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Ukraine at War – Update 13, 2026

Thanks for bringing HOPE to children in Ukraine

What an amazing response from the HART community to our Summer Camp Fundraiser! We are deeply grateful for every prayer offered and every gift given in support of HART’s Summer Camp programs.

Even as the war continues, your generosity will create places where children can simply be children again—safe places filled with laughter, friendship, encouragement, and God’s love. For many of these boys and girls, camp will become one of the happiest and most cherished memories of their year.

Yet the impact of camp extends far beyond a single week. In a caring, Christ-centered environment, children begin to rediscover hope, rebuild confidence, and experience emotional healing.

Because of your support, seeds of faith are planted, hearts are encouraged, and new possibilities for the future begin to emerge. Thank you for investing in their lives and helping shape a brighter future for the next generation of Ukrainians.

May God richly bless you for making this possible!

With heartfelt gratitude!

Sincerely,

Lloyd Cenaiko

President & Founder

May 2026 Summer Camp Fundraiser – Results

THANK YOU!!

We’re thrilled to report that, together, we have reached—and surpassed—our fundraising goal!

Because of your generosity, more than 7,000 children and youth across Ukraine will have the opportunity to attend camps where they can experience joy, healing, friendship, and the life-changing message of God’s love.

Congratulations to our “KEYS TO HOPE’ contest winners!

As part of our Summer Camp fundraiser, a member of HART’s Board of Directors conducted the official prize draw on Tuesday, June 2. We are grateful to everyone who participated and helped make this campaign such a tremendous success.

The winners of our three prizes are:

First Prize – Fairmont Hotel Gift Certificate – Winner: Bruce (from Calgary)
Second Prize – Westjet Flights – Winner: Donald (from Calgary)
Third Prize – Shell/Costco gift cards – Winner: Kathryn (from Kelowna)

One Child. One Sponsor. One Changed Future.

From an alcohol addiction to a father of 120

The story of Oleh Horiachenko reminds us that every act of generosity has a ripple effect. Support given by faithful donors travels across oceans, equips local churches, and ultimately reaches children and families who desperately need hope—changing lives today and shaping generations to come.

Videos

UKRAINE: The Country You Only Know from the Headlines

This Kyiv Independent article argues that while it may be too early to say Ukraine is definitively “winning” the war, there are growing signs that momentum on several fronts is shifting away from Russia. The piece pushes back against simplistic narratives and instead highlights a more nuanced reality: Russia remains dangerous and capable of destruction, but it is also increasingly strained economically, militarily, and politically.


Russian attacks former HART partner church…

On June 3, a massive Russian attack on Ukraine damaged homes, businesses, and a former HART partner church. Its Pastor, Anatoly Kalyushnvy, was a guest speaker at a HART Fall Dinner in Calgary, 10+ years ago.

Pray Together with Your Church, Family, and Friends for:

  • A just and lasting peace — that light would overcome darkness.
  • Defenders, veterans, prisoners, and their families — for strength, protection, and hope.
  • Christians and non-believers in occupied territories — for endurance under persecution.
  • The safe return of kidnapped children & healing for broken families.
  • Comfort for the grieving & restoration for the wounded.
  • Protection of cities, villages, and civilians from relentless attacks.
  • Global perseverance in standing with Ukraine during this long struggle.
  • Wisdom and courage for world leaders as they confront tyranny.