Ukraine Assistance Organisation
by Benjamin Cook
I know, you’re swarmed with requests for donations and help - and that from ‘all the possible corners of this planet’, these days. And, yes: it’s nothing but frustrating to say it, but: due to systemic incompetence of the Ukrainian political- and military-leadership, there’s ever more need in the country. Thus, please, be so kind, help Benjamin’s charity Ukraine Assistance Organisation.
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Your Generosity is Making a Real Difference in Ukraine
Thanks to your support, UAO (Ukraine Assistance Organization) has been able to provide life-saving medicine to some of Ukraine's most vulnerable people. Your donations have a direct impact, and we are deeply grateful for your generosity. You are helping a small charity. Not a mega-charity with bloated salaries and marketing budgets. Your donation, no matter the size, is noticed.
In recent months, we’ve expanded our mission to address an urgent, unmet need: helping people with disabilities. Recognizing this gap, members of our team have begun learning sign language, and we’re growing both our staff and our reach to ensure we can serve as many people as possible. This work is vital, but we need your help to keep it going.
Last time I reached out, you helped us raise over $2,500. I’m asking you to join us again in meeting—and exceeding—that goal. Winter in Ukraine is brutally harsh, made worse by an enemy that intentionally targets infrastructure. For many, the cold season brings not only freezing temperatures but also uncertainty about essential needs like medicine. Even our staff faces challenges, from sourcing supplies to ensuring their own salaries.
If you’re reading this, I know you care deeply about Ukraine and are likely already contributing in some way. Thank you for that. But I’m asking you to do just a little more. Together, we can make an even bigger impact. Donate Now. Click Here.
Follow the link below to donate whatever you can. As always, I take no salary from this charity—100% of your donation goes directly to helping Ukraine (minus the inevitable bank fees, because heaven forbid the banks go hungry or cold!).
Thank you again for your kindness and generosity. Your gift truly matters and will make a tangible difference in the lives of those who need it most.
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Our team works very close to the front. Too close. They work in southern Kherson and Mykolayiv. Over the river, in occupied Ukraine, there is constant fighting. Enemy drones and artillery target civilians and aid workers back across the river. Here is a recent Instagram post about a trip to Kherson:
There is a fully developed Ukrainian Sign Language (USL) that is specifically designed for the Ukrainian language and culture. It plays a vital role in the lives of Deaf Ukrainians, providing them with a unique and complete linguistic system to communicate effectively:
Thank you,
Benjamin Cook
Co-Founder of UAO
Contributor to Tom Cooper’s Sarcastosaurus
Thanks for this. I think it is important to support both the civilian and the military in Ukraine. I will say Tom’s Rickshaws has the coolest name though, but thank you for your work no matter. And I wish you all a merry Christmas!
Here is an update. You guys have been amazingly generous. We have raised over $1600 for the people of Ukraine. To put that in perspective that will help about 75 people get the medicine and care they need. Thank you very much!