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Nikita Gubenko


Nikita Gubenko, a first-generation American with strong Ukrainian roots, seeks support for transformative projects honoring Ukraine's War Heroes. Your donation will elevate their stories and support essential initiatives in Ukraine's border regions. Nikita needs to raise $5,000 to participate in a golf tournament and represent Ukraine. Join this empowering journey and make a meaningful difference for Ukraine's Heroes. Your generosity empowers Nikita as a Borderlands Foundation ambassador and contributes to positive change.

We, Vladislav Shapiro and Natalka Proskura, are representing Ukrainian Cultural Initiative at the Borderlands Charity Golf Tournament to support Ukrainian and American military veterans. We are both mathematicians, born in Kyiv, and currently live near Boston. Ukrainian Cultural Initiative was founded to support artists and humanitarian projects in Ukraine and to make the American community aware of Ukrainian artists achievements, thus introducing the country Americans support.
http://www.ukrainian-cultural-initiative.com/

Vladislav Shapiro and Natalka Proskura

We, Vladislav Shapiro and Natalka Proskura, are representing Ukrainian Cultural Initiative at the Borderlands Charity Golf Tournament to support Ukrainian and American military veterans. We are both mathematicians, born in Kyiv, and currently live near Boston. Ukrainian Cultural Initiative was founded to support artists and humanitarian projects in Ukraine and to make the American community aware of Ukrainian artists achievements, thus introducing the country Americans support.

Organization P.U.R.E

Scott Fox is a certified specialist in emotional freedom technique (EFT) and energy psychology. Scott and his organization P.U.R.E. help Ukrainians overcome stress induced by the war, using proven and effective methods of support and empowerment. For instance, Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), also known as "tapping". Your donation will assist P.U.R.E. in continuing to provide free psychological assistance to Ukrainians and expanding the aid program to improve the lives of those in need.

Scott Fox is a certified specialist in emotional freedom technique (EFT) and energy psychology. Scott and his organization P.U.R.E. help Ukrainians overcome stress induced by the war, using proven and effective methods of support and empowerment. For instance, Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), also known as "tapping". Your donation will assist P.U.R.E. in continuing to provide free psychological assistance to Ukrainians and expanding the aid program to improve the lives of those in need.

Roann embarked on a remarkable journey when she joined the United States Air Force in 1999. In 2014, Roann relocated to Pennsylvania, where she continued to serve until her honorable medical retirement in 2022, concluding a distinguished 22-year military career. Despite her personal challenges, Roann remains dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of military service members worldwide. Recently, she has expressed a strong desire to contribute to the ongoing struggle in Ukraine, leveraging her skills and experience in any way possible

Roann Leatz

Roann embarked on a remarkable journey when she joined the United States Air Force in 1999. In 2014, Roann relocated to Pennsylvania, where she continued to serve until her honorable medical retirement in 2022, concluding a distinguished 22-year military career. Despite her personal challenges, Roann remains dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of military service members worldwide. Recently, she has expressed a strong desire to contribute to the ongoing struggle in Ukraine, leveraging her skills and experience in any way possible

Roann Leatz

Project SIRIN is a joint Ukrainian / Western volunteer network filling supply gaps for mission critical equipment to Ukrainian special ops.

Since February 2002, we have supplied units of the SSO, SBU Alpha, GUR, and National Guard with over $3MM USD of night vision and now provide needs assessment and advocacy for government requests in many different categories.

Here you can check out the website and see more information — https://www.projectsirin.com

I am a U.S. Marine veteran and U.S. Navy civilian, additionally, I am a disabled veteran and have a passion for my fellow veterans.

My service as a Navy civilian has allowed me to support Ukraine in tangible ways and build personal relationships.

I desire to raise funds to support these Ukrainian Veterans and help them to improve their lives.

Roann Leatz
Roann Leatz

I am a U.S. Marine veteran and U.S. Navy civilian, additionally, I am a disabled veteran and have a passion for my fellow veterans.

My service as a Navy civilian has allowed me to support Ukraine in tangible ways and build personal relationships.

I desire to raise funds to support these Ukrainian Veterans and help them to improve their lives.

Roann Leatz

Volodymyr is a great supporter of Ukraine. It has been more than 4 years since he moved to the USA, but he never forgot about his roots, and his connection to the motherland remains as strong as possible.

What is really special about him is how much he cares. Volodymyr is always there to help out anyone who needs it. He really believes in what we're doing and wants to make the world a better place. At this challenging time, people like Volodymyr are a breath of fresh air for us.

