyota Hilux
  • Mitsubishi L200
  • Nissan Frontier

These vehicles are the backbone of frontline logistics, medical evacuation, and critical mobility in war zones.

How you can help

Requirements:

  • Valid driver’s license (EU, UK, or international)
  • At least 2 years of driving experience
  • Passport valid for travel through the EU and into Ukraine
  • Age 21+
  • Responsible and self-organized

What We Provide:

  • A fully prepared and legally registered vehicle for transport
  • All necessary documents for border crossing (export papers, insurance)
  • Step-by-step instructions for the route and customs process
  • Ongoing support from our team throughout the journey
  • A letter of appreciation and a small souvenir upon delivery
  • Assistance in booking return flights from Krakow to the United Kingdom, average cost £35

What We Expect from You:

  • Cover your accommodation and meals (For example, a cozy apartment in central Lviv can cost just £24 per night, a meal just £10 including drink)
  • Cover fuel costs if possible - we can reimburse the cost of fuel, but any donation towards it is greatly appreciated. Every extra pound goes directly to support the military.

Trip Duration:

• Approx. 2–3 days depending on the route and border crossing

If you're unable to drive, consider donating a vehicle or starting a fundraiser to help us purchase one. Every car delivered saves lives.

Let’s drive hope to the frontlines. Together.

  • Location: UK -> Ukraine
  • Time commitment: Trip duration 2-4 days

Full details and how to apply →

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Rebuilding & Construction 6
Koridor UA - Odesa Czech-Ukrainian nonprofit repairing war-damaged infrastructure.

A Czech-Ukrainian nonprofit that repairs war-damaged infrastructure and rebuilds community spaces. Seeking volunteers with construction skills.

  • Location: Odesa, Mykolaiv
  • Time commitment: 5 days a week, 8 hours per day

Full details and how to apply →

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Repair Together - Kyiv Grassroots rebuilding, including the International Building Camp.

A grassroots organisation dedicated to rebuilding Ukraine. Runs the International Building Camp (INBUT) from June 2026 to rebuild homes destroyed during the Russian occupation.

  • Location: Kyiv, Chernihiv
  • Time commitment: Minimum 5 days

Full details and how to apply →

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Brave to Rebuild - Kyiv Rebuilding private homes, schools, and hospitals.

A charitable foundation uniting volunteers, professional builders, and architects to rebuild private homes, schools, and hospitals.

  • Location: Kyiv, Chernihiv, Kharkiv, Kherson, Mykolaiv, Odesa
  • Time commitment: Every weekend, 9:00 to 16:00

Full details and how to apply →

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Dobrobat - Kyiv Volunteer building division restoring damaged housing.

A volunteer building division focusing primarily on the restoration of damaged housing, aiming at quick restoration of damaged houses.

  • Location: Kyiv
  • Time commitment: Usually a long weekend, Friday to Sunday

Full details and how to apply →

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Gurtum Charity Foundation Restoring homes, schools, and clinics; debris removal and cleanups.

About organization

Gurtum Charity Foundation is a collective of volunteers-everyday individuals leading ordinary lives until the full-scale invasion reshaped our realities on February 24, 2022. Faced with these challenging times for our country, we recognized the imperative to take action.

Our primary focus lies in the swift reconstruction of damaged buildings. Throughout our active engagement, we've successfully restored a range of infrastructure facilities, encompassing residential buildings, schools, and outpatient clinics. Beyond reconstruction, our initiatives extend to debris clearance, area cleanup, support for local residents, and the organization of diverse community events.


Achievements of Gurtum Charity Foundation:

  • Successfully rebuilt Lyceum #1 in Hostomel, which had suffered extensive damage from Russian artillery fire. Today, the school accommodates 180 students.
  • Established a fairy shelter named "The Hobbit's House" for the children of the school, aiming to minimize stress and negative associations related to danger.

How you can help

  • Entry-level construction tasks
  • General cleaning duties
  • Planning and executing children's events
  • Food preparation
  • Planting and gardening

  • Location: Kyiv Oblast Show on map
  • Time commitment: From just 2h to a full day. Your choice, your impact!

