NOVEMBER 2024 UPDATE
November 20, 2024
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The war in Ukraine has surpassed 1,000 days. A grim milestone. The war appears to have no end. The situation is becoming gloomier for Ukraine. abound. All this must be having an impact on the morale of the soldiers and the nation. In spite of these obstacles and the endless bombings, Ukraine’s determination and resolve remains.
We watch with deep respect and humility as our Kyiv office and coordinators continue their work supporting our orphans. They do this through constant bombings, sirens, blackouts, and leaving their homes for shelters.
We are completing the distribution of orphan stipends for the second half of 2024. We have received a $20,000 Grant from Baal Dan, the non-profit that vetted and recommended OAS to the Marketing Research Education Fund, who in turn provided us with grants for the last two years. We are immensely grateful to Baal Dan for the financial support they are providing. The grant money is being added to children’s stipends to help cover school supply costs.
We continue to transfer money to Ukraine via Self-Reliance NY Federal Credit Union. Self-Reliance continues to provide grants to cover the cost of the money transfers. We continue to be grateful to the dedicated staff at Self Reliance.
Our policy continues to be not to turn down anyone who requests our assistance during this dire situation in Ukraine.
We also continue to help soldiers returning home with debilitating medical conditions.
Only through the generosity of our benefactors, donors and sponsors are we able to perform this work.
We thank each and every one of you for continuing to support the work Orphans’ Aid Society is doing in Ukraine.
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Board of Directors
Orphans’ Aid Society
OAS ATTENDED BAAL DAN NETWORK EVENT IN NYC
On September 19, 2024 Baal Dan held their annual Networking for a Cause event in New York City. Baal Dan holds their event yearly during United Nations General Assembly Week. As in previous years, OAS was invited to participate.
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Baal Dan is a Charity providing aid to local grassroots organizations in developing countries that help impoverished and needy children. Since its inception in 2005, Baal Dan has helped thousands of children in 12 countries.
OAS and Baal Dan formed a relationship in the summer of 2022 when Baal Dan was requested by another charity, Marketing Research Education Foundation, to vet suitable Ukrainian charities that help children.
MREF and Baal Dan have maintained a close relationship for years. OAS has benefited from their relationship, first with multiple grants from MREF and this year, a $20,000 grant from Baal Dan.
We are extremely grateful to MREF for their past support and to Baal Dan for their current support of our organization and our orphans in Ukraine.
Board of Directors
Orphans' Aid Society
Consider a Bequest to OAS in your Estate Planning
HELPING ORPHANS SINCE 1992
With over 25 years of experience, the Orphan's Aid Society (OAS) has been providing relief for the orphans of Ukraine, helping them gain independence and lead productive, fulfilled lives.
Learn more about the history of the organization and what we do.
Please reach out to us directly to inquire about orphans currently available for sponsorship.
Read about our various branches, programs, and sponsorship types.
Our Fallen Members
Lucy Lebedowicz – Board Member
Halyna Mohylnytzka – Coordinator for Odessa
Halyna Antonenko – Coordinator for Mykolayiv and Kherson
Nadia Holobyn – Coordinator for Ivanofrankivsk
Pavlina Kirienko – Coordinator for Brovary
“Never to be Forgotten”
in memoriam
MARIA JOWYK
May Her Memory Be Eternal.
Maria Jowyk founded Orphans Aid Society in 1992 to aid and support orphans in Ukraine. Over the years, through Maria Jowyk’s hard work, OAS grew into a grass roots organization throughout Ukraine. Thousands of orphans became recipients of Maria Jowyk’s love and care. They received monetary aid, clothing and support. Many finished higher education, became professionals, and went on to lead full, productive lives. As a result of Maria Jowyk’s dedication, persistence, and love for Ukraine, Orphans Aid Society thrives to this day, continuing her great legacy.
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Board of Directors
Orphans Aid Society
Maria Jowyk, OAS Founder