The Rotary International Foundation has created a Ukrainian Disaster Relief fund
As world citizens we are all concerned with the events occurring in Ukraine and I have been asked by a number of people how we can help. The Rotary International Foundation has created a Ukrainian Disaster Relief fund if you are so inclined. Here is some information from their website:
"In addition to support provided through the Disaster Response Fund, the Foundation is coordinating with partners and regional leaders, exploring effective solutions to the increased humanitarian needs.
- We are in contact with the United Nations High Commission on Refugees – USA to prepare for and respond to the needs of those being displaced in Ukraine and to neighboring countries.
- ShelterBox, our project partner for disaster response, is in communication with Rotary members in Eastern Europe to explore how it may offer support with temporary transitional housing and other essential supplies.
- The Rotary Action Group for Refugees, Forced Displacement, and Migration is also mobilizing its resources to assist in this crisis.
More than 2 million people have fled Ukraine and are in dire need of emergency aid. The United Nations estimates that number could grow to as many as 5 million people displaced. Rotary clubs in Europe and around the world have stepped up their relief work, some working on the ground to help displaced families."
As a secondary option, our club board of directors are exploring the possibility of sending money directly to Rotary clubs in Poland to directly help with humanitarian needs. More information will come forward if this option comes to fruition.
How to donate:
- Go directly to the RI website https://www.rotary.org click the "donate" box in the right-hand corner. This takes you to another screen where you may choose the donation dollar amount via a credit card.
- Send a check directly to my address: 5735 Los Alamos Ct, Santa Rosa, CA 95409. Indicate in the memo: Ukraine and I will forward the funds to RI. (The payee should be Rotary International Disaster Relief Fund.)
As a side note: Any funds donated, can be used for Paul Harris recognition.
Please let me know if you have any questions or I can help in any way.
Yours in Rotary,
Shauna Lorenzen
Santa Rosa Sunrise Rotary Foundation Chair
