Fundraising Projects

A Scout is a friend to all, and a brother to every other Scout, no matter to what country, class or creed the other may belong

Last summer, members of Bellaire Seafaring Youth had the life-changing opportunity to spend time with Scouts from the National Scout Organization of Ukraine (NOSU). We shared stories around campfires, worked together on service projects, and formed bonds of friendship that transcend geography. We saw firsthand their resilience, their humor, and their unwavering commitment to the Scout Oath.

Because of those personal friendships, the news of the ongoing energy crisis in Ukraine isn’t just a headline to us—it’s about people we know and care for. When we heard that our friends were facing multi-day blackouts and freezing temperatures, we knew we had to act.

Bellaire Seafaring Youth is proud to stand in solidarity with our friends at the National Scout Organization of Ukraine (NOSU). As the energy crisis continues to impact communities across Ukraine, we are joining forces to ensure that local Scout centers can provide life-saving warmth and light to those who need it most.

Bring Light: Scout Emergency Hubs in Ukraine

Help us turn Scout centers into warm community sanctuaries for families facing blackouts.

The Challenge: Cold and Darkness

• Regular power and heating outages in Kyiv, Dnipro, and Odesa have left thousands of families in a critical situation. Without electricity, people cannot stay warm, access hot water, or keep their phones charged for safety and communication. While public "resilience points" exist, they are often too far for neighbors to reach during long outages, especially for the most vulnerable.

Our Solution: Local "Warming Hubs"

• Scout centers are already trusted pillars of the community. We are equipping 6 Scout centers to serve as local emergency hubs:

  • 3 in Kyiv 

  • 2 in Dnipro

  • 1 in Odesa 

Each hub will provide a heated safe space, hot drinks, and charging stations, all managed by trained Scout volunteers.

How Your Donation Will Be Used

Our fundraising goal is $18,000. Every dollar raised goes directly toward material support and infrastructure:

• Power & Light: Autonomous power stations, batteries, lamps, and extension cords.

• Warmth & Nutrition: Thermo-Pots, electric kettles, and basic kitchen sets (tea, coffee, cups).

• Logistics: Delivery and installation of equipment across the six centers.

• Volunteer Training: Preparing 30–40 Scouts to assist children, the elderly, and people with disabilities during crises.

The Impact: By the Numbers

Your support transforms these spaces into life-saving resources for over 2,000 people:

• 2,500 people per month will receive basic support like heat and power.

• 150–300 children monthly will have a warm, safe place to stay and study.

• 132,000 community service hours will be dedicated to this mission.

• Long-term Resilience: These centers will remain ready for any future emergencies.

Fundraising Link : https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/bring-light-scout-emergency-hubs-in-ukraine