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SOS Children's Villages & the Bennink Foundation Amidst the ongoing war in Ukraine, which daily disrupts the lives of countless children and families, SOS Children's Villages is dedicated to supporting the most vulnerable. In a collaborative effort with the Bennink Foundation, we are expanding our impact to assist them. Support in winter The SOS Children's Villages team tirelessly operates under challenging conditions. Russian attacks on the power grid, combined with harsh winters, leave many families unprotected against the winter. Thanks to the support of the Bennink Foundation, we extended our aid by providing vulnerable families with winter packages containing essential items such as heaters, carbon monoxide detectors, blankets, and power banks. These winter essentials are vital, as temperatures in Ukraine can plummet to -20 degrees Celsius. |
The Social Centre in Poltava
The Social Centre in Poltava opened on 1 August 2022. This Social Centre is a beacon of hope amid all the challenges displaced families are facing. Despite its location in eastern Ukraine near to areas recently occupied by Russia, Poltava is considered relatively safe. With the support of The Bennink Foundation the Social Centre offers tailor-made and comprehensive support and services to families and children like housing, food, hygiene, medical care, psychological assistance and basic amenities.
The centre has established a sensory room in Lubny and also operates a mobile team active in the region. The centre plans to open a child-friendly space in the city of Kremenchuk in October 2023.
Achievements in 2023
In 2023 the Poltava Social Centre provided services and support to a total of 2,462 families, equating to 6,722 participants. These participants include 1,802 boys, 1,865 girls, 139 children with disabilities, 79 children from alternative care families, 603 men, and 2,452 women.
Building a Secure Future
The generosity of foundations like the Bennink Foundation has not only directly assisted families but has also stimulated local economies and brought hope to those in greatest need. Thanks to this support, we can enhance the lives of children and families in Ukraine and offer them hope amidst challenges and adversity.
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The Social Centre in Poltava opened on 1 August 2022. This Social Centre is a beacon of hope amid all the challenges displaced families are facing. Despite its location in eastern Ukraine near to areas recently occupied by Russia, Poltava is considered relatively safe. With the support of The Bennink Foundation the Social Centre offers tailor-made and comprehensive support and services to families and children like housing, food, hygiene, medical care, psychological assistance and basic amenities.
The centre has established a sensory room in Lubny and also operates a mobile team active in the region. The centre plans to open a child-friendly space in the city of Kremenchuk in October 2023.
Achievements in 2023
In 2023 the Poltava Social Centre provided services and support to a total of 2,462 families, equating to 6,722 participants. These participants include 1,802 boys, 1,865 girls, 139 children with disabilities, 79 children from alternative care families, 603 men, and 2,452 women.
Building a Secure Future
The generosity of foundations like the Bennink Foundation has not only directly assisted families but has also stimulated local economies and brought hope to those in greatest need. Thanks to this support, we can enhance the lives of children and families in Ukraine and offer them hope amidst challenges and adversity.
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