History of the fund
The history of the foundation began in 2019, when a public organization was created Center for Social Development "Initiative" in order to implement social projects. Despite the quarantine restrictions, the organization successfully implemented several projects - "Road culture" (promoting the safety of road culture among young people), "Greening of Ukraine" (a large-scale project aimed at restoring the ecosystem of Ukraine and the world), "British format of parliamentary debates" (encouraging young people to teamwork and at the same time develop oratory and analytical skills), a series of pilot trainings for teenagers on information security, ZIEIT CYBER CUP (on December 14, 2019, ZIEIT University held a Dota 2 cyber sports tournament on professional gaming equipment), "Debates about the past so as not to lose the future" (conducted in the British format of parliamentary debates as an intellectual team game among students).
With the beginning of the full-scale invasion of the Russian Federation in Ukraine, a project of an unofficial association of volunteers was launched on the basis of the public organization "Center for Social Development "Initiative"Volunteer gang "What are you, uncleDuring 2022, volunteers actively supported the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the IDPs - more than 50 units received support during the full-scale invasion.
In July 2022, the "UA FREE" foundation was created, which united under its roof the work of volunteers of the project "What are you, Uncle?". Since January 2023, the foundation continues to actively support the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the defense of our country. The fund raises funds for the needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and IDPs.
The main direction of the fund's work is the Zaporizhzhia region, as well as subdivisions in the East of Ukraine.
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"What are you, uncle": how a volunteer "gang" from Zaporozhye helps soldiers on the front lines
More than three dozen cars, as well as walkie-talkies, thermal imagers, body armor and medical equipment. All this has already been handed over to the Armed Forces of Ukraine by Zaporizhia volunteers from the association, with the ironic name "What are you, uncle".
More than three dozen cars, as well as walkie-talkies, thermal imagers, body armor and medical equipment. All this has already been handed over to the Armed Forces of Ukraine by Zaporizhia volunteers from the association, with the ironic name "What are you, uncle".
It's time to give out stones": how a designer from Zaporozhye became a medical volunteer
Serhiy Matviets is a Zaporizhia designer, traveler, and now a medical volunteer. After the start of a full-scale invasion, he realized that he could be useful, and now he is queued up, because he can get a unicorn if he saves the lives of our defenders
Serhiy Matviets is a Zaporizhia designer, traveler, and now a medical volunteer. After the start of a full-scale invasion, he realized that he could be useful, and now he is queued up, because he can get a unicorn if he saves the lives of our defenders
"What are you, uncle?": how a volunteer gang from Zaporozhye helps the military.
They buy and transfer cars, generators and walkie-talkies, collect military first-aid kits and make chemical heaters - and this is only part of the assistance to the Ukrainian military from volunteers from Zaporizhzhia. They jokingly call themselves a gang. They united to help the military in the spring of last year. And it all started with a chat with the name-meme "What are you, uncle?".
They buy and transfer cars, generators and walkie-talkies, collect military first-aid kits and make chemical heaters - and this is only part of the assistance to the Ukrainian military from volunteers from Zaporizhzhia. They jokingly call themselves a gang. They united to help the military in the spring of last year. And it all started with a chat with the name-meme "What are you, uncle?".
Volunteers brought 55 euros worth of cars for the military from Germany to Zaporizhzhia
Volunteer association "What are you, uncle?" for the fifth time since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, he is importing a batch of cars from abroad for the needs of the military. This time, the volunteers personally selected and drove 12 purchased cars and two "ambulance" cars for the Armed Forces, donated by Denmark and Poland, from Frankfurt and Berlin. 061 tells the story of volunteers with dozens of congregations behind them, a strong team of like-minded people and an important goal.
Volunteer association "What are you, uncle?" for the fifth time since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, he is importing a batch of cars from abroad for the needs of the military. This time, the volunteers personally selected and drove 12 purchased cars and two "ambulance" cars for the Armed Forces, donated by Denmark and Poland, from Frankfurt and Berlin. 061 tells the story of volunteers with dozens of congregations behind them, a strong team of like-minded people and an important goal.
