What happened on 24th of February 2022 is impossible to believe. Russian tanks crossed the Ukrainian border, planes entered its airspace, missile launchers surrounded Ukrainian cities. Despite assurances from Kremlin-backed propaganda outlets, who call this a “special operation” – it is, in fact, the mass murder of Ukrainian civilians.
We stand in solidarity and support of the Ukrainian people and everyone affected by this war, and wish to use our platform to help. We call out to keep showing what is happening in Ukraine, keep showing the truth. This is a war in Europe, and Ukraine is stopping the force that may aggressively enter our homes anytime under the pretext of saving civilians. We have a resolving power to support those in need. Here is a list of useful resources from places to donate and find key information, to creative responses and fundraisers.
We want this list to grow, so if you’d like to suggest an addition please email margarita@forwardcreatives.com with the subject line Ukrainian resource list.
Creative Initiatives in Support of Ukraine
Art and cultural platforms, Galleries, Auctions,Collectives, Print Sales, where you can donate by purchasing art and support various creative initiatives.
Artist at risk – non-profit Organisation working to provide artists with emergency resources, travel aid, and residencies. donate here. If you are a cultural Organisation willing to host artists from Ukraine, fill out this form or write to this email: info@artistsatrisk.org
Buy NFTs to Save Ukraine and Stop War – 100% of donations’ proceeds go directly to the verified Ukrainian government crypto wallet.
Ukrainian Emergency Fund – provide support for independent artists, curators, arts managers, researchers, art writers and cultural NGOs in Ukraine;promote contemporary Ukrainian culture as a powerful instrument for strengthening Ukraine’s position among democratic nations of the world. Donate to support Ukrainian creatives.
Save Ukraine by Art – selling art by Ukrainian artists to save Ukrainian lives. All funds will go to Ukrainian humanitarian help.
Artists support Ukraine – is a cultural initiative from Ukrainian activists. Artists, curators and culture institutions from all over the world can help with their voice to stop Putin’s war against Europe and Ukraine by contributing art or posters.
Ptashka – is a visual arts initiative to support peace and people suffering from the war in Ukraine. They are still open for artworks submissions. Exhibition & charity print sale at Sheriff Gallery, 53 Rue de Turenne, Paris. 16.03.22 – 26.03.22
Double Dutch – pick one of these love, peace and support-themed cards to send to a person you love with a donation to care.org in support of Ukraine.
Spilka – is a collective, supporting Ukraine’s resistance by collecting art. All donations will go directly to people in need of aid.
Neu Workshop – all prints / artworks can be purchased via Paypal through the “Donate” links on this website. 100% of the profits will be donated to Voices of Children (psychological and psychosocial support to children), Vostok-SOS (assistance to victims of military aggression) and Libereco (humanitarian aid).
Self Service Magazine – all of their proceeds from the sale of the new issue will be donated to UNHCR The UN Refugee Agency.
Her Clique – presents the Artists for Ukraine fundraiser. Proceeds will benefit to @voices_of_children, which provides psychological and psychosocial support to children affected by the war in Ukraine.
Dust Magazine and Souvenir Official – a collaboration on a statement hoodie to express support for freedom in Ukraine. 100% of proceeds are going towards humanitarian aid for minoritised people and communities in Ukraine: KyivPride and Black Women for Black Lives.
Czwartek Gallery – here you can purchase Ukrainian artists’ prints for 60 EUR (plus shipment). All profits will be donated to Ministry of Health of Ukraine and the Red Cross to support doctors and hospitals and other causes advised by presented artists.
Pictures for purpose – a Print Sale Fundraiser for Ukraine. All prints 125 EUR. 10-24 March.
A.ID – is a cooperation of creatives from the field of design and others. All pieces are donations and for sale. The earnings will flow 100% into providing humanitarian aid to the people affected by the war in Ukraine.
Das Lot – Open Stage for Ukraine in Vienna for sharing, support, communication.
The Social Design Studio in Angewandte – opens space for Ukrainian students and all who cannot stay away from the war in Ukraine. Here you can talk, work on your own or join projects. The studio organises fundraising activities to help.
Thek – curatorial collective, raising donations by proceeds from their amazing T-shirts.
Harvey Lloyd screens – Edition of 100 screen prints by Sarah Boris. Proceeds will be donated to UNICEF Ukraine.
Free Ukraine T-Shirt by Anton Belinskiy – all proceeds go directly to Ukraine and support the production of clothing for people who have stayed in Ukraine and are defending their homeland. Pre-orders open until March 13.
Print Sale – charity sale to support women and children suffering from the war.
