The “Protect Our Heroes: PPE for Zaporizhzhia” campaign aims not only to supply essential PPE but also to rally community support and awareness for the vital work being done near the frontlines by healthcare professionals under extreme and dangerous conditions.
The goal
Our goal is to raise $12,000 to ship 21 pallets (about 6 tons) of essential medical PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) to the medical units in 2 brigades in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine. These high-quality PPE supplies are donated to UDS and ready for shipment from the warehouses in Bremerton, WA.
We are planning to support the following Brigades:
A7037 – 109th Donetsk Separate Territorial Defense Brigade
A7038 – 260th Zaporizhzhia Separate Territorial Defense Brigade “Khortytsia”
Why Medical Supplies Are So Important for Ukraine
The health crisis in Ukraine is not just a byproduct of war; it is the result of a systematic campaign targeting the healthcare system itself. Russian strikes deliberately target civilian medical infrastructure, turning the simple act of providing care into a deadly mission:
Targeting Hospitals and Clinics: Hundreds of medical facilities, maternity wards, and trauma centers have been directly bombed or shelled by Russia. Surrounding hospitals operate far beyond capacity, treating influxes of patients while under constant threat of bombardment.
Destruction of Medical Warehouses: Strategic strikes routinely target central pharmaceutical hubs and medical storage facilities, wiping out critical stocks of insulin, antibiotics, and surgical gear before they can reach patients.
Attacks on First Responders & Medics: Emergency service workers, paramedics, and ambulance crews face extreme danger. Medics are targeted in the field, and “double-tap” strikes frequently hit emergency crews as they arrive to rescue victims.
Our partners: the donors and distributors
Our partner: Help Ukrainian Hospitals, Inc. (HUH)
HUH is a 501c3 0rgainization EIN is 88-1225909
HUH has several years of experience fundraising for medical support in Ukraine. They will receive and be responsible for all coordination and logistics following delivery by Meest International. They have an office in Ukraine and are well connected to the military medical community in Dnipro and Zaporizhzhia. The details of the campaign are here https://helpukrainianhospitals.com/ppe4ukraine/
The PPE supply donor is located in Kitsap County, Washington State
Ukraine Defense Support and Help Ukrainian Hospitals have secured a donation and logistics of 7 tons of personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves, gowns, disinfectant supplies and more.
Every day, Ukrainian medics and healthcare workers near the front lines put themselves at risk to save lives. They treat wounded soldiers and civilians under incredibly difficult conditions, often with limited supplies.
A thin line separates safe care from dangerous exposure for wounded patients, medics, nurses, and doctors, and protecting it can save lives. That is why basic disposables such as clean gloves, examination gowns, and disinfectant wipes play an easily overlooked but vital role in preventing infection.
Help us provide PPE for brave Ukrainians fighting for their freedom!
Disclaimers
- Ukraine Defense Support is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization (EIN 92-2693929). UDS is composed entirely of unpaid volunteers. 100% of your donation will go toward supplying critical aid.
- Ukraine Defense Support provides non-lethal equipment to Ukrainian defenders that helps save their lives.
- Ukraine Defense Support does not and never will purchase, transport, or otherwise handle military weapons.