Zaporizhia volunteers brought 8 cars to the front
When the money arrived, somewhere in the middle of February, we started to prepare. We prepared the documents, submitted them to the OVA, so that they would open the "Shlyah" to us, and we were already driving according to the order. They drove us 4 jeeps and 4 trucks. Now these 8 cars have been driven and we already have a new queue of 5 cars
When the money arrived, somewhere in the middle of February, we started to prepare. We prepared the documents, submitted them to the OVA, so that they would open the "Shlyah" to us, and we were already driving according to the order. They drove us 4 jeeps and 4 trucks. Now these 8 cars have been driven and we already have a new queue of 5 cars
For the Zaporozhye Terrodefense Brigade, the volunteer gang "What are you, Uncle?" is preparing a Mitsubishi pickup truck
Volunteer gang "What are you, Uncle?" is currently preparing another vehicle, a Mitsubishi L200 pickup truck, for transfer to the combat unit of the Zaporizhia Separate Territorial Defense Brigade. Since February, this will already be the eighth car that the volunteer gang sends to strengthen the defense capabilities of the Zaporizhzhia region.
Volunteer gang "What are you, Uncle?" is currently preparing another vehicle, a Mitsubishi L200 pickup truck, for transfer to the combat unit of the Zaporizhia Separate Territorial Defense Brigade. Since February, this will already be the eighth car that the volunteer gang sends to strengthen the defense capabilities of the Zaporizhzhia region.
International Volunteer Day was celebrated in Zaporizhzhia
Today, December 5, the whole world and in Ukraine in particular, the International Volunteer Day is celebrated. On this occasion, a solemn event was held in the regional center, which was attended by representatives of the Zaporizhia Regional Military Administration, public organizations, and charitable foundations.
Today, December 5, the whole world and in Ukraine in particular, the International Volunteer Day is celebrated. On this occasion, a solemn event was held in the regional center, which was attended by representatives of the Zaporizhia Regional Military Administration, public organizations, and charitable foundations.
"Volunteering found me by itself," the entrepreneur from Zaporozhye told how he and his friends help the army
Yuriy says that separation from his relatives became the biggest emotional test for him. At the same time, he is glad that he can not worry about them and devote all his free time to helping the army.
Yuriy says that separation from his relatives became the biggest emotional test for him. At the same time, he is glad that he can not worry about them and devote all his free time to helping the army.
The volunteer gang showed the people of Zaporozhye the most favorite car of the military
In a few days, the multi-functional Mitsubishi L200 military pickup truck will be transferred to the combat unit of the Zaporizhia Separate Territorial Defense Brigade. This was reported on the brigade's page on the social network. Today, military volunteers presented the most favorite car to Zaporozhians.
In a few days, the multi-functional Mitsubishi L200 military pickup truck will be transferred to the combat unit of the Zaporizhia Separate Territorial Defense Brigade. This was reported on the brigade's page on the social network. Today, military volunteers presented the most favorite car to Zaporozhians.
Zaporizhia volunteer gang: where it all began, a car record and adaptive underwear for the wounded
Volunteer gang "What are you, uncle?" Today, it is one of the most powerful and long-lasting volunteer associations in Zaporizhzhia. One of their main directions is the delivery of cars to the military. And with each new batch, volunteers break their own records for the number of cars.
Volunteer gang "What are you, uncle?" Today, it is one of the most powerful and long-lasting volunteer associations in Zaporizhzhia. One of their main directions is the delivery of cars to the military. And with each new batch, volunteers break their own records for the number of cars.
Is it easy to provide medical aid under shelling?
Fortunately, there are compassionate people in Zaporizhzhia who are ready to provide support. In particular, "Volunteer gang "What are you, uncle?". Since the beginning of the large-scale invasion, like-minded people have been collecting aid for the Armed Forces, police, ground defense, rescuers and medics. And recently, attention was paid to the residents of the zone of active hostilities.
