About us
Förderkreis der ukrainischen Veteranen Süd e.V. is a nonprofit association based in Heidelberg
We support wounded soldiers from Ukraine during their medical treatment, rehabilitation and integration in Germany. Our work is rooted in volunteering, solidarity and humanity
Activities & values
Our mission is to support wounded Ukrainian veterans during their medical treatment, rehabilitation and social integration in Germany.
Our activities:
Medical support
We support Ukrainian veterans at medical appointments, during surgery and rehabilitation, and provide interpreting assistance.
Rehabilitation and social integration
We help people settle into life in Germany — from managing everyday life to finding their professional direction.
Legal and administrative assistance
Support with applications, correspondence with authorities and legal advice in cooperation with specialists.
Public awareness and solidarity
Through events, demonstrations and campaigns, we draw attention to the situation of Ukrainian soldiers and raise public awareness.
Our values:
Humanity and respect
Every veteran deserves dignity, recognition and a helping hand.
Solidarity and togetherness
Together we can achieve more and stand side by side with those affected.
Transparency and responsibility
We handle donations and the trust placed in us with care.
Voluntary commitment
Our work is carried by volunteers who devote their time and energy to this mission.
A dedicated team supporting wounded Ukrainian soldiers in Germany.
Yevgenii Gryshaiev
Chair
As chair of the association, he coordinates all the activities of the Förderkreis der ukrainischen Veteranen Süd e.V. and represents the association externally. He maintains contact with hospitals, authorities and other organisations and ensures the strategic development of our projects.
Petro Bokanov
Deputy chair
He supports the chair in all tasks and oversees the practical implementation of our initiatives. He manages projects, organises events and is a point of contact for partners and volunteers.
Mariana Samokisch
Treasurer
She manages the association’s finances, processes donations and grants, and prepares budgets. Transparency and careful stewardship of the funds entrusted to her are her top priorities.
Liudmila Allmann-Bollinger
Interpreter
She accompanies our veterans to medical appointments and visits to authorities, ensuring smooth communication between Ukrainian patients and German specialists. Her language skills help us break down barriers.
Everyone can help.
Whether through a donation, volunteering or simply sharing our mission — your support improves the lives of wounded Ukrainian veterans and helps them find their feet in Germany.