New hope for Sergey

Sergey Osipov is one of the Ukrainian refugees who was forced to leave their homes, livelihoods, and loved ones when the armed conflict between Ukraine and Russia intensified in February.

Still in shock, Sergey couldn’t help but tear up as he recalled the life he abandoned in search of safety, “It’s depressing to be separated from loved ones and to leave my house and all our livelihood in Ukraine.” He lamented, “That’s where I spent my whole life until now that I am old. I never imagined that this war with Russia could happen.”

Sergey and more than 3,000 families temporarily found shelter at PTAK Center, one of the largest refugee shelters in Poland. Help from neighboring countries flocked to PTAK Center, but as they continue to house thousands of individuals, they worry that supplies would only last for a few weeks.

Responding to their call, Operation Blessing flew to Warsaw, Poland, and delivered lifesaving aid to Sergey and thousands of survivors seeking shelter at PTAK Center. Because of your love, they received truckloads of food, hygiene kits, and cleaning materials, as well as prayers and words of hope from the disaster response team.