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About myself and why I decided to start the fundraising.

Hello, my name is Olena Chuzhyk, and I am a dedicated gynecologist from Ukraine. Currently, I am working as a research fellow in oncogynecology at Mayo Clinic in the United States.
The war in Ukraine has brought about a heartbreaking trend: the mass abandonment of beloved pets. Many people, under the false belief that they would return home soon, left behind their innocent animal companions. Witnessing this dire situation has deeply troubled me.

Despite the challenges, I have encountered remarkable individuals who refuse to give up. They are committed to rescuing and caring for these abandoned animals, despite enduring their own pain and hardships. I have personally witnessed the suffering of these animals—mutilated, crippled, and trembling with fear—each silently pleading for acts of kindness through their eyes. It is these resilient and compassionate individuals who are making a difference in the midst of this chaos.

In Ukraine, the state's resources are understandably focused on assisting people coping with the consequences of war. As a result, the welfare of animals largely falls into the hands of dedicated volunteers who selflessly devote their time and energy to providing care and shelter. Unfortunately, raising funds within Ukraine has become increasingly difficult, impeding their noble efforts.

Understanding the deep love and concern we have for our own pets, I have been moved to take action. I am reaching out to you, compassionate souls, with a heartfelt appeal for support.

Through this GoFundMe campaign, I aim to raise funds that will directly benefit trusted volunteers and organizations in Ukraine who are on the frontlines of rescuing and rehabilitating these unfortunate animals. Your contributions, no matter how small, will make a significant difference in providing essential veterinary care, food, shelter, sterilization, and materials for the construction of houses such as cardboard, straw, boards, and adhesive tape.

By coming together, we can make a profound impact on the lives of these abandoned animals and create a brighter future for them.

I am deeply grateful for your compassion, generosity, and willingness to stand with me in this endeavor. Let us unite in providing a second chance and a loving home for these abandoned animals in Ukraine. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Note: In compliance with GoFundMe's terms, all funds raised through this campaign will be transferred directly to verified volunteers and organizations in Ukraine. Regular updates will be provided to ensure transparency and accountability.

How the funds will be used:
The funds raised through this campaign will be utilized for the following essential purposes:

Food: Providing nourishment for the abandoned animals in the care of volunteers.
Generators: Ensuring a consistent power supply for facilities to support the animals' needs.
Treatment: Covering veterinary expenses for medical care, medications, and surgeries.
Sterilization: Facilitating spaying and neutering programs to control the population and promote animal welfare.
Construction of Shelter: Materials for building houses and shelters to provide safe and comfortable environments for the animals.
The funds will be transferred to trusted individuals and organizations dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating abandoned animals. I have personally vetted and established relationships with these entities, and I am confident in their commitment and integrity.

Together, let us make a significant difference in the lives of these abandoned animals and bring hope and care where it is most needed.

Thank you for your support and for standing with us in this compassionate endeavor.

Here I would like to list some people I help and trust, to whom I dedicate this fundraising and who will receive the funds. I plan to transfer ALL the funds to them.
1. Aleksey Surovtsev- https://instagram.com/surovtsev.alexei?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= a famous person in Ukraine, an artist, an actor- from the very beginning of the war in Ukraine saved thousands of abandoned animals throughout Ukraine, driving under bombarding and shelling, risking his life. Now he continues his activity and has created a shelter, "Kotel," in Kyiv, where many homeless cats live their best life after suffering; he brings the disabled cats to vets and participates in their treatment and rehabilitation.



























2.Uanimals- https://instagram.com/uanimals.official?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=a famous Ukrainian rights organization that helps animals all over Ukraine during the war.














3. Svitlana Tkachuk-https://instagram.com/koshkinn___dom?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= a woman who saves homeless animals; she holds 62 cats and 28 dogs at her shelter. Throughout the day, she seeks abandoned and lost animals and brings them to her shelter, thus giving them a chance for a better life.








4. Vsehvostiki- https://instagram.com/vse_hvostiki?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= a shelter in Kharkiv that rescues lost, abandoned, homeless animals, feeds, warms and takes care of them.




5. 4Lapu_herson- https://instagram.com/4lapu_herson?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= a shelter in Herson, they started their activity from the beginning of the war. Though the city was occupied for a couple of months, they continued working under harsh and challenging circumstances.









6. Ekozahust.starkon_24- https://instagram.com/ekozahust.starkon_24?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= a shelter in Starokonstantiniv. Cares after 500 animals.







7. Wildanimals.ua- https://instagram.com/wildanimals.ua?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= the Wild animals' rescue center helps thousands of wild animals suffering from the war in Ukraine.















8. Irina Balabanova- a volunteer from Kharkiv. Most of her activity she dedicates to homeless animals- feeds them, searches for the family for them. Also, a great support she does to fight against the scammers.





9. Vetmarket_plurition- organization that evacuates animals from the most dangerous parts of Ukraine where the most aggressive bombarding takes place.









Photos of the animals these people rescue and help







































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