Full details and how to apply →

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BUR - Building Ukraine Together - Kyiv Youth-focused rebuilding combined with personal development.

A non-profit dedicated to creating opportunities to change the country through volunteering for young people, combining community rebuilding with personal development.

  • Location: Kyiv, Kharkiv, Lviv, Chernihiv, Zakarpattia, Zaporizhzhia, Okhtyrka
  • Time commitment: 1–3 days up to 3 months

Full details and how to apply →

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Support for the Armed Forces 11
Camo netting By_Porokhova Making camouflage covers for the front line.

About organization

Since February 25, 2022, the incredible volunteers at By_Porokhova in Lviv have been creating camouflage nets, ghillie suits, and helmet covers to shield Ukrainian defenders and their equipment. They’ve already produced over 25,000 square meters of nets - and counting!

Now, they need more hands to keep going. No experience needed - they’ll teach you everything! It’s simple, meaningful work that directly saves lives on the front lines.

📍 Location: 3 floor, Room 35, Horodotska St, 38, Lviv
📽️ How to get there: Video with direction

Come alone or bring a friend - every hour you give makes a real difference.

How you can help

No prior experience is needed - our team will teach you step by step. The work is simple, calm, and hands-on. You’ll:

  • Cut and tie fabric strips
  • Weave nets following a clear pattern

This is a great opportunity to meet other kind-hearted people, work in a supportive environment, and make a direct impact for Ukraine.

  • Location: 3 floor, Room 35, Horodotska St, 38, Lviv
  • Time commitment: as much as you want or can

Full details and how to apply →

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Lviv Camouflage Netting - Lviv Weaving camouflage nets for soldiers and equipment.

Camouflage nets are a crucial form of defence, helping soldiers conceal their equipment and positions.

  • Location: Lviv
  • Time commitment: 2–6 hours per day

Full details and how to apply →

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«Swamp Brotherhood» Camo Netting - Kyiv Producing camouflage products for the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

A volunteer organisation specialising in producing camouflage. Each product can play a pivotal role in safeguarding a soldier's life.

  • Location: Kyiv
  • Time commitment: 2–6 hours per day

Full details and how to apply →

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Kitty Pechersk - Kyiv Weaving camo nets, kikimoras, and helmet covers.

A local volunteer community helping the Armed Forces of Ukraine with camouflage: kikimoras, helmet camouflage covers, and nets for military equipment.

Status: urgently needed. This organisation has flagged an immediate need for volunteers.

  • Location: Kyiv
  • Time commitment: Minimum 1 hour

Full details and how to apply →

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Goncharenko Center Odesa Weaving camouflage nets, and English speaking clubs for children.

About organization

The Goncharenko Center in Odesa is part of an all-Ukrainian educational and cultural network and operates across two separate locations in different parts of the city. Each location offers unique volunteer opportunities depending on its focus and schedule:

📍 Location 1 - Goncharenko Center Odesa (Derevianko Area)

This branch is a vibrant and diverse space with a strong emphasis on both cultural development and frontline support.

Main activities include:

  • English-speaking clubs and language classes
  • Art projects of all kinds
  • Camouflage net weaving - an essential volunteer task that directly supports Ukrainian defenders

Working hours:
Mon–Fri: 9:00–19:00
Sat: 10:00–19:00
Sun: 13:00–19:00

📍 Location 2 - Goncharenko Center Odesa (Oistrakh Street)

This branch focuses on conversation clubs in multiple languages, offering learners a chance to improve their speaking skills in a supportive environment.

Languages offered:

  • English
  • German
  • Polish
  • Chinese

Important: Volunteers must coordinate their participation at least 2 days in advance, considering both the center’s schedule and the availability of speakers.

Working hours:
Every day (Mon–Sun): 10:00–19:00

Whether you’re passionate about cultural education or supporting frontline efforts, both centers offer impactful ways to get involved. Join us and make a real difference in Ukraine!

