Daily live in Kharkiv as a volunteer at Hell's kitchen.
July 11, 2026
Досвід волонтерів
Відкрийте для себе, що насправді означає волонтерство в Харкові Від приготування їжі для лікарень до адаптації до життя в місті поблизу лінії фронту, ця стаття охоплює все, що вам потрібно знати, перш ніж приєднатися до "Пекельної кухні".
June 12, 2026
Можливості волонтерства
Ukraine’s recovery is being built not only with bricks and mortar, but with the hands and hearts of volunteers. Every wall demolished, every roof repaired, every shelter opened is a reminder...
September 18, 2025
Since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion, Ukraine has faced devastating damage to schools, hospitals, and communities. Yet through the power of international volunteers and NGOs, hope is being rebuilt every day. One inspiring example...
September 16, 2025
When Kyiv is hit by another attack, the first to arrive—often even before the official rescue services—are volunteers. They aren’t called by authorities, they aren’t bound by contracts, and they don’t work for recognition...
August 11, 2025
Актуальні
When Russia’s full-scale invasion disrupted the lives of millions, volunteers from around the world stepped up to stand with Ukraine. Among them was Chris Corb, an American teacher working in Morocco, who found a way to support Ukrainian youth despite...
Saint Nicholas' Day, known as "Svyatogo Mykolaya" or "Den' Svyatogo Mykolaya" in Ukrainian, is a beloved holiday celebrated on December 19th in Ukraine. This festive occasion is unique in Ukrainian culture, blending religious significance...
November 8, 2024
Культура та історія
As of November 4, 2024, Ukraine continues to face ongoing challenges, with the conflict now in its 981st day. Despite these hardships, the spirit of volunteerism remains strong, with numerous...
November 4, 2024
This article has been a long time in the preparation. In early February, I worked for a few days at the Kyiv Kitchen Hub "Ants" in Kyiv and met K and O, the two owners/principals. I intend to use K’s own words as much as possible in a Q and A format...
April 16, 2024
Приєднуйтесь до Уляни, української волонтерки, у дослідженні України за межами типового волонтерського досвіду. Від яскравих музичних сцен до історичних театрів, традиційних ринків та захоплюючих художніх галерей, відкрийте для себе багату культуру країни...
March 28, 2024
Interview with British volunteer Richard Woodruff by Olena Kolhusheva from Ukrinform.
March 2, 2024
A heartfelt interview with Richard Woodruff, a dedicated volunteer and founder of the organization Front Line Kit. Discover his motivations, the hurdles he's overcome, and the immense impact of his volunteering impact in Ukraine.
November 20, 2023
Since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the Scottish charity HopeFull (formerly Siobhan’s Trust) has been working 24/7 to bring pizza and positivity to the people of Ukraine. HopeFull has served up to 5000 weary people pizzas, hot drinks,fruit and snacks in one day, putting a smile on the faces of the most vulnerable people in Ukraine...
October 31, 2023
Following the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Nicolás felt a deep connection with the people of Ukraine, and flew all the way from Chile to Ukraine to volunteer. Now in Lviv, he is having the best time of his life and doesn’t want to go home! Read about Nicolás and his inspiring experience of volunteering below...
October 17, 2023
Every month, the charity Kyiv Kitchen Hub “Ants” creates and supplies meals to approximately 10,000 soldiers who have no facilities to cook. “We Work, We Get Tired, but We Know Why and Who We Do it For”.
October 6, 2023
At many centres across the vibrant city of Lviv, volunteers are working side-by-side to protect soldiers by weaving camouflage nets, a vital form of defense that keeps soldiers safe by concealing their positions...
October 1, 2023
Explore some popular Ukrainian superstitions to be aware of during your time in Ukraine...
September 27, 2023
A delightful journey with the "Beginning of Lviv" walking tour - key locations in the city center, all conveniently situated within a short walking distance from one another, ensuring an effortless and engaging exploration of Lviv's historical treasures...
