I’m Nihaal Singh, and I’m writing to you from Kharkiv, where the Russian army is just 15 kilometers away. The bombing is relentless, but with God’s grace, our focus remains on serving those in need. For over two years, we have been dedicated to this sewa, extending our efforts from Kharkiv to Shehyni, on the Ukraine-Poland border in western Ukraine

Destroyed buildings at the site of Russian missile strike. Credit: Le Monde/Reuters

As the Ukraine-Russia war rages on, the city of Kharkiv faces unimaginable devastation. Recent Russian missile strikes have turned homes into burnt debris, leaving survivors with nothing but the clothes on their backs. The explosions from the new offensive shake the ground, pushing Kharkiv to the brink of annihilation.

According to the International Organization for Migration, 14 million people have been displaced, including 6.5 million new refugees and 3.7 million internally displaced individuals. Amidst this widespread destruction, UNITED SIKHS volunteers remain steadfast, providing critical aid to those in desperate need.

Our hot meal initiative has been a lifeline for hundreds of thousands in the Shehnyi and Kharkiv regions. Volunteers tirelessly distribute essential aid, including hygiene kits, groceries, medicines, and warm clothing

In early 2022, we launched Project Braveheart, which trains Ukrainian civilians in military-grade first aid and emergency medical procedures. Over the past year, more than 50,000 civilians have been trained, gaining crucial skills such as treating fractures, performing blood transfusions, and evacuating the injured. This effort highlights our dedication to both immediate relief and long-term resilience and empowerment

26 months on, the brutal war continues, making it increasingly challenging to bring aid to those in need in the midst of crumbling infrastructure and resources. However, with international aid dwindling, it is now up to empathetic individuals like you to sustain our mission.

Please consider continuing your support for our relief mission.

In chardi kala (high spirits),

Nihaal Singh
UNITED SIKHS Volunteer,
Kharkiv, Ukraine