As the war in Ukraine enters its third year, our commitment to providing vital humanitarian aid to those affected by the conflict remains unwavering. Today, we'd like to take a moment to introduce you to Andre, another member of the team at Actions Beyond Words (ABW). Since joining our headquarters in January 2024, fresh off...
Recently, ABW hosted organizations from around the globe with one common goal: to come together and support those in Ukraine who urgently need humanitarian aid. Our organizations united for one week in February with a shared mission of aiding the people in Ukraine who need support the most. Amidst the joyful reunion chatter, there was...
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,...
Volunteering with ABW offers a fulfilling opportunity to positively impact communities affected by the war in Ukraine. Volunteers from across the globe join us for varying durations, ranging from two weeks to several months. Let's delve into the journey of one volunteer on the ground in Ukraine, while also highlighting the diverse roles available within...
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...
When incredible teams from the UK, USA, Finland, and Norway come together, it's like witnessing a true Christmas Miracle.The immense efforts and boundless generosity of our friends at NADA-NORD in Finland, alongside Paracrew Humanitarian Aid in Norway, brought forth a beacon of hope—a 40’ truck laden with vital food and hygiene supplies destined for Ukraine....
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...
Actions Beyond Words, a newly founded, highly dedicated humanitarian organization, has achieved the seemingly impossible by swiftly raising funds and delivering essential generators to families in Ukraine. The impact of these life-altering generators on the affected families cannot be overstated. Under the leadership Adam Roof and Colin Hilliard, Actions Beyond Words rallied the Burlington community, enabling...
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...