Actions Beyond Words is celebrating a significant milestone in its journey. The organization has officially obtained 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status from the IRS in the US. Obtaining this status is more than just a legal designation; it is a validation of the organization's commitment to serving humanity.The mission of ABW has been clear from the outset:...
As February's curtain was poised to fall, and another leap year bestowed its extra day by way of the encore, the headquarters of Actions Beyond Words (ABW) pulsed with energy. Laughter filled the air, plans were drawn, and the gentle hum of Google Translate echoed around the room. Within these walls, a remarkable collaboration unfolded,...
In November 2023, Southern California native Flavio seized the opportunity to join Actions Beyond Words (ABW) on a humanitarian mission to Ukraine. Despite the unfamiliarity of working in a war zone and experiencing below-zero temperatures, Flavio's eagerness prevailed. Co-founders Simon Massey and Travis Goode welcomed him in Poland after a grueling 25+ hour journey, marking...
Recently, our NGO, Actions Beyond Words, embarked on another deeply impactful trip to Ukraine. While traveling around the areas affected by the war is not new to us, it remains a vivid reminder that our work and the work of all the organizations operating here, is vital to the people and communities of Ukraine. This...
Volunteering with ABW in Ukraine has taken me on an extraordinary journey, from the western Polish/Ukraine border to just a few miles from the Russian border. It has been a humbling experience filled with moments of heartbreak and inspiration. I have witnessed the immense scale of the crisis and its impact on communities. Every mile...