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Protect Ukrainians from landmines by donating

My wife's cousin is part of a demining group in Ukraine. They need new waterproof metal detectors.

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Protect Ukrainians from landmines by donating

Protect Ukrainians from landmines by donating

Protect Ukrainians from landmines by donating

Protect Ukrainians from landmines by donating

Protect Ukrainians from landmines by donating

My wife's cousin is part of a demining group in Ukraine. They need new waterproof metal detectors.

My wife's cousin is part of a demining group in Ukraine. They need new waterproof metal detectors.

My wife's cousin is part of a demining group in Ukraine. They need new waterproof metal detectors.

My wife's cousin is part of a demining group in Ukraine. They need new waterproof metal detectors.

Michael Elizarov
Michael Elizarov
Michael Elizarov
Michael Elizarov
1 Campaign |
Calgary, Canada
$541 USD $541 USD 20 backers
15% of $3,479 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal
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My wife's cousin is part of a courageous demining group in Ukraine, working tirelessly to make their homeland safer for all. As the seasons change, their challenges intensify, and they desperately need your help to continue their life-saving mission.

 

Why Your Help is Crucial:

While the world's attention often focuses on military support in Ukraine, the civilian needs are often overlooked. This demining group operates in some of the most dangerous territories, aiming to clear them of explosives and mines left behind after almost 2 years of conflict.

 

Their Needs and Goals:

1. Waterproof Metal Detectors: The team currently uses metal detectors that are over a decade old and nearly worn out. They require at least 4 new waterproof metal detectors, capable of functioning in harsh winter conditions. These detectors can be obtained for $415 CAD each, including taxes, plus $80 CAD for shipping to Ukraine.

2. Used Minibus: To move quickly and safely with their equipment, they need a used minibus, which typically costs between $2,750 CAD to $3,000 CAD. Currently, they rely on the kindness of others and organizations for transportation.

 

Our Fundraising Goals:

• Minimum Goal: $990 CAD for 2 new metal detectors, including shipment.

• Medium Goal: $3,740 CAD for a used minibus and 2 metal detectors.

• Maximum Goal: $4,980 CAD for a used minibus and 4 metal detectors (with $3,000 allocated for the minibus).

 

How Your Donations Will Make a Difference:

By providing new metal detectors and a minibus, you empower my wife's cousin and his demining group to save lives more efficiently and with reduced risk. Currently, large parts of Ukraine's liberated territories remain perilously contaminated with explosives and mines. Your support will enable these brave individuals to deactivate these deadly threats, making these areas safer for returning Ukrainian citizens.

To grasp the gravity of the situation, consider this: 3 out of 5 square kilometers of these liberated territories are laced with explosives and mines, with densities reaching up to 5 mines per square meter. This makes these regions almost uninhabitable and incredibly perilous.

 

Your Impact:

Your generosity will have a profound impact, potentially saving hundreds to thousands of lives over the next decade. Ukrainian men, women, and children who are returning to their homes after Russian occupation ended will be safer, thanks to your support. Your contributions will help prevent life-altering injuries and loss of life.

 

 

A Note on Safety:

We want to reassure everyone, including Russian citizens, that your donations are entirely anonymous when made through Indiegogo. Your personal information will not be disclosed to anyone.

Please consider contributing to this critical cause. Together, we can help this demining team continue their vital work and bring safety and hope back to Ukraine's liberated territories.

 

Thank you for your compassion and support.

Mikhail & Diana Elizarov(a)

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