Citizen Charity Foundation provides comprehensive assistance to seriously injured military personnel and their family members, offering state-of-the-art prosthetics, medical treatment, physical and psychological rehabilitation, and training.
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Soldier Oleksandr Tymoshenko, callsign SNIPER
My name is Olena. I am the mother of Ukrainian defender Oleksandr Tymoshenko, callsign SNIPER. Oleksandr served as a marine in Feodosiia. After completing his service he returned to civilian life. On the first day of the full-scale invasion he came to me and said: “Mama, tomorrow I am going to war.”
Oleksandr fought in the most difficult directions — Huliaipolie, Donetsk Oblast, Luhansk Oblast, the Sievierodonetsk area.
During the battles near Bilohorivka, after an enemy shelling, his fellow soldier was severely wounded. Oleksandr rushed under withering fire to save his friend. He carried him on his back to his bunker, called for help, and essentially saved his life. And just a moment later, an enemy shell landed on my Sasha’s position… I will never forget the day I first entered the intensive care unit. The doctor said only a few words: “Very serious condition. Head wound. Operated on. Coma.”
There were surgeries, treatment, and lengthy rehabilitation. But the fight is not yet over. Today Oleksandr is already walking a little, but for now this comes with great difficulty, he speaks almost not at all — only individual words. Right now it is extraordinarily important for him to undergo two courses of specialized rehabilitation at the “Western Rehabilitation and Sports Center” of the NCSPI. The main goal of this rehabilitation is to stimulate independent walking with a quad cane both indoors and outdoors, as well as the further restoration of lost functions after the severe head wound.
COLLECTING: UAH 210,000
Soldier history
Soldier Oleksandr Protsenko, call sign KOK
My name is Liudmyla. I am the mother of Ukrainian defender Protsenko Oleksandr, call sign KOK. Oleksandr served as part of the 15th Border Detachment in the Sumy direction. On July 12, 2025, while carrying out a combat mission near the settlement of Sadky in Sumy Oblast he sustained extremely severe wounds to the head, neck, and spine, as a result of a mortar shelling… Then came months of hospitals, surgeries, intensive care units, and sleepless nights. The terrible diagnosis: a severe injury to the cervical spine with spinal cord contusion, severe brain damage, deep spastic tetraparesis. My son almost completely lost the ability to move independently. He underwent numerous complex surgeries and lengthy treatment in military hospitals… Today there are first results. He has already partially restored movement in his arms and legs. He can independently turn over in bed, sit up, and even walk short distances under the supervision of rehabilitation specialists.
But a very long road still lies ahead. My son still requires constant care and outside assistance. His body is held by strong spasticity, and every new movement comes through pain and exhaustion. That is why right now Oleksandr is in critical need of specialized rehabilitation at the “AGAPE” center. The doctors give hope that intensive recovery will help improve his condition. Unfortunately, our family does not have the means to pay for this rehabilitation course on its own.
COLLECTED AND TRANSFERRED: UAH 127,500
Soldier history
Soldier Oleksandr Kushch, call sign KOSTOPRAV
I am 27 years old. Since August 2024 I have been serving under contract as a medic of the 36th Road Construction and Rehabilitation Brigade. I am a combat veteran, a Group III war invalid, but I remain an active serviceman to this day. While carrying out a combat mission in the Kherson direction, I had to jump into a revetment from a height of approximately two meters in order to hide from an FPV drone. The drone exploded just a few meters away from me. After that jump, doctors diagnosed me with a meniscus tear and incomplete tears of two cruciate ligaments of the left knee joint. I underwent surgery, completed rehabilitation, and returned to service. During another combat mission, a threat of a strike by guided aerial bombs arose. Running into shelter, I put more load on my right leg in order to protect the injured left knee. At that moment I felt a strong crunch in my right hip joint and a sharp pain… Doctors established the diagnosis — necrosis of both femoral heads. Today the disease has progressed. On the left it is already degree III, on the right — degree IV. The only chance to return to a full life is total endoprosthetic replacement of both hip joints. The surgery itself is free of charge for me. But it is necessary to independently purchase two high-quality hip joint endoprostheses. For me these are not simply medical devices. This is a chance to walk again without constant pain, to return to an active life and to the work I love.
COLLECTING: UAH 224,000
Soldier history
Soldier Vitalii Ostash, call sign is SOKIL
On March 3, 2022, I voluntarily joined the ranks of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. I served in the 24th Separate Mechanized Brigade in the position of mortar crew commander. I sustained a severe wound while carrying out a combat mission near the settlement of Orikhovo-Vasylivka in Bakhmut district of Donetsk Oblast. The traumatic brain injury caused left-sided hemiparesis, and I lost consciousness. First aid was provided to me by my fellow soldiers… Doctors performed a craniotomy. I remained in a coma for two weeks. I was subsequently directed to Lviv. There the first stage of my rehabilitation began and a protective plate was installed. Thanks to the treatment and persistent work, my condition improved significantly, but much effort still lies ahead.
Today my main goals are to improve my walking and restore mobility in my left arm. For this I need to undergo specialized rehabilitation at the “Western Rehabilitation and Sports Center” of the NCSPI. This is an opportunity to become more independent, regain control over my own body.
COLLECTING: UAH 90,000
Soldier history
Soldier Vladyslav Beloshytskyi
On April 14, 2022, I was conscripted into the ranks of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. I first served in Mykolaiv Oblast, and later found myself at the front line in Donetsk Oblast.
