Reposted from HRF’s newsletter!

As we approach the third anniversary of the brutal full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Vladimir Putin is ramping up his attacks on the country’s critical infrastructure. Hospitals, kindergartens, apartment blocks, electric grids, and power plants come under daily attacks, taking the lives of innocent civilians. Putin’s bombardments are meant to destroy Ukraine’s infrastructure and undermine Ukraine’s resolve to fight for its sovereignty and freedom. By attacking these targets, Putin seeks to deprive Ukrainians of access to essential things necessary for survival, such as heat, and force them into submission.
As we enter the winter season, HRF is stepping up to help Ukraine overcome the harsh realities of winter. We are launching a campaign to raise money for generators to make sure as many people in Ukraine as possible have access to energy, the Internet, and heat. Winters in the country can be particularly cold, with temperatures going as low as -30 degrees Celsius (-22 degrees Fahrenheit). For many, a generator can be the difference between life and death.
We hope you will consider donating to our new fundraiser, Power Ukraine. Together with our partners on the ground, HRF will purchase and deliver generators to at-risk communities in Ukraine. We will target regions located near the frontlines, which experience frequent shelling, airstrikes, and prolonged power outages.
Watch HRF’s video to learn why generators are important and how they keep Ukrainians warm and safe amid relentless missile strikes.
Together, we can help local residents there and alleviate the hardships they go through. Every donation counts, and will go a long way in saving Ukrainian lives.