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Paying it Forward: Support for Ukranians. Rachael Ray, Andriy Futey & Joe Sullivan
Episode Description
A chef with a heart for service, Rachael Ray has made it her mission to help others. After 17 years of recording the Rachael Ray Show, she has now turned her attention to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, providing support and aid to those affected by the crisis. Joining forces with Andriy Futey, who leads the Ukrainian Congress Committee of America, and Joe Sullivan, CEO of the nonprofit Ukraine Friends, Rachael, and her partners work together to make a difference in the lives of struggling Ukrainians. Through their collaboration, they deliver vital assistance to individuals and families in need, regardless of politics, united by their shared belief in democracy.
A chef with a heart for service, Rachael Ray has made it her mission to help others. After 17 years of recording the Rachael Ray Show, she has now turned her attention to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, providing support and aid to those affected by the crisis. Joining forces with Andriy Futey, who leads the Ukrainian Congress Committee of America, and Joe Sullivan, CEO of the nonprofit Ukraine Friends, Rachael, and her partners work together to make a difference in the lives of struggling Ukrainians. Through their collaboration, they deliver vital assistance to individuals and families in need, regardless of politics, united by their shared belief in democracy.
This episode dives into the urgent need to help Ukrainian citizens who are struggling as a result of conflict. We must pay attention and open our hearts to learning what’s really going on – not just relying on mainstream media for information! Let’s come together in support, create change, donate and help.
Please note that some of the first-hand experiences recalled by our guests may be graphic.
Celebrity Chef Rachael Ray (center) helping and older teen teach a young student prepare American Chili during a cooking session at the St. John Bosco Orphanage in Lviv. Photo by Melanie Dunea, provided courtesy of Rachael Ray and Ukraine Friends.
Madina, 4 years old, is from the city of Dnipro and was dislocated with her mother to Lviv. She is seen eating ice cream from the new machine donated by Rachael Ray and Ukraine Friends. Photo Courtesy of Ukraine Friends
Support Ukraine
As we shed light on the urgent humanitarian crisis in Ukraine, let us remember the millions of Ukrainians who have lost their lives or been displaced from their homes, their resilience in the face of immense adversity, and the enduring human spirit. We invite you, our dear listeners, to take-action and play a part in helping. Whether it’s through donating via UCCA or Ukraine Friends, or raising awareness within your community, your contribution can make a meaningful difference in the lives of those who need it most. Together, let’s extend our compassion and support the resilient people of Ukraine.
About U.C.C.A
Established in 1940, UCCA unites and advocates in the name of nearly 30 fraternal, educational, religious, cultural, veterans and humanitarian organizations in the Ukrainian American community. UCCA maintains local all-volunteer chapters across the United States, with a national office in New York City, as well as a Washington, D.C. bureau, the Ukrainian National Information Service. UCCA is also a founding member of the Ukrainian World Congress (ukrainianworldcongress.org), the international assembly of Ukrainian public organizations representing over 20 million people, as well as a founding member of the Central and East European Coalition (ceecoalition.us), which coordinates the efforts of national ethnic organizations representing 20 million Americans.
UCCA donation link: https://www.mightycause.com/organization/Ucca
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Ukrainian Orphans received laptops donated by nonprofit Ukraine Friends, the Ukrainian Congress Committee of America, and celebrity chef Rachael Ray. Pictured behind students (From Left) are Ukraine Friends Co-founder Michael Sinensky, Rachael Ray, Ukraine Friends CEO Joe Sullivan and Father Andrei Bodnar, Director of the St. John Bosco Orphanage. Seated on the right is Andriy Futey, President of UCCA. Photo Courtesy of Ukraine Friends
About Ukraine Friends
Ukraine Friends is a non-government nonprofit established in response to the invasion of Ukraine, dedicated to acting urgently to provide the most critical forms of humanitarian relief directly to those in Ukraine who need it most.
Ukraine Friends donation link: www.ukrainefriends.org/donate
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Joe Sullivan, CEO of Ukraine Friends (center) with volunteers preparing Individual First Aid Kits (IFAKS) for shipment to the front lines. Photo courtesy of Ukraine Friends
Rachael Ray teaching Ukrainian orphans in Lviv how to cook “American” Chili. Younger children are learning alongside older ones who are training in the culinary arts. Photo by Melanie Dunea, provided courtesy of Rachael Ray and Ukraine Friends.
