Today, on Vyshyvanka Day, we celebrate what it means to be Ukrainian - here in Canada and around the world. At Help Us Help, we believe that culture is the foundation of identity and pride. Every program we implement is rooted in Ukrainian heritage - designed to reflect, instill, and strengthen that connection for our beneficiaries. Through our programming, we encourage learning about Ukrainian history, language, traditions, and values. This cultural connection not only builds confidence and community - it is also a powerful form of resistance against those who seek to erase our identity. At a time of existential struggle and attempted genocide, preserving and celebrating Ukrainian culture is an act of courage. By nurturing this pride in the next generation, we are helping to build a future grounded in strength and hope. Thank you for standing with us in honouring Ukrainian heritage - today and every day. З Днем Вишиванки! З Україною в серці! 💙💛 Сьогодні, у День Вишиванки, ми святкуємо те, що означає бути українцем — тут, у Канаді, і по всьому світу! Help Us Help вірить, що культура — це основа ідентичності та гордості. Кожна програма, яку ми реалізуємо, глибоко вкорінена в нашій спадщині та спрямована на те, щоб відобразити, укріпити і поєднати наших бенефіціарів з їхньою українською культурною спадщиною. Через наші програми ми допомагаємо вивчати історію, мову та традиції України. Цей зв'язок не лише зміцнює впевненість та почуття спільноти — це потужний спосіб захистити нашу культуру протистоят силам, які намагаються її стерти. У часи екзистенційної боротьби та спроб геноциду збереження та святкування української культури є актом відваги та опору. Виховуючи гордість у наступному поколінні, ми будуємо майбутнє, вкорінене в надії та силі. Дякуємо вам за те, що ви сьогодні з нами вшановуєте символ української ідентичності. З Днем Вишиванки! З Україною в серці! (fb)

This summer, Help Us Help will welcome 200 orphaned and institutionalized children from four corners of Ukraine to our annual Summer Camp in the Carpathian Mountains. For 14 days, these children will have the opportunity to learn transferable skills in a safe, nurturing environment, guided by qualified professionals using a holistic approach. For over three decades, Help Us Help has been working on the ground in Ukraine, providing support to vulnerable communities. During this pivotal time for Ukraine, our educational Summer Camp program offers a life-changing experience for children, built on trauma-informed care, mentorship, and restorative justice. Through these principles, we help institutionalized children feel seen, supported, and empowered, guiding them toward a brighter future. The lessons and connections made at camp serve as defining moments in their lives, with Help Us Help remaining a trusted resource they can continue to turn to for support and guidance. This August, like every summer, the campers will receive essential humanitarian aid and medical checkups. They will also engage in activities designed to encourage emotional growth and strengthen their well-being. Through creative workshops, outdoor adventures, and team-building exercises, they will develop key life skills such as working in teams, leadership, and self-confidence. The Help Us Help Summer Camp experience empowers its participants to envision a brighter future, one where they can achieve their full potential. Many former campers return as counsellors, sharing the knowledge and confidence they’ve gained to help guide the next generation of Ukraine’s leaders. Donate today by clicking the link below and help us reach our goal of sending 200 institutionalized children to Summer Camp! Our programs are needed now more than ever. https://helpushelp.charity/summer-camp-2025 (fb)