No one will be the same – Art residence program in Kyiv during the war for foreign artists and cultural figures.
Osnovy Publishing – buy a book and donate to Ukrainian innovative publishing house.
Hire people from Ukraine affected by war.
List of creatives – these artists agreed to donate their fee to support Ukraine. By booking creatives from the list you will support official organisations helping Ukrainian people.
Form for Companies hiring displaced people from the war in Ukraine – if your company can hire Ukrainian refugees, fill out the info at this link.
Hire for Ukraine – the attack on Ukraine has left thousands of talented creative and technical professionals without jobs or income. You can help them by hiring them.
UA Talents – fill out the form with a job posting and receive applications from talented candidates that fit the position and continue the hiring process. If you choose to support financially, UA Talents will donate the earned profits to Ukraine-related causes.
Job for Ukraine – if you can offer any kind of job (permanent, part-time or even one-time), please send an offer via EMAIL to 2022uajob@gmail.com.
Donate online
Supplies for the military
Ministry of Defense of Ukraine – the main governmental donation page for Ukrainian army Google pay, SWIFT.
Monobank (incl SEPA payments) – main digital bank of Ukraine Monobank offers SEPA fast payments alternative option in EUR/GBP for Ukrainian army.
Come Back Alive SWIFT, crypto, Patreon – Organisation helping Ukrainian army with gear, coordination, trainings, psychological help. Working since 2014.
VOSTOK SOS SWIFT – Volunteer initiative whose activists provide assistance to victims of the military aggression in the east of the country and in Crimea. East of Ukraine is one of the most damaged regions in Ukraine.
Humanitarian Help
Palianytsia – provides shelter for all refugees, food, psychological help, humanitarian aid, medications, organises and conduct civil patrolling of the streets. Credit card, SWIFT, Google pay, crypto.
United Help Ukraine – charitable Organisation receiving and distributing donations, food and medical supplies to Ukrainian IDPs, people of Ukraine affected by Russia’s invasion. Credit card, PayPal, Facebook donation option.
Sunflower of Peace – is providing medical and humanitarian aid to be used by the paramedics and doctors in the areas that are affected by the violence in Ukraine.
The Voices of Children Foundation – supports children with the psychological consequences of war.
CARE International – water, food, hygiene kits, and ongoing support for Ukrainian families. Credit card, PayPal.
Help Ukraine (many countries initiative) – Humanitarian and medical aid to Ukraine. Credit card, SWIFT.
OutRight Action International is collecting donations for organisations inside and outside Ukraine who are supporting LGBTIQ people in search of shelter, safety and security.
Revived Soldiers Ukraine – Rehabilitation help for wounded Ukrainian soldiers. Credit card, PayPal.
More:
UN and its agencies
Volkshilfe Vienna
Caritas Ukraine
Support Hospitals in Ukraine
Varified Crypto programs
Help individually
If you want to send money to someone in Ukraine directly – Wise (formerly transferwise) has removed all their transaction fees for transfers to Ukraine and money arrives in 30 minutes if you select debit card instead of account transfer.
Help and collection points in Austria
Postgasse 8, 1010 Vienna – collection of first aid tools, humanitarian aid, medicines, 08:00 – 20:00.
Metternichgasse 7/13, 1030 Vienna.
Volunteers in Graz – collection of humanitarian help. Brockmanngasse 97. 17:00-19:00.
Warhelp.eu – is mediation organisation of volunteers with the aim to help refugees from Ukraine. Founded by young creatives at Angewandte, the collective connects volunteers and raises funds for refugees.
University for Applied arts Vienna- collection of humanitarian help. Oskar-Kokoschka Platz 2. Contact person.
Vienna Hauptbahnhof – help with arriving refugees,coordination. Contact person.
Media/Info
Documentary Photographers who are currently working in Ukraine:
Emilio Morenatti, Evgeniy Maloletka, Mikhail Palinchak, Diego Herrera, Brendan Hoffman, Marcus Yam, Aris Messinis, Chris McGrath, Salwan Georges.
Useful Literature – a literary guide to understand Ukraine, past and present.
Photo evidence of crimes by Russian Federation
We are Ukraine – information about Ukraine’s contribution to freedom and lasting peace in the world. Learn about the Ukrainian nation, its resilience, and share the truth about the war in Ukraine.
Ukrainian MFA statements on the evacuation of African and Indian nationals.
Help for africans in Ukraine – all the necessary info, help with evacuation and documents. BFU has raised nearly $15,000 for Black and African students and foreigners escaping Ukraine and seeking aid to survive in Ukraine.