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What do you get when you combine Actions Beyond Words (ABW), a Morrison Salad Bar (Whole Foods for our American friends, City Market [ish] for Vermonters), a bag of sausage rolls, a 20-year-old reconditioned fire engine from East Anglia, the Rotary Club, and a shared passion for a great cause? The answer: incredible success—£3,100 (just over...
A Week of Impact: Delivering Aid Across Ukraine As December's chill gave way to January’s freeze, reflections on the past year merged with plans for future endeavours. In December 2024, an international coalition, spearheaded by Actions Beyond Words (ABW), gathered in Poland to prepare for a week of relentless effort in Ukraine. Friends and colleagues from...
At the end of August, Actions Beyond Words (ABW) had the honor of welcoming back War Disaster Reconstruction Assistance Center (WDRAC) member Hoshi-San, affectionately known as “Star Man,” who traveled all the way from Japan to join our team in delivering aid to Ukraine. This marked his second mission with us, demonstrating his unwavering commitment...
This isn’t just a story of digital connections or AI magic—there’s a real heart behind it. Mark wasn't just another seasoned veteran when he arrived in Poland from Kansas to volunteer with Actions Beyond Words (ABW) for six weeks in September and October of 2024. Yes, he brought a wealth of hands-on expertise from countless...
At the end of August, Actions Beyond Words (ABW) had the honor of welcoming back War Disaster Reconstruction Assistance Center (WDRAC) member Hoshi-San, affectionately known as “Star Man,” who traveled all the way from Japan to join our team in delivering aid to Ukraine. This marked his second mission with us, demonstrating his unwavering commitment...
It’s been an exhilarating summer of sport in Paris, with Ukraine claiming 12 medals and the anticipation building for the upcoming Paralympics. While our gold medals didn’t come from the City of Lights, they did come from a world champion. Curious? Read on to discover the incredible story behind this triumph!Earlier this year, a team...
When you think of Ukraine in July 2024, your mind might immediately jump to the ongoing war, the tragedies, the horrific bombing of the children's cancer hospital, and the desperation of countless families. Finding reasons to celebrate seems almost impossible unless you're using words like resilience, stoic, and committed. However, amidst the turmoil, we were delighted...
It was 10:30 AM when the sleeper train from Przemyśl, Poland, pulled into Podilsk station in Odesa Oblast. After a 14-hour journey across Ukraine in a cabin that felt like the inside of a volcano, we finally arrived. The temperature was a blistering 92°F (33°C) as we stepped off the train into clear blue skies...
"Good things come to those who wait," or at least that's how the saying goes. What began as an idea almost 12 months ago flourished and came to a sensational finale a couple of weeks ago. A team of five from Lockton RE visited Medyka in Poland, utilizing funds raised by their colleagues at Lockton...
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:...