AGROPROJECT
The first phase of our agro-project — the distribution of seeds to internally displaced persons and affected communities — is nearing completion. Thanks to the coordinated efforts of our team and volunteers, the distribution was completed last week in most of the targeted settlements.
The support primarily covered frontline territories. People received vegetable and herb seeds to enable them to grow their own food this season.
Project coverage by settlements:
- Pavlohrad — 420 families
- Kamyanske — 470 families
- Sofiivka — 370 families
- Novokhatske — 110 families
- Lozova — 70 families
- Zlatopil — 60 families
- Balakliia — 100 families
- Izium — 100 families
- Khotomlia — 300 families
- Beryslav and Beryslav district — 1,200 families
In total, another 3,200 families received the necessary seeds for planting. This not only provides access to fresh produce but also helps people feel a sense of control over their lives in difficult circumstances.
We thank our donors for their trust and support. Together, we are creating conditions for stability, self-sufficiency, and a dignified life even in times of crisis.
Мogiliv
Verkhivtseve
Distribution of planting seeds for IDPs and vulnerable groups
Korovnitsyna H.S.
“I am an internally displaced person, having arrived from the city of Donetsk. I am a pensioner and a person who has lost everything earned throughout my life; I have nowhere to return to. Our home was destroyed by the Russians — not a trace of it remains. We currently live in rented accommodation in the city of Verkhnivtseve. I s
Kamyanske
Distribution of planting seeds for IDPs and vulnerable groups
Izium and Balakliia express their gratitude for the seeds.
Support for affected communities in Donetsk region: aid and evacuation
The teams of the “Step with Hope” foundation have repeatedly delivered humanitarian aid to the settlements of Tolstoy, Novokhatske, Piddubne, Myrne, and Komar in Donetsk region. Throughout this time, our reliable partner in the region has been a representative of the local administration, with whom we have collaborated since 2023. Thanks to her involvement, we were able to provide targeted assistance to the most vulnerable families — based on pre-prepared lists.
However, due to the worsening security situation and intensified shelling in these communities, a mass evacuation of residents began. The foundation’s team also joined this process, helping people leave dangerous areas.
We also took care of evacuating our partner from the administration and her family. We managed to find them safe housing in the city of Synelnykove, Dnipropetrovsk region. Currently, the administration where she worked is temporarily relocated to Pidhorodne. She visits the office weekly and continues her work.
Recently, we received updated lists from her of internally displaced persons from these districts who are now living in the villages of Pokrovske and Vasylkivka. Thanks to this, we were able to deliver seeds for spring planting as part of our agro-project. This allows families who lost their homes to have access to their own food and partially restore a sense of stability.
Dobropillia — Seed Distribution
Seeing that people are finishing the process of planting their seeds, we have prepared for the second phase of our assistance — the distribution of seedlings. Today, the first truck carrying seedlings departed for Beryslav district, delivering seedlings for over a thousand families.
Daily support in Kherson: working under constant danger
The “Step with Hope” foundation team in Kherson continues to provide vital assistance to the city’s residents, especially those living in so-called red zones.
Last week, we managed to accomplish several important tasks:
- Delivered bread to four families living in dangerous areas without access to stores;
- Refueled six generators that have been providing minimal living conditions in homes without electricity for over six months;
- Conducted disinsection in two large facilities where critical need arose with the onset of warmer weather;
- Performed deratization in four locations, including a basement and a bomb shelter;
- Repaired a diesel heater that provides warmth to people in difficult conditions;
- Delivered food aid (dry breakfasts) to a large family previously evacuated from the Komyshany settlement;
- Provided food for two abandoned animals left without care.
Our team works under difficult conditions, daily facing the consequences of shelling and drone attacks. We regularly support people with limited mobility with medicines and food, help address sanitary challenges caused by the war, and do not neglect even the smallest—abandoned animals who also need care.
We thank our donors for their support, which enables us to be close every day to those who need it most.
Donetsk Region: Providing Aid Despite the Danger
From May 2 to 4, the Step with Hope foundation team made another trip to Donetsk region — visiting Kramatorsk, Sloviansk, and Dobropillia. These areas remain under constant threat of shelling, and the situation in the region is rapidly worsening.
The road between Dobropillia and Bilokurakyne has become especially dangerous — civilian vehicles on this route have repeatedly been targeted by drones. Despite the risks, locals continue to attend our meetings. Among them is a woman who travels this route every Saturday to participate in volunteer activities. She not only receives aid but also helps distribute humanitarian cargo and glasses.