We, Olena and Oleksandr Balbus, proudly represent the Ukrainian Sports and Cultural Initiative at the Borderlands Charity Golf Tournament to support Ukrainian and American veterans. We are the founders of the most popular Ukrainian radio station in the USA - URC Radio (https://urcradio.com), co-founders of the charity organization - innovative platform Ukrainian Roots Community (https://urclife.com) and the IT company BFG iTech (https://bfgitech.com).

Roann Leatz
Roann Leatz

We, Olena and Oleksandr Balbus, proudly represent the Ukrainian Sports and Cultural Initiative at the Borderlands Charity Golf Tournament to support Ukrainian and American veterans. We are the founders of the most popular Ukrainian radio station in the USA - URC Radio (https://urcradio.com), co-founders of the charity organization - innovative platform Ukrainian Roots Community (https://urclife.com) and the IT company BFG iTech (https://bfgitech.com).

Roann Leatz

My name is Michael Gurdo. As a former college player and coach, and having worked with professional teams, I was enriching, enlightening and helping students to learn more than the subject matter in front of them!

Also, as a former professional athlete, I was educated and trained in more than just my sport…to work as a team member towards the success of our goals! While playing, and later coaching, it was personal goal to continue educating and training others to succeed in whatever situaions they are faced with.

Yevgen Nemchenko and Benjamin Cunningham represent Conflicted Art at the Borderlands Charity Golf Tournament, supporting Ukrainian military veterans. Since the start of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Yevgen has taken steps to support Ukrainian artists with Conflicted Art, hosting local exhibitions as a means of cultural exchange. A critical goal is to raise funds for Ukrainian veterans and continue advancing international support for the nation amid the ongoing invasion.

Roann Leatz
Roann Leatz

Yevgen Nemchenko and Benjamin Cunningham represent Conflicted Art at the Borderlands Charity Golf Tournament, supporting Ukrainian military veterans. Since the start of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Yevgen has taken steps to support Ukrainian artists with Conflicted Art, hosting local exhibitions as a means of cultural exchange. A critical goal is to raise funds for Ukrainian veterans and continue advancing international support for the nation amid the ongoing invasion.

Roann Leatz

Raza Usman, the ambassador for the Borderlands Foundation, passionately supports Ukraine's fight for freedom. He believes that Ukraine is not only fighting for its own liberty but is also defending the important values of freedom and democracy that matter to the whole world. Raza sees this struggle as crucial, not just for Ukraine, but for everyone’s future peace and safety.

A history teacher by education, a person who knows how to work and study. Veteran of the war of Ukraine. I am a representative of the "Lobby Club" charitable foundation, Charitable foundation "LOBBY CLUB"/deputy manager for veterans' affairs. Wounded on June 11, 2023 during a counterattack. On that day I met death on a minefield. And now, on the anniversary of this day, on the other side of the earth, I will overcome 100 meters on one leg at speed. I will play golf with veterans to mark the end of my rehabilitation and help raise money for a good cause

Roann Leatz
Roann Leatz

A history teacher by education, a person who knows how to work and study. Veteran of the war of Ukraine. I am a representative of the "Lobby Club" charitable foundation, Charitable foundation "LOBBY CLUB"/deputy manager for veterans' affairs. Wounded on June 11, 2023 during a counterattack. On that day I met death on a minefield. And now, on the anniversary of this day, on the other side of the earth, I will overcome 100 meters on one leg at speed. I will play golf with veterans to mark the end of my rehabilitation and help raise money for a good cause

Roann Leatz

Roman H. Williams II, a Cold War Vet and Combat Vet, has a strong sense of the Ukrainian Humanitarian and Strategic value to the world. 

Roman has a familial legacy of defense company ops (Litton) and is committed to the support and freedom of Ukraine.

He is asking for donations to aid in the support of the noble and courageous Ukrainians.

I am a US Army veteran who served during the Vietnam war era as a parachute rigger for a Ranger Co in the MI Nat. Guard. After leaving the Army I entered the steel distribution business and still work in this industry today. In 1995 I founded Grand Steel Products, Inc which has grown thru the years to be a multiplant Company employing over 85 associates and distributing flat rolled steel to hundreds of Companies that use our products.

Roann Leatz
Roann Leatz

I am a US Army veteran who served during the Vietnam war era as a parachute rigger for a Ranger Co in the MI Nat. Guard. After leaving the Army I entered the steel distribution business and still work in this industry today. In 1995 I founded Grand Steel Products, Inc which has grown thru the years to be a multiplant Company employing over 85 associates and distributing flat rolled steel to hundreds of Companies that use our products.

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