“You don’t need big money or grand gestures to help someone. Just do not pass by when you can support even one person”

Mutual aid has long been a defining feature of Belarusian society. Belarusians quickly raise funds for urgent needs, help children and animals, and donate to initiatives that survive solely thanks to solidarity. This is crucial now, when support is needed almost everywhere.

In her new video, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya speaks about the importance of not turning away. She explains why even the smallest step toward charity makes a difference. It is essential that people do not stay indifferent and do not leave others alone in their hardship.

Below is a list of fundraisers shared by our partners that are still ongoing – and where your help can make a difference.

IMPORTANT: Do not donate to these fundraisers if you are in Belarus.

1. Urgent fundraiser for a summer camp for children of political prisoners, volunteer fighters, and activists
2. Aid for people with disabilities
3. Fundraiser for care packages to political prisoners
4. Personal fundraiser for actor Siarhei Tolstsikau, fighting an autoimmune disease in exile
5. Mentorship program for political prisoners (Volnyja)
6. School and kindergarten support for children of political prisoners
7. Support for the independent media outlet “Vitsebski Kuryer”
8. Monthly fundraiser for care packages
9. Gifts in exchange for donations to political prisoners
10. Support for Belarusian volunteer fighters in Ukraine