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Archeparchy Fundraiser to Sponsor a Semi Truck of Food and Relief for Displaced Families in Kharkiv Continues

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On August 10, the Archeparchy of Winnipeg launched a special appeal to provide immediate humanitarian
relief to internally displaced people (IDPs) affected by the war in Ukraine, which will end on September 27.

During a personal visit to Kharkiv from July 19–21, I met with Bishop Vasyl Tuchapets, exarch (bishop) of
Kharkiv, and dedicated volunteers who work tirelessly to distribute emergency aid to displaced families.
Seeing their efforts firsthand highlighted just how immense and urgent the need is—especially with winter
approaching soon.

In the Kharkiv region, over 520,000 people have been forced from their homes due to the war—with over
200,000 displaced individuals in the city of Kharkiv alone. As families continue to arrive daily from dangerous
frontline villages and towns, basic survival items remain in critical demand.

Every Thursday, between 1,500 and 2,000 people gather at St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral in Kharkiv
seeking assistance, particularly food, medicine, clothing, shoes, and other basic necessities.

Our Goal & The Plan

We are raising $30,000 to fund a full semi truck load (several tons) of essential supplies, including bulk food
items, baby food, and other basic necessities. (Nota Bene: If we raise enough for two or three trucks, we will
buy more supplies.)

Parish Collections: Special collections are taken across all Archeparchy parishes through Sunday, September
27.

Direct Impact: In October, 100% of the funds will be transferred via CNEWA (Catholic Near East Welfare
Association) directly to Bishop Vasyl Tuchapets in Kharkiv, who will purchase the necessary food and supplies
locally.

Long-Term Relief: Purchasing these supplies directly in Ukraine avoids shipping delays and will provide enough
provisions to sustain thousands of displaced individuals at the Cathedral for a few months.

How You Can Help

Please consider making a generous donation to help us reach our $30,000 goal. Your gift is a direct,
meaningful way to stand in solidarity with the Ukrainian people and offer tangible relief to families who have
lost everything.

To make a donation, you may:

  • Place your donation in the Sunday collection basket using an envelope marked “Kharkiv Aid”; (make
    checks payable to your local parish);
  • E-Transfer: Send funds to finance@archeparchy.ca and include “Kharkiv Aid” in the memo line;
  • Credit & Debit Cards: Visit the Donate page on the Archeparchy of Winnipeg website:
    https://archeparchy.ca/support/, and select “War in Ukraine Crisis Appeal” in the “Fund” section.
  • Cheque: Write to Ukrainian Catholic Archeparchy of Winnipeg, add “Kharkiv Aid” in the memo line
    and mail it to: 233 Scotia Street, Winnipeg, MB R2V 1V7

Deadline: September 27

Thank you for your ongoing prayers, generosity, and unwavering support for those in need.

September 17, 2026

Most Rev. Andriy Rabiy
Archeparchial Administrator

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