How you can help

  • Weave Camouflage Nets: Contribute to the safety of our defenders by helping to create camouflage nets.
  • Assist with Educational and Art Projects: Organize English-speaking clubs, language classes, and various art projects for children.
  • Share Your Language Skills: Join our conversation clubs and help Ukrainian adults and children practice English, German, Polish, or Chinese in a friendly, supportive environment.

Join us in making a meaningful impact!

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  • Location: Odesa (Two Branches Available) Show on map
  • Time commitment: As little or as much as you want

Full details and how to apply →

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Charity Fund "Coast of Life" - Odesa Making trench candles, repellent candles, and warming balms.

A volunteer team dedicated to supporting the Ukrainian army with trench candles, repellent candles, and warming balms.

  • Location: Odesa
  • Time commitment: As much as you can or want

Full details and how to apply →

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Helping military with electronics - Lviv Soldering electronic components for military equipment.

Seeking experienced volunteers with skills in soldering electronic components, to support the production of essential military equipment.

  • Location: Lviv
  • Time commitment: Minimum 2 months

Full details and how to apply →

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FL Man 4 UA - Lviv Building power banks and stations from repurposed battery cells.

An NGO and volunteer workshop that builds power systems for the front by repurposing cells from vapes and e-bike batteries into power banks and power stations.

  • Location: Lviv
  • Time commitment: Prefer one month, 12 hours a week

Full details and how to apply →

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PrintArmy / ДрукАрмія Using 3D printing to support the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

About organization

We are a volunteer organization that uses 3D printing to support the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Everything we produce is provided to the military free of charge.

We manufacture equipment, devices, tools, and training mock-ups that assist soldiers, medics, and instructors in the defense of Ukraine. These include replicas of landmines, grenades, and explosive devices used to train military personnel and security forces.

Another area of our work is the creation of educational models, which we supply to schools and other educational institutions. These models help children recognize potentially dangerous objects left behind by the Russian army.

We are doing everything we can to bring victory closer and end this war.

Since the beginning of our work, we have 3D printed over 473,267 kilograms of parts and equipment. That’s millions of critical items that would have been nearly impossible to source by any other means.

This is our first major achievement - proof that distributed, volunteer-powered production can make a massive impact on the battlefield.

Our second achievement is the launch of the Heroes' Hub - a dedicated space where wounded veterans, no longer able to serve on the front lines, continue their mission by printing essential parts for their fellow soldiers. This initiative allows them to stay in the fight, support their brothers-in-arms, and help bring our shared victory closer.

How you can help

Maker: If you have your own 3D printer, you can join as a maker and print the parts that are urgently needed.

Assembler: If you're skilled with a soldering iron, you can help by assembling and soldering electronic components.

Engineer/3D Modeler: If you can create 3D models, especially ones optimized for printing, your skills are essential.

Designer: You can create promotional materials that help attract more people to the initiative and raise awareness.

Blogger/Influencer: You can help by spreading the word, sharing our mission, and inspiring others to join.

  • Location: Worldwide
  • Time commitment: From 1 hour a day

Full details and how to apply →

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Unmanned Systems Forces - Ukraine Military service in the drone branch of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

A dedicated branch of the Armed Forces of Ukraine that brings together the military's core unmanned capabilities across the air, ground, and maritime domains.

Status: urgently needed. This organisation has flagged an immediate need for volunteers.

  • Location: Ukraine
  • Time commitment: Full-time military contract

This is military service, not civilian volunteering. It involves a full-time contract with the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Serving in a foreign military has serious legal consequences in many countries, which can include loss of citizenship or criminal liability at home. Get independent legal advice about your own nationality before applying.

Full details and how to apply →

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The 25th Airborne Brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Military service in an airborne and mechanised brigade.

About organization

The 25th Airborne Brigade is an elite unit of the Ukrainian Air Assault Forces, specializing in rapid-response airborne and mechanized operations. Our mission is to defend Ukraine with speed, precision, and innovation-including the advanced use of drones for reconnaissance and strike missions. We focus on offensive breakthroughs, strategic defense, and training elite warfighters for modern, technology-driven combat.

