Our member, Al Rocco, writes about a project with which he is involved:
“Edgewater resident and owner of “Dance with Me” dance studios, Sasha Chmerkovskiy, along with his sons – Maksim & Valentin Chmerkovskiy – have launched a massive donation effort to make a difference and help people on the ground in Ukraine. Baranova 27, the street address of the Chmerkovskiy family in Ukraine, is a 100% volunteer based initiative, has opened doors at 2060 Hudson Street in Fort Lee, NJ. Here, they accept donations of a range of items, which are specified on their website, here. [https://baranova27.org/ways-to-help/]They have a gift registry on Amazon under Baranova27, and you can contribute specifically needed items by purchasing them on the site. Alternatively, it is possible to donate cash. Details are also available on the site.Here is an updated list of items that would be particularly appreciated and can be placed in the box in the narthex of our church:
- Used cell phonesfor an orphanage in Ukraine (200 kids aged 7-17 to play games). 4G capable Smartphones (Samsung, Apple, OnePlus, Pixel, etc, iphone 6 or newer).
- First Aid Supplies (see the Amazon Gift List via their website for specific details).
- NEW clothing for children, women, and men all sizes: pants, shirts, underwear, socks, jackets, sweatpants.
- Non-English language specific toys (eg LEGOs)
- Diapers of any size Newborn to 5T.
- Wipes.
- Hygiene items: hair brushes, toothpaste, toothbrushes, razors.
- Feminine hygiene products Use the Baranova27 website to access the Amazon Gift List for medical supplies and to donate cash.
