Ukraine Crisis Response Fund
CWS established the Ukraine Crisis Response Fund to address the unique needs of Ukrainians displaced by Russia’s invasion. We are on the ground in the neighboring country of Moldova, where nearly 100,000 Ukrainian refugees are living with host families or staying in hotels, apartments and shelters. We are teaming up with local and international partners to reach Ukrainian refugees with food, shelter, hygiene supplies, vital information and other services.
The situation in Ukraine and neighboring countries continues to change, and the relief effort for displaced Ukrainians continues to evolve. CWS is committed to help ensure that Ukrainians who have been forced to flee from their homes have a safe, comfortable and dignified place to stay.
Review our emergency appeal for additional information.
Call on Congress to stand with vulnerable Ukrainians and uphold protections for displaced and at-risk populations.
Latest Stories & Resources
“I Finally Felt That My Voice Mattered”: How Oksana is Advancing Women’s Dignity in Ukraine
In the small coastal town of Chornomorsk, Ukraine, news spreads fast. For a person living with HIV, like Oksana, the fear of private life becoming public can feel debilitating. Oksana spent years trapped in self-stigma, afraid of being judged by her neighbors and wanting nothing more than to become invisible. Then, her biggest fear came true: during a visit to the local clinic, her doctor violated medical confidentiality, writing her …
Winter in Ukraine: Responding to Rising Food Insecurity on the Frontlines
As Ukraine braces for another harsh winter, food insecurity is surging—especially in frontline areas where conflict, inflation and energy poverty collide. CWS is committed to walking alongside vulnerable communities, ensuring access to food and dignity in the face of growing hardship. A Perfect Storm: Conflict, Inflation and Cold In Ukraine’s frontline oblasts, the convergence of war, economic instability and seasonal hardship is …
“The Road Is Made By Walking”: An Encouraging Re-Encounter
During a recent trip to Moldova, Rick Santos, President and CEO of Church World Service, reflected on finding hope through the resilience of refugees and communities served by CWS, including Natalia, a Ukrainian refugee whose journey of giving continues to inspire. Pictured above: Natalia poses with her children, reflecting joy and resilience in Moldova. Discovering Hope in Moldova In today’s …