How you can help

Job roles available:

  • Infantry Soldier - English Speaking
  • Infantry Soldier Spanish/Portuguese Speaking
  • Drone pilot - English speaking
  • Drone engineer - English speaking

The age requirement is 18 to 48; however, exceptions may be considered for individuals over 48 based on their skills and experience.

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  • Location: Dnipro and Donetsk Oblasts Show on map
  • Time commitment: This is a full time military contract.

This is military service, not civilian volunteering. It involves a full-time contract with the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Serving in a foreign military has serious legal consequences in many countries, which can include loss of citizenship or criminal liability at home. Get independent legal advice about your own nationality before applying.

Full details and how to apply →

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Children & Education 4
NGO "Believe in our Children's Future" Educational and recreational programmes for displaced children.

About organization

Believe in Our Children’s Future is an NGO dedicated to bringing joy, stability, and positive experiences to Ukrainian internally displaced children and children from military families. Our mission is to create a safe, supportive environment where kids can relax, have fun, learn new things, and build friendships.

With the help of international English-speaking volunteers and Ukrainian volunteers, we run engaging English-through-play activities using fun computer games, conversations, arts and crafts, and creative tasks. We also organize regular outdoor excursions - visits to parks, museums, historic sites, activity centers, and other exciting locations - giving children new experiences and moments of happiness.

Our focus is not on academic lessons but on fun, laughter, emotional support, and confidence-building. Every day is designed to spark curiosity, encourage teamwork, inspire creativity, and help children rediscover a sense of adventure - all under the care of experienced and responsible volunteers.

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How you can help

Our next camp will run from Monday, December 22nd, 2025, until Friday, January 9th, 2026.

We are looking for English Speaking Volunteers who have a desire to help these amazing children during a time of war. And to assist with teaching English to the children or assisting them in class and on outside excursions.

  • Location: Lviv
  • Time commitment: Whenever available to volunteer but at least 2 days a week during the camps.‍

Full details and how to apply →

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GoGlobal NGO Online educational programmes for children.

About organization

GoGlobal is a Ukrainian educational foundation that has been piloting, implementing, and scaling innovative educational projects for the past 9 years. Our mission is to empower new generations of Ukrainians to become changemakers by equipping them with essential knowledge, tools, and methods.

Together with our partners, we aim to transform Ukraine’s education system by making students and teachers co-creators of change-active participants, not passive recipients. Since our founding, we’ve built a nationwide community of over 5,000 teachers and 4,000+ schools. More than 170,000 children and youth have participated in our programs, supported by volunteers from over 80 countries.

Since the start of the full-scale war, our focus has shifted to supporting the psychological well-being of teachers and helping students build essential life skills.

How you can help

Ways to volunteer with us

Speaking Clubs

Join our online speaking clubs and connect with Ukrainian youth, vocational school students, and future English teachers. Each session is co-hosted with a Ukrainian teacher and focuses on building English speaking confidence and cross-cultural understanding. Volunteering runs in one-month cycles, requires up to 6 hours per month, and all materials are provided.

Workshops for teachers

If you are a professional English teacher or education specialist, you can also volunteer by hosting an online workshop or training session for Ukrainian teachers of English, sharing your expertise, teaching methods, or classroom practices.

Host interactive workshops for youth 

We invite volunteers to host a 1-hour online workshop or interactive session on Zoom for Ukrainian students. Sessions can also cover a wide range of topics, from art, storytelling, and fitness to coding, AI, space, social media, career planning, entrepreneurship, public speaking, and environmental issues, based on your expertise and interests.

Summer camps (offline) 

We also organize offline educational camps in the summer. If you are interested in participating as a volunteer, feel free to message us for more details.

  • Location: Kyiv Show on map
  • Time commitment: In speaking clubs, volunteers choose a schedule convenient for them: from 1- 4 hours per week. For workshops it could be 1 hour per month.

