October Report: KD’s Support for Ukraine’s Military
October was a busy period for the Kyiv Defenders team. We were actively working to support our defenders and implement projects in cooperation with our partners. Below we describe in detail the key achievements of the month:
Frontline Visits
In October, the team made three visits to the defenders. We delivered aid directly to the frontline, met with defenders to provide them with the necessary equipment and support. These visits allowed us to respond promptly to the military's urgent needs and ensure our assistance was impactful.
#KDCars Project
As part of the #KDCars project, 9 vehicles were delivered to the Armed Forces of Ukraine. These vehicles are already actively assisting in combat missions, providing mobility and support on the front line.
Media Coverage
This month, the team's activities were featured in several leading media outlets, including an interview on Kyiv FM's "Third Sector" programme and coverage by Vechirniy Kyiv. This media presence helped raise awareness about our initiatives and attract additional support.
Fundraising Success
We successfully closed a fundraiser for warm clothes and equipment for the military, raising 30,000 UAH. These funds ensured our defenders were prepared for the cold months ahead. A portion of the supplies was delivered directly into their hands.
In addition, a charity wine-tasting event helped raise 16,000 UAH to support the purchase of attack drones. We sincerely thank all participants for their contributions!
Auction for Defence
The team held an auction to further support the defenders. Thanks to all contributors, we raised additional funds to provide critical supplies and ensure the military could effectively perform their tasks.
Joint Projects with Partners
Kyiv Defenders collaborated with organisations such as "Narodna Samooborona Lvivshchyny" and IT company DataArt to deliver medical equipment and supplies to the military. Our longstanding partners at Ukraine Helfer also provided vehicles and other necessary items for the defenders. Together, we are making a difference.
Supported Units
This month, Kyiv Defenders provided assistance to 17 military units, including:
- 55th Artillery Brigade
- 110th Mechanised Brigade
- 127th Territorial Defence Brigade
- Intelligence Medics (Defence Intelligence of Ukraine - GUR MO)
- 100th Mechanised Brigade
- 210th Special Purpose Battalion "Berlingo"
- 82nd Air Assault Brigade
- 1st Tank Brigade
- 81st Airmobile Brigade
- 35th Marine Brigade
- 47th Mechanised Brigade "Makhura"
- International Legion
- 421st Special Operations Battalion
- 142nd Separate Rifle Battalion
- 112th Territorial Defence Brigade
- 113th Territorial Defence Brigade
- 206th Territorial Defence Battalion
Assistance Provided
The aid delivered to these units was based on specific requests and included a wide range of critical items:
- 9 vehicles
- Generators
- Charging stations
- Starlink satellite communication systems
- Electric ovens
- Computers
- Tools
- Hygiene products
- Clothing
- Food
- Isotonic drinks
- Medical equipment and supplies
- Other essential items
Financial Overview
- Collected: 452,261 UAH
- Spent: 633,552 UAH
Gratitude and Hope
These achievements would not have been possible without the support of our partners, contributors, and every caring individual who participated. We are deeply grateful for your trust and commitment to supporting our defenders. Together, we are making our defenders' lives safer and their winter warmer, while moving closer to victory.
Stay tuned for updates, and thank you for your unwavering faith in our mission.