Olha Abakumova is a Ukrainian National Opera singer who had to flee her home country of Ukraine to protect herself and her family from the horrors of the war. She moved to the US in 2022 and has since started to build her opera career here from scratch. She has performed leading roles in major opera houses across Europe, earned top honors in international vocal competitions, and moved audiences around the world with her artistry.

Because Olha is a highly talented opera singer and one of the best in her field, she is pursuing the EB1 US visa for individuals with extraordinary abilities. This visa will allow her and her family to remain in the US on a permanent basis, and more importantly, for her to develop her talent and career on US soil with no restrictions.

Because the US immigration process is highly complex and expensive, the visa application fees, lawyer fees, and other related expenses will total to $8000.

Every donation — no matter the size — brings Olha one step closer to realizing her dream: sharing her extraordinary talent on the global stage, free from the shadows of war and uncertainty. If you’ve ever been moved by a piece of music, you know the power of a voice like hers.

Please donate, share her story, and help us lift Olha to where she belongs — in the spotlight.

Quick note: my name is Mariia Yelizarova and I am Olha's friend, organizing this fundraiser on her behalf. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to reach out to me directly!