Doing the right thing,
at the right time.

Like the world-changers who support our organization, we are focused on making a long-term impact by helping kids living in poverty. We have a bold vision: graduating healthy, educated, empowered and employed young adults from our program.

The students supported by our programs face major barriers to accessing education; many are orphaned, living in extreme poverty or dealing with other difficult family circumstances.

key outcomes

What makes UAID different?

Direct Action

At UAID, we pride ourselves on taking a hands-on approach to addressing the crisis in Ukraine, sending volunteers directly into the affected areas to deliver aid and support to those in need. 

Local Partnerships

The UAID Foundation has developed strong partnerships with local organizations and individuals in Ukraine, allowing us to work more effectively on the ground and ensure that aid reaches those who need it most. 

Long-Term Approach

The UAID Foundation is committed to addressing the root causes of the crisis in Ukraine, not just the immediate needs of those affected. 

Meet our leadership team

Kyrill Sazonov

Founder and President of UAID

On the 18th of May, 1995, I was born as a son to a Russian father & a Ukrainian mother, but nationality never played a role in our family. It’s a tough pill to swallow that what used to be two countries with cordial relations have now devolved into a bitter rivalry. I sincerely hop that this once tight relationship will one day return and that everyone will see that neither war nor battle is a solution to any means. Until that time will arive I’d love to aid all victims; in- and outside of Ukraine. UAID was established as an answer to the pain and suffering of the common folk; de victims of cutthroat politics. With our help I’m doing my utmost to alleviate the suffering of all involved.

Yaroslav Zakharchenko

Secretary-Treasurer and co-founder of UAID

I was born and raised in Kiev, Ukraine. It makes more than sense that the war affects me on a personal level. When the crisis first started, I was outside of Ukraine with my family. Fortunately, we now live savely in the Netherlands, a fact that unfortunately cannot be said about my compatriots, friends and loved ones. This is why I wanted to establish UAID: to help my loved ones. It is therefore a sincere wish to help my people – I wish to show them my support and do my best for those who stayed behind.

Aleksandr Laptev

Logistics Manager

It can be quite tough when your loved ones live far away, especially in times like these. Fortunately, I can sleep soundly knowing that they are safe now, but unfortunately, that's not the case for everyone. With UAID Foundation, I am more than happy to help get logistics in motion. I am personally involved in this; I have already driven to war zones three times to distribute warm clothing and meals to those in need. Together with UAID, we are doing our best!

Isaac Awedola

IT & Brand Manager

I’m a Nigerian, lived in Ukraine for almost 6 years and currently in the Netherlands because of the invasion. The crisis shattered and shredded lots of people’s dreams in Ukraine, and I believe we can put dreams back together by helping one another. I joined the UAID team because I want to save, protect and make a meaningful and positive impact on humanity, especially on people who fled the war in Ukraine and are in the Netherlands, and also those who are still stuck and affected by the war in Ukraine.

Meet our Volunteers

Angelica Udalykh

Ukraine, Kiev

Aleksey Andrushenko

USA, Texas

Natalya Vesolovskaya

Poland, Warsaw

Lyudmila Dimitrenko

Ukraine, Kiev

Renate Smid

Netherlands, Emmen

Andrii Zabolotskiy

Ukraine, Kiev

Lena Danyliuk

Ukraine, Rivne

Antonina Shapka

Ukraine, Rivne

Julia Vysotska

Ukraine, Kharkov

Sergey Doroshenko

Ukraine, Kiev