During the visit, we also went to the local hospital. There, a woman is recovering who survived a nighttime shelling of her village — Nova Ekonomichna. On the night of May 1, her home was completely destroyed. She woke up feeling sharp pain: fragments hit her abdomen, back, and left side. Despite her injuries, the first thing she did was try to dig her husband out from under the rubble. Neighbors stopped her, realizing that saving him was no longer possible.
The military transported the woman to the hospital, where she underwent emergency surgery. She lost not only her loved one but also her home. All we could do was be there with her, listen to her story, hold her hand, and offer words of support.
While we were there, another local resident entered the ward. He also lost everything: the only thing left is his car, into which he packed all his belongings. His village, like many others in the region, has been wiped off the map.
We continue to support the people of Donetsk, stand by them in their hardest moments, and not leave them alone with their tragedy. Your help gives them the chance to feel that they are not forgotten.
KONSTANTYNIVKA, DRUZHKIVKA
Druzhkivka. On Friday evening, the city came under attack. As the front line approached, KAB missiles began to hit the city — something that had not happened before.
Distribution of bread and glasses. Children’s workshop. Charity lunch.
Maria Petrivna: On Friday, her house was damaged by shelling. The windows were blown out, and her glasses were broken. The situation with optics in the city is very difficult right now. She is very grateful for the help with bread and glasses, as well as for the psychological support.
Kharkiv Region: Care Close By
Znamianka
My name is Tetiana Vegera. I live with my husband, who is visually impaired and classified as a Group 1 disabled person. We survive solely on his pension. Every Wednesday, we receive bread from the foundation. We sincerely thank you for your help — it is a great support for us. We truly hope that this war will end soon.
Chuhuiv and Kochetok Urban-Type Settlement
“I am Maria Serhiivna, born in 1947, a pensioner from the city of Chuhuiv. In these difficult times, I sincerely thank you for your help and care. Thanks to you, we do not feel abandoned.”
Kharkiv, Kamyana Yaruga, Mala Danylivka
Over the past two weeks, the situation in the region has remained tense. The city and surrounding areas have been subjected to shelling, with impacts recorded on multi-story buildings and private homes. Despite the dangers, our team continues its work.
Approximately 18 meetings were held with children and teenagers, discussing important topics, including “How to Use Your Words Properly.” After the meetings, there was a warm tea session with popcorn.
On Friday, a joint meeting for children and teenagers took place, and on Saturday — a charity lunch for local residents and distribution of bread.
In the evening, a screening of the cartoon “Boni the Bee” was organized for children, followed by an evening of board games for teenagers.
Meetings for people with disabilities have resumed.
Food and hygiene aid was provided to those in need.
One of our volunteers shared her personal story with us:
“Until recently, I never really thought about health or how long life might last. But two months ago, during a routine check-up, I was diagnosed with cancer.
It was a shock. Accepting this reality is difficult, but I try to fight it every day.
Because of persistent headaches, doctors referred me for an MRI of the brain. One of the most accurate machines is located in Kharkiv, so I had to travel there.
Thanks to the support from the ‘Step with Hope’ foundation, this trip became possible — they helped me financially with the travel and examination costs.
I sincerely thank everyone who helps people like me. I continue to fight.
I believe that God will give me either the strength to recover or the strength to walk this path to the very end.”
Irina K. Astaforova, 88 years old.
“I am always grateful for the bread delivered by the charitable foundation Step with Hope. Many thanks to everyone involved in making this possible”
Dnipropetrovsk Region
Nikopol
We continue our work in this region. This week, there were no field trips. Assistance was provided at our center in Nikopol.
We distributed water, clothing through the Social Wardrobe project, and food.
In the photo, there are four brake caliper repair kits (front and rear) purchased over the last two weeks for vehicle maintenance.
Pavlograd
Valeriy Viktorovych, 70 years old, pensioner from Pavlograd, is in need of food assistance and medication. He is grateful for the help received.
KRIVYI RIH
From April 28 to May 4, humanitarian trips were carried out in the following areas:
Kryvyi Rih District: Sofiivska, Lozuvatka, and Apostolivska Territorial Communities.
Activities included:
— distribution of planting seeds;
— distribution of bread;
— distribution of clothing;
— distribution of food packages;
— provision of medical mobility aids;
— distribution of bread;
— provision of psychosocial support.