Full details and how to apply →

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ENGin - Nationwide Online English speaking practice with Ukrainian learners.

Connects English-speaking volunteers with motivated Ukrainians for online speaking practice and cross-cultural exchange.

  • Location: Nationwide, online
  • Time commitment: 1 hour a week for 10–12 weeks

Full details and how to apply →

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Balakun - Remote Online English mentoring for Ukrainian learners.

A bridge between volunteer mentors from around the world and Ukrainians eager to learn English.

  • Location: Remote
  • Time commitment: Minimum one session (1 hour) per week

Full details and how to apply →

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Animal Shelters 3
NGO “Wet Nose” No-kill shelter caring for over 120 dogs and cats.

About organization

NGO “Wet Nose” (Ukrainian: “Mokry Nosyk”) is a no-kill animal shelter and pet adoption organization located near Lutsk, Ukraine.
Their mission is to give every dog and cat the chance for a better life. The shelter currently houses over 120 animals, all of whom receive daily care, food, and medical attention.

Beyond sheltering, “Wet Nose” is committed to tackling the root causes of stray overpopulation through spay and neuter campaigns and by promoting responsible pet ownership within local communities.
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Before applying, check if you need a visa to enter Ukraine. We are unable to provide invitations for volunteer visas.

How you can help

Join us in making a lasting impact on the lives of rescued dogs and cats. Whether you bring professional expertise or simply a compassionate heart, there’s always meaningful work to do at our shelter near Lutsk.

🐾 Primary Daily Tasks

  • Animal Care: Feed and provide water to the animals, clean enclosures, and spend time socializing with dogs and cats to build their trust and confidence.
  • Shelter Maintenance: Assist with cleaning, basic repairs, and improving living conditions for the animals.

🔧 Additional Opportunities

  • Construction & Carpentry: Help build or repair kennels, exercise areas, and storage spaces. Tools and guidance are provided.
  • Veterinary Assistance: Support sterilization campaigns, routine health checks, or accompany animals to the vet - perfect for volunteers with animal care experience.
  • Photography & Social Media: Capture photos and stories of the animals to share online and help them find loving homes.
  • Dog Training: Work with dogs to prepare them for adoption by teaching basic obedience and social behavior.
  • Transport Assistance: Drive animals to vet appointments or help collect them from nearby areas for sterilization programs.
  • Outreach & Communication: Contribute to donor relations, fundraising initiatives, and public awareness campaigns.
  • Location: Lutsk‍ region, Ukraine Show on map
  • Time commitment: 3 weeks – 3 months | Schedule: 6–8 hours/day, 5 days/week

Full details and how to apply →

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Green Shelter - Yavoriv Caring for dogs evacuated from the war zone.

An NGO that takes care of homeless dogs evacuated from the war zone.

  • Location: Yavoriv, Lviv region
  • Time commitment: 3–4 days a week ideal

Full details and how to apply →

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Lviv Animal Center "Lev" - Lviv Walking and caring for stray dogs and cats.

A place of compassion dedicated to caring for stray dogs and cats. Welcomes volunteers to join in walking the animals and offering care.

  • Location: Lviv
  • Time commitment: Flexible

Full details and how to apply →

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Medical & Transport 1
Artesans ResQ Ukraine - Dnipro Medical transport for critically ill patients, and medical training.

Provides life-saving medical transport for critically ill patients of all ages in Ukraine, alongside medical training.

  • Location: Dnipro
  • Time commitment: Minimum 4 weeks

Full details and how to apply →

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Remote & Online Volunteering 1
Volunteering Ukraine: Social Media & Partnership Manager - Remote Remote digital volunteering with volunteeringukraine.com itself.

Support Ukraine through digital action by joining the remote volunteer team as a Social Media or Partnership Manager.

Status: urgently needed. This organisation has flagged an immediate need for volunteers.

  • Location: Remote, or Ukraine-based
  • Time commitment: Part-time and flexible, minimum 3–4 hours per week

Full details and how to apply →

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