Razom

In february 2022, the organization responded immediately to the full-scale invasion of ukraine with large-scale efforts to provide disaster relief and humanitarian aid. The majority of funds raised during 2022, approximately $60 million, were deployed to provide humanitarian aid and to amplify voices of ukrainians impacted by the war via an emergency response effort on the ground. The main activities included the procurement of aid, such as tactical medicine, medical equipment and other emergency supplies.three factors had a direct effect on the unprecedented conditions in which the organization operated in 2022. First, the magnitude of the full-scale invasion of ukraine by russia came on with an unexpected degree of brutality as russian troops swarmed across the borders and caused a large-scale humanitarian crisis. Second, the generosity of donors who discovered Razom and who contributed funds and in-kind donations caused an exponential rise in the contributed funds and in-kind donations. Third, volunteers from around the world mobilized quickly to respond and the teams continued working around the clock to deliver life-saving supplies.the organization's activities under the umbrella of emergency response include the following:razom heroes - delivery of life-saving aid for first responders and medics. The organization established a delivery system throughout ukraine where Razom for ukraine's drivers delivered over 500 tons of supplies. For example, Razom's volunteers and drivers packed and delivered over 90,000 first-aid kits, over 2,000 medical backpacks and 50,000 tourniquets. The organization supplied over 15,000 two-way radios, over 2,000 tablets, 350 wood stoves, 250 generators and over 100 power stations to keep ukrainians on the front lines warm and connected. Razom health - supporting ukraine's healthcare with the equipment, supplies and necessary skills training to serve ukrainians now and after victory. The organization delivered 23 hospital-grade generators and other equipment and supplies, including ultrasound and electrosurgery machines, wound vacs, orthopedic fixators and more to 419 medical facilities in ukraine. Razom health purchased 120 butterfly ultrasounds (portable, handheld devices that provide vital medical information in emergency situations) and launched a program of training and support for the doctors who will use them. Razom supported the opening of 2 mental health centers in ukraine, which served 800 individuals. Free therapy was provided to people whose lives were most impacted by the war, including about 400 children.razom relief - helping civilians rebuild and continue to strengthen civil society by investing in vetted grass-roots non-governmental organizations in ukraine that supply aid to vulnerable communities. The organization awarded approximately $5.5 million in grants to a network of 123 volunteer organizations in ukraine that help local communities. These organizations distributed 221,458 food packages to people in need, evacuated 9,640 people, renovated 91 buildings including 11 shelters, and supported 18 shelters that provided 2,375 sleeping places. They also delivered 90 generators and 50 charging stations to shelters and humanitarian hubs in ukraine.razom advocacy - advancing bipartisan policy and engaging constituents and community leaders in the u.s. In support of a secure and democratic ukraine. Razom advocacy organized more than 500 meetings with congressional offices to ask for critical support for ukraine, cofounded the american coalition for ukraine uniting 57 diverse organizations and constituents from 50 states, and held an inaugural ukraine action summit in Washington, d.c., with over 250 participants from all over the u.s. In december 2022, Razom testified in a congressional hearing on crowdsourcing ukraine's victory, hosted by the commission on security and cooperation in europe.razom culture, community and connections - amplifying voices from ukraine in the u.s. and around the world through educational programs, volunteer opportunities, and the arts. The organization created the ukraine response initiative in march 2022 to connect newly arrived displaced persons from ukraine with a supportive community in new york. This initiative helped more than 200 families gain access to legal support and provided 378 families with humanitarian aid totaling approximately $120,000. Razom co-organized a sold-out concert at carnegie hall to commemorate the 100th anniversary of shchedryk (carol of the bells), the popular christmas carol from ukraine, premiere with ukrainian and ukrainian -american artists and celebrity guests called notes from ukraine". The organization promoted the arts by supporting several ukrainian filmmakers, writers and talented ukrainian youth by sponsoring their travel to international events and competitions. During the annual toy drive, Razom provided more than 1,000 children and teens in 23 regions of ukraine with toys, treats, school supplies, warm coats and power banks to brighten their holidays amidst the war.