On May 5, while carrying out a combat mission in the village of Shandryholove, I sustained a severe injury — an extremely complex spinal trauma. After evacuation, a long fight for life began, several complex surgeries. I relearned how to live. I learned to move in a wheelchair, to take care of myself independently, underwent lengthy rehabilitation. After returning home and being discharged from service, I found myself in sport. I began training, participated in regional and all-Ukrainian competitions, and in 2025 represented Ukraine at the European Para Arm Wrestling Championship, where I won third place. But life had prepared yet another trial for me. Due to pressure sores I lost two lower limbs. This was yet another moment when everything had to be started from the beginning. Today I am once again going through a difficult path of recovery. In order to return to an active life, continue engaging in sport, be a support for my family, and remain strong, I need specialized rehabilitation at the “AGAPE UKRAINE” rehabilitation center. Unfortunately, the cost of such treatment is extremely high, and my family cannot manage these expenses on its own.
COLLECTED AND TRANSFERRED: UAH 64,000
Soldier history
Soldier Serhii Kulinets
I am a major of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and a combat veteran. In 2019 I enrolled at the Petro Sahaidachnyi National Army Academy for officer leadership courses. In 2020 I received the initial officer rank of junior lieutenant and was assigned to a military unit as a mechanized platoon commander. I connected my entire future with military service. But in 2021 my life changed. Returning from an official business trip from Kyiv, I was involved in a road accident. The injuries sustained were so severe that doctors were forced to amputate both of my lower limbs… I had to relearn how to move, use prostheses, and live under new circumstances. But even after the loss of both legs I did not leave the service. I served for as long as my health allowed. On June 1, 2026, I was discharged from the Armed Forces of Ukraine on health grounds. Today I am beginning a new stage of life. But in order to remain independent, move around, study, and work, I need proper prosthetics. The prosthetics center agreed with me on the manufacture of prostheses in minimum configuration — without a foot, knee joint, and adapters. However, even with such a configuration, the amount provided by the state program is insufficient. My first education is in law. In the future I plan to become a lawyer. I want to use my knowledge, military and life experience to help people who need legal protection.
For this I need to be able to move confidently, work, and live independently.
COLLECTING: UAH 48,844
Soldier history
The program of free psychological and physical rehabilitation and sports by the Citizen Charitable Foundation.
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An All-Ukrainian modern centre for prosthetics, reconstructive surgery, rehabilitation and psychological support for adults and children affected by war. The first stage of the centre was opened on 14 April 2023. The centre will employ more than sixty medical specialists. It is planned to treat about 3,000 patients annually. Superhumans uses a comprehensive approach to treatment and seeks to change the perception and psychological approach to Ukrainians who have suffered complex injuries and lost limbs. The prostheses will be manufactured and assembled in-house - the prosthetics laboratory was created with the participation of the leading German company Ottobock. The rehabilitation department has a large swimming pool and multifunctional physical therapy equipment.
Psychological rehabilitation for soldiers and their families. The Mazurenko Center (Lviv) and the "Citizen" Charitable Foundation are launching a psychological rehabilitation program for soldiers who were injured during the war. Psychologists of the Mazurenko Center clinic will conduct consultations in an online or offline format. Members of soldiers families can also receive assistance. To participate in the program, you need to fill out an application on the foundation's website. We work to preserve the physical and psychological health of Ukrainians.
The company's employees have over 30 years of experience in the field of prosthetics and orthotics. During this long period of time, invaluable knowledge has been gained, and extensive practice in prosthetics and rehabilitation has been acquired on the basis of leading foreign and domestic orthopaedic enterprises. SIGMA-ORTO specialists use the most advanced technologies, components and materials. The staff is a strong team of like-minded people who are passionate about their work and have been dedicated to it for many years. Every year, hundreds of people return to full life, positive changes and grateful patients.
Slava Kulakovsky
UKRAINE
Coach, rehabilitation therapist, prize-winner of the Heroes' Games project, Ukrainian champion in javelin throwing, was among the top 10 best adaptive athletes in the world at qualifiers for international competitions. The world's first athlete without an arm to participate in Spartan. Has run more than 50 races with and without obstacles.
Serhii Zhadan
UKRAINE
Writer, translator, social activist, frontman of the bands "Zhadan and Dogs" and "Mannerheim Line".
Roman Kashpur
UKRAINE
Military scout, record holder of Ukraine. The 16-ton An-26 aircraft moved from place to place on the prosthesis. Winner of the «Games of Heroes» project.
Andriy Zelinskyy
UKRAINE
Chief Chaplain of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church (UGCC), Advisor to the Head of the UGCC on Communication Strategy. Chairman of the Supervisory Board of the Ukrainian Veterans Foundation under the Ministry of the Veterans' Affairs. Lecturer of the Ethics-Politics-Economics program at the Ukrainian Catholic University and the Institute of Leadership and Management of UCU. Co-founder and lecturer at the Ukrainian Leadership Academy, an author of books, publicist, and public figure.
Vladyslav Khilchenko
UKRAINE
Sportsman, travel blogger, author of the YouTube channel “ODNOY PRAVOY” (One Right)
Vadym Svyrydenko
UKRAINE
Commissioner of the President on Rehabilitation of Combatants. Military paramedic, serviceman of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, participant of the Russian-Ukrainian war, social activist. Participant in the "Marine Corps Marathon" in Washington for 10 km, where he won in his category.
