Convoy 51: Our 100th Vehicle and a Farewell to Taras
Convoy 51 is back. Two weeks after the car transporter set off, the main convoy left for Dmytriwka and Berestyn: a 40-tonne truck, a 9-tonne truck with a trailer (carrying four more trailers to be handed over), an ambulance, a patient transport vehicle and a fire engine. It was a journey of joy and of grief. The car transporter with seven cars had already left for Dmytriwka on 14 September. This car transporter with 7 cars set off almost three weeks before the main part of th
Oct 10
How We Support an Emergency Kitchen in Ukraine
As previously reported on several occasions, our association supports an emergency kitchen in Berestyn. Emergency kitchens primarily prepare shelf-stable, high-calorie meals to provide swift and uncomplicated aid to emergency responders as well as the civilian population persevering in frontline settlements. Once prepared, the meals are vacuum-sealed and, when needed, transported directly to people sheltering in bunkers, basements, and forward protection zones. In some cases,
Sep 14
Convoy 51 is slowly taking shape: Preparations for our next aid transport are in full swing
Since the beginning of the war, our organization has regularly delivered aid supplies directly to Ukraine. Our 51st convoy is now scheduled for early October. As always, a great deal of organization and logistics lies behind the preparations. Over the past days and weeks, diligent sorting, packing, and loading have already been underway. Most of the aid supplies have already been safely stowed on pallets and in the truck. We will give you a detailed look at the cargo and the
Sep 8
Thank you, Taras ✝
Today, news reached us that shakes us to our core and pulls the rug from under our feet: Our close companion and dear friend Taras Didych, head of the Dmytrivka community, was killed in a Russian attack. His death reflects his tireless character in a tragic and painful way: As reported by the chairman of the regional council, Taras did not hesitate for a second following a missile strike near Dmytrivka and immediately drove to the scene to coordinate local relief and rescue e
Aug 30
Wärme und Licht für die Ukraine: Grabenkerzen MADE IN SANKT AUGUSTIN
Trench candles (also known as tin-can lights) are simple but effective sources of heat. Made from empty food cans, tightly rolled corrugated cardboard, and recycled candle wax, they burn reliably for several hours even in strong winds and deep sub-zero temperatures. They provide vital warmth, make it possible to heat meals or tea/coffee, and offer an essential source of light in places where, for example, the power supply has been destroyed by attacks. Useful even in summer.
Jul 28
We can accept summer clothing again
We are once again looking for clean, well-maintained clothing, shoes, and bedding. FOR NOW, PLEASE DONATE ONLY SUMMER CLOTHING! Thank you for your help!
Jul 8
Rolling Art for a Good Cause: A Truck Becomes a Canvas
There is a new, colorful eye-catcher on the streets of Sankt Augustin. As part of the project week "Wertes Europa – Europas Werte" (Values of Europe – Europe’s Values) at the Albert Einstein Gymnasium (AEG), a very special work of art was created through a collaboration between students, graffiti artist Markus Salgert, and our association Sankt Augustin and friends hilft e. V. A Sign for Europe and Local Support A total of 19 students from grades 9 to 12 swapped their classro
May 11
Blue Lights Without Fear: When the Ambulance Becomes an "Explorer Mobile"
It’s well known that our association is passionately committed to providing aid in Ukraine. However, amidst all the hustle and bustle, our local activities sometimes fly under the radar. Today, we want to give you an insight into a passion project we’ve been implementing with local kindergartens for several months. A Spirit of Discovery Instead of Fear An ambulance with flashing blue lights and sirens can be intimidating for children. Our goal is to take away that fear be
May 6
Convoy No. 49: Obstacles at the Border
Relief missions to Ukraine are anything but routine, even in 2026—they remain a massive logistical challenge every single time. Our latest Convoy No. 49 proved this more clearly than ever. Despite bureaucratic hurdles and days of delays, we made it: the essential goods have finally reached their destination. When Bureaucracy Slows Down Aid Our team was originally scheduled to be on the road much earlier. However, new transport regulations for second-hand textiles in Poland f
Apr 16