Fortunately, there are compassionate people in Zaporizhzhia who are ready to provide support. In particular, "Volunteer gang "What are you, uncle?". Since the beginning of the large-scale invasion, like-minded people have been collecting aid for the Armed Forces, police, ground defense, rescuers and medics. And recently, attention was paid to the residents of the zone of active hostilities.
The volunteer "gang" from Zaporizhzhia makes chemical heaters for the military and shared the recipe for the invention
Winter and wet weather add to the difficulties of the military at the front. It becomes difficult to dry clothes, shoes and keep warm. But thanks to Zaporizhia volunteers of the gang (as they call themselves) "What are you, uncle?" our defenders now have chemical heaters that can be placed in a shoe, glove or pocket. This was reported on the website of Zaporizhzhya City Council.
Winter and wet weather add to the difficulties of the military at the front. It becomes difficult to dry clothes, shoes and keep warm. But thanks to Zaporizhia volunteers of the gang (as they call themselves) "What are you, uncle?" our defenders now have chemical heaters that can be placed in a shoe, glove or pocket. This was reported on the website of Zaporizhzhya City Council.
Pocket heaters: how quickly and cheaply volunteers from Zaporizhzhia produce chemical heaters for defenders
Volunteers buy ingredients for the production of chemical heaters themselves or receive them from partners
Volunteers buy ingredients for the production of chemical heaters themselves or receive them from partners
Charity lottery "Shota from the Raccoon" - people of Zaporozhye can win prizes for a donation
The main prize of the lottery is a book by Les Poderevyansky with his personal autograph. For the second place, the winner will receive the work of Vadim Mytkov - but which one, the winner will choose himself. The third winner will receive a wonderful raccoon hat, made by craftswoman Konfeta.
The main prize of the lottery is a book by Les Poderevyansky with his personal autograph. For the second place, the winner will receive the work of Vadim Mytkov - but which one, the winner will choose himself. The third winner will receive a wonderful raccoon hat, made by craftswoman Konfeta.
"They have a love for life." As a Danish musician in Zaporozhye, he helps children from the occupation
Danish musician Robert Yantsevich is volunteering in Zaporizhzhia for five weeks. The man came to Ukraine because of the war and the desire to help somehow. Robert got to know the children who had left the temporarily occupied territories and began to teach them how to play the guitar, English, and Thai boxing.
Danish musician Robert Yantsevich is volunteering in Zaporizhzhia for five weeks. The man came to Ukraine because of the war and the desire to help somehow. Robert got to know the children who had left the temporarily occupied territories and began to teach them how to play the guitar, English, and Thai boxing.
Zaporozhye is one of the main outposts of southern Ukraine. Now they are strengthening the defense there, and volunteers are making body armor and experimenting
Another large volunteer association in Zaporizhzhia calls itself "What are you, uncle?" and is engaged in experiments. In particular, they produce chemical heaters. For example, you can put them in your pocket to warm your hands.
Another large volunteer association in Zaporizhzhia calls itself "What are you, uncle?" and is engaged in experiments. In particular, they produce chemical heaters. For example, you can put them in your pocket to warm your hands.
The volunteer gang showed the people of Zaporozhye the most favorite car of the military
The Mitsubishi L200 pickup truck was shown to Zaporizhzhya residents by the charity organization "Volunteer gang "What are you, Uncle?" In a few days, the multi-functional Mitsubishi L200 military pickup truck will be transferred to the combat unit of the Zaporizhia Separate Territorial Defense Brigade. This was reported on the brigade's page on the social network.
The Mitsubishi L200 pickup truck was shown to Zaporizhzhya residents by the charity organization "Volunteer gang "What are you, Uncle?" In a few days, the multi-functional Mitsubishi L200 military pickup truck will be transferred to the combat unit of the Zaporizhia Separate Territorial Defense Brigade. This was reported on the brigade's page on the social network.