In the city of Kryvyi Rih, the following distributions took place:
— Food packages, bread, gadgets for orphaned and semi-orphaned children, clothing, and hygiene products for families of internally displaced persons (IDPs) and socially vulnerable groups (SVGs);
— Support at the night shelter for homeless people;
— Delivery of bread, food, and clothing to residents.
During the reporting period, the team at the center on Yaroslav Mudry Street provided comprehensive support to internally displaced persons (IDPs) and families facing difficult life circumstances.
Key areas of work included:
- Humanitarian and psychological support — 140 people received not only essential items but also the opportunity to talk, find emotional support, and relief.
- Hot meals for those in need — approximately 70 people regularly received full meals.
- Distribution of bread, clothing, and inclusive aids — assistance reached 150 individuals.
- Psychological support for the wounded at the city hospital — our specialists work directly with those who have experienced physical and emotional trauma.
- Delivery of medical equipment and necessary supplies to the hospital — to ensure doctors can provide timely care.
This area of activity remains a vital support for those affected by the war. We are grateful that you continue to stand by us and support this work.
The total amount of cargo delivered was approximately 4,000 kg.
Sofiivska Hromada
Distribution of bread to local socially vulnerable groups (SVG) and internally displaced persons (IDPs).
Assistance was received by 100 beneficiaries.
It is heartening that people take bread for bedridden patients and elderly IDPs who have difficulty traveling to the distribution site.
Everyone is very grateful for this help and care.
KAMYANSKE
Work of the volunteer center in Kamyanske district from April 28 to May 4, 2025:
- Transportation of humanitarian aid within Kamyanske city (both left and right banks).
- Transportation of volunteers.
- Delivery of bread across the city.
- Trip to Dnipro shelter with a mobile aid group for photo and video reporting.
- Distribution of seeds in the city of Verkhivtseve.
- Targeted delivery to a person with disabilities in Taromske.
Additional activities:
— Social wardrobe (clothing assistance);
— Bread distribution;
— Distribution of food packages;
— Distribution of seeds;
— Organization of charitable meals;
— Laundry services for IDPs and socially vulnerable groups;
— Massage services;
My name is Valentyna Pavlivna, I am 66 years old, from Pokrovsk city in Donetsk region. I arrived here with my husband on June 27, 2024, because it was no longer safe to stay — the shelling of our city was getting closer and more frequent. We have no information about our home. Currently, we are renting an apartment in Kamianske. I am very grateful to the “Step with Hope” foundation and the sponsors for the food assistance, without which life would be very difficult for us. I appreciate their care and support. May God protect you all.
My name is Lyudmyla, I am 56 years old and a resident of Myrnohrad city in Donetsk region. I arrived here with my son in December 2024. Our home was destroyed, and it was unsafe to stay, so we relocated to the city of Kamianske. Currently, we are renting an apartment.
I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to the sponsors for the wonderful glasses I received free of charge.
My name is Nadiya Borysivna. I am 63 years old. I came from Andriivka village (Karan station), Telmansky district, Donetsk region. I live with my daughter in Kamianske. Our home was destroyed, and there is nowhere to return to.
I am grateful to the sponsors who provide bread and humanitarian aid. Thank you very much for your service.
DNIPRO
We visited shelters for internally displaced persons in Dnipro and Pavlohrad. We brought food supplies, provided psychological support, and offered assistance with haircuts, massages, and the distribution of glasses.
For the period from April 28, 2025 to May 4, 2025
- People served: 7,950 individuals + 6,600 people received bread
- Distributed: 19,450 kg of food products
Operations were carried out in the following regions and cities:
Kherson Region: Kherson, Beryslavska Territorial Community
Donetsk Region: Kramatorsk, Sloviansk, Druzhkivka, Dobropillia
Kharkiv Region: Kharkiv, Kamiana Yaruga, Znamianka, Balakliia, Krasnohrad, Chuhuiv, Merefa, Pervomaiskyi, Izyum, Derhachi, Nova Vodolaha, Khotomlia, Lozova
Dnipropetrovsk Region: Samar, Kamianske, Synelnykove, Kryvyi Rih, Nikopol, Dnipro, Pavlohrad, Mahdalynivka, Radushne village, Inhulets, Shyroke, Oleksandriia, Zelene, Yuhok, Sholokhove village, Sofiivska Territorial Community, Mohyliv, Verkhnivtseve