September 19, 2023
The traumas of war have a life-long impact on a child’s social, emotional and educational development. In times of war, children and young people are therefore among the most vulnerable. Since the full-scale invasion of Russia in February 2022, hundreds of thousands of children in Ukraine have been exposed to deeply traumatic events...
September 11, 2023
Have you ever accidentally committed a social faux-pas when travelling abroad? It’s easy to do, as all cultures have unique social etiquette and preferred ways of interacting...
September 8, 2023
From coast to coast, Canadians are marking 32 years of independence with festivals and commemorations with over 40 different events.
August 29, 2023
Today, on Ukraine’s 32nd Independence Day, three Ukrainian women describe what independence means to them and we share some fascinating facts about Ukraine...
August 24, 2023
As we approach Ukraine's Independence Day on August 24, it is more important than ever to challenge Russian propaganda and remember the journey that brought Ukraine to independence in 1991...
August 22, 2023
Domivka Shelter in Lviv is home to over 1,700 wild, exotic and domestic animals. Rescued storks with broken legs or wings feed beside wild storks that have come to join them. In this blog, we talk to Victoria about the shelter’s mission, plans for the future and how volunteers can help - from near and afar.
August 16, 2023
Nadia travelled from Munich in Germany to volunteer at Front Line Kitchen. In this interview, she shares her experiences of volunteering, her impressions of Ukraine and her determination to return in the future.
August 11, 2023
The resilience of the Ukrainian people shines through, and there are meaningful ways we can contribute to their well-being and empowerment during these difficult times...
August 9, 2023
It’s important to know what to expect, how to stay safe and how to protect those around you. Here you can read about current laws, safety tips and how to be respectful during your time in Ukraine...
August 7, 2023
Практична інформація
In 2021, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy chose July 28th to celebrate Ukraine’s Statehood Day. This date has immense historical...
July 28, 2023
After more than 500 days, the relentless assault of Russia on the civilians and infrastructure of Ukraine continues unabated. The ongoing and immense toll of the war on the daily lives of the Ukrainian people...
July 20, 2023
Ukraine has a rich tradition of folklore, song and music, which have been transmitted in word and song from generation to generation...
July 17, 2023
Ukrainian is a beautiful, melodic language that is more than seven centuries old and spoken by 46 million people. In this blog, we introduce our Ukrainian teacher, Oksii...
July 11, 2023
Мова
What is this powerfully symbolic trident and what does it mean for Ukraine and its people? The history of the Tryzub dates back long ago to the time of...
July 2, 2023
A recent UN survey reports that Ukrainian people believe that the most significant impact of the war is on their mental health. This is reflected in the voices that have emerged from Ukraine...
June 21, 2023
Eva-Maria Dempf describes her ten days volunteering in Lyiv as one of the most significant experiences of her life. In her blog, which you can read here, she shares her memories of the beautiful city of Lyiv...
June 19, 2023
In Ukraine, the act of donating blood is of vital importance, especially now. As the war with Russia continues to wreak havoc, the demand for blood transfusions has increased exponentially...
June 17, 2023
Known in Ukrainian as “Pekelna Kuhyna”, Hell’s Kitchen was co-founded by Yehor Horoshko in a hostel basement in space provided by the owner, Ivan Berezhny. From these humble beginnings...
June 10, 2023
Here we offer some tips on how to get around in Ukraine so that you can spend your time enjoying the sights rather than struggling to simply get from point A to point B...
June 8, 2023
In April 2023, Joel Rabinowitz volunteer from London came to Front Line Kitchen in Lviv, Ukraine, where he spent a week with a team of local and international volunteers from all around the world come together to prepare hearty and healthy meals...
May 23, 2023
Every year on the third Thursday in May, Ukrainians around the world celebrate Vyshyvanka Day, a colorful and festive event that celebrates Ukraine’s rich cultural heritage. On this day they celebrate the iconic Vyshyvanka...
May 18, 2023
So you’re ready to volunteer in Ukraine. You’ve got your flights booked, accommodations reserved, your visa and travel insurance sorted, but there’s one more challenge. What on earth would you pack when volunteering in Ukraine...
May 7, 2023