Resistance of Zaporozhye: "volunteer", emotional swings and aerial reconnaissance
Anton Kozyrev is one of the representatives of the volunteer gang "What are you, Uncle?", which helps the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the police, the TrO Forces, medics and rescuers. The volunteer association focuses on providing defenders with the necessary equipment, as well as medicines and medical means for rescue (tourniquets, stretchers, devices for operative surgery, etc.).
Anton Kozyrev is one of the representatives of the volunteer gang "What are you, Uncle?", which helps the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the police, the TrO Forces, medics and rescuers. The volunteer association focuses on providing defenders with the necessary equipment, as well as medicines and medical means for rescue (tourniquets, stretchers, devices for operative surgery, etc.).
Volunteers will organize a holiday for adults and children in the center of Zaporizhia
Volunteers of the Zaporizhia association ("volunteer gang", as they call it themselves) "What are you, Uncle?" will organize a real holiday for adults and children in Zaporizhzhia. There really is a reason for celebration. After all, finally the car, which was collected by the efforts of caring people, will go to the front line to our defenders - the Zaporizhia Territorial Defense Brigade. This is a real multifunctional military pickup truck.
Volunteers of the Zaporizhia association ("volunteer gang", as they call it themselves) "What are you, Uncle?" will organize a real holiday for adults and children in Zaporizhzhia. There really is a reason for celebration. After all, finally the car, which was collected by the efforts of caring people, will go to the front line to our defenders - the Zaporizhia Territorial Defense Brigade. This is a real multifunctional military pickup truck.
Volunteers drove a batch of cars for the military from Germany to Zaporizhzhia
According to the volunteers of the "What are you, uncle" association, this is the largest batch of cars that they have brought to Zaporizhzhia since the beginning of the full-scale Russian invasion. The car was bought for donations. The cost of the batch with delivery to Zaporizhzhia is about 40 euros.
According to the volunteers of the "What are you, uncle" association, this is the largest batch of cars that they have brought to Zaporizhzhia since the beginning of the full-scale Russian invasion. The car was bought for donations. The cost of the batch with delivery to Zaporizhzhia is about 40 euros.
Volunteers drove the largest batch of cars for the military from Europe to Zaporizhzhia
From Germany to Zaporizhzhia, volunteers of the association "What are you doing, uncle" drove 8 cars, which will be handed over to the military protecting the Zaporizhzhia area. This is the largest batch of cars that volunteers brought to Zaporizhzhia since the beginning of the full-scale invasion. The cost of a consignment of cars with a consignment to Zaporizhzhia is about 40 euros. The money was collected thanks to donations. Volunteers drove 4 jeeps and 4 Volkswagen transporter T4 buses to the order of the military. Jeeps were bought at a site near Berlin, buses - near Frankfurt am Main.
From Germany to Zaporizhzhia, volunteers of the association "What are you doing, uncle" drove 8 cars, which will be handed over to the military protecting the Zaporizhzhia area. This is the largest batch of cars that volunteers brought to Zaporizhzhia since the beginning of the full-scale invasion. The cost of a consignment of cars with a consignment to Zaporizhzhia is about 40 euros. The money was collected thanks to donations. Volunteers drove 4 jeeps and 4 Volkswagen transporter T4 buses to the order of the military. Jeeps were bought at a site near Berlin, buses - near Frankfurt am Main.
In Zaporizhzhia, volunteers showed the largest batch of cars that are given to the military
Another 8 cars for the soldiers of the Armed Forces of Ukraine were brought from Europe by representatives of the Zaporizhia volunteer association "What are you doing, Uncle". Today in Zaporizhzhia, they presented this batch of cars, which has become the largest for volunteers to date.
Another 8 cars for the soldiers of the Armed Forces of Ukraine were brought from Europe by representatives of the Zaporizhia volunteer association "What are you doing, Uncle". Today in Zaporizhzhia, they presented this batch of cars, which has become the largest for volunteers to date.
