Community projects, initiatives and volunteering in Kyiv region
In Kyiv’s Dniprovskyi district on December 17 damage to a 600-mm-diameter main pipeline was recorded. We explain why this is important for residents, what the services are doing, and how this fits into the broader context of the city’s infrastructure.
The school meals reform initiated by First Lady Olena Zelenska is being scaled up. From September 1 of the next school year, the number of children receiving free hot lunches will be significantly expanded. Kyiv region, as a flagship of change, is already demonstrating results that are becoming an example for the entire country.
Klychko showed photos of the construction and explained what has already been done and why 2026 is a realistic target. We explain what this will mean for Kyiv residents and what technical challenges contractors are facing.
True friendship is tested in hardship, and true solidarity is shown through sustained support. The civic organization "Sankt Augustin and Friends Help" (Germany) once again proved that the Dmytrivska community is not just a point on a map to them, but close friends. On December 14, a German delegation visited the community on a Christmas mission.
Ukrainian communities are continuing to integrate into the European space not just in words but through concrete environmental and energy projects. Recently the Boyarka community took part in the annual Municipal Platform on Climate and Energy event, where, together with EU partners, they discussed the roadmap for Ukraine’s "green" recovery.
The Northern Commercial Court of Appeal confirmed the decision to return the premises of the Tereshchenko Estate’s annex to Kyiv’s municipal ownership. We examine why this is not only a legal victory but also a test for the restoration and preservation of the city’s cultural heritage.
Recovery is not just about repairing damaged walls; it is about laying the groundwork for future prosperity. In Kyiv, a large-scale Results and Development Forum took place as part of the "Viability+" project. Communities from the Kyiv region demonstrated how they are turning international aid into tools for long-term growth.
Ensuring the energy autonomy of communities has become the number-one priority amid potential threats to infrastructure. The Bilohorodska community has received from the government of France its second high-tech Energy BOX complex. This equipment enables critical infrastructure to operate reliably, regardless of the state of the wider power grid.
In Bucha, where life is actively being revived, an acute social conflict has erupted over electricity supply. Thousands of residents of the condo association "Nova Bucha-1" have been left hostage to the developer's temporary schemes, unpaid debts and bureaucratic delays. Although power is currently being supplied as normal, the risk of disconnection remains critical, prompting urgent intervention by city authorities.
A major marathon of Christmas celebrations for children who most need warmth and support has kicked off in Kyiv region. It is a direct signal from the authorities: the most vulnerable are always remembered. The focus is on children of servicemen, fallen defenders, orphans and children with disabilities. The first to see the fairy-tale performance were 580 children.
Sport dance has become a powerful tool of diplomacy. The Ukrainian club "Adagio" from heroic Irpin conquered Vienna, not only claiming a top spot but also delivering an important civic message to the world. Our athletes have once again proven: the indomitable Ukrainian spirit is expressed not only on the front lines.
This is not just new walls — it’s an ecosystem of respect for those who have endured the hell of war. More than 80,000 veterans already live in Kyiv region, and their return to civilian life requires action, not words. In Bucha, construction is in full swing on a large-scale veterans’ hub with a shelter and rehabilitation zones, the progress of which was personally inspected by the head of the Kyiv Regional Military Administration (KOVA), Mykola Kalashnyk.
While the country fights for freedom on the front lines, a new generation of winners is being forged on the home front. In Bilohorodka, the boxing ring became a place of unity for the community, the families of fallen soldiers and Ukraine's sporting elite. It was not just a tournament but a powerful signal: we remember every person who gave their life for Ukraine.
While the country is focused on the front, the home front is being strengthened. In the Kyiv region an important step toward comprehensive security has been taken: a new police station has opened in the Zazymia community.
Amid persistent Russian attacks on critical infrastructure, the Kyiv region has taken a decisive step to ensure security and sustainable development. Regional leaders reached an agreement with Denmark on key areas of support that go far beyond standard humanitarian aid. While the enemy seeks to destroy our energy infrastructure, Western partners are supplying technologies essential for survival.
A tragedy occurred in the village of Bilohorodka in Bucha district — the bodies of three people were found in a private home, the prosecutor’s office reported.
The Saint Nicholas Residence was held in the Bilohorod community and was attended by more than 1,000 children. The youngsters wrote letters, took part in workshops, and received gifts. Among the guests were internally displaced children from the Soledar community.
The Bilohorodska community signed a memorandum with the Amosov Institute of Cardiovascular Surgery. The agreement provides for referring patients for cardiac surgical care, outreach consultations by specialists, and the professional development of local medical staff.
On December 10 at 10:00 a.m. in Kyiv the renovated Bessarabsky Market opened in test mode. Traditional market trading has been preserved, and a food hall featuring international cuisines and a bar has been introduced. The modernization included new refrigeration and retail equipment; the works were scheduled from May 19 to August 19, 2025, with no interference in the landmark's authentic elements.
The project name "Mostytska" will be changed before the station is put into operation. In 2026 Kyiv residents will choose the final name via the "Kyiv Digital" app from three proposed options.
The Bilohorodska community allocated UAH 2 million to the National Guard, where local residents serve. It also approved a joint project with its German twin town to purchase a sludge suction truck and ratified cost estimates for major repairs to the outpatient clinic and the sewage system.
On Armed Forces Day, the Bilohorodska community held the Ukrainian Tug-of-War Championship. Fifty teams from various regions took part. The village head took charge of the federation’s regional branch for the sport in Kyiv Oblast.
Twenty-five families in the Bilohorod community will receive compensation for housing damaged in the enemy attack on November 29. The village council allocated UAH 587,000 for restoration. Aid for military personnel and residents under other programs was also approved.
The Ministry of Culture designated several NGOs and companies as critically important to the economy, including Wikimedia Ukraine, Slidstvo.Info and the "Ye" bookstore chain. It also confirmed the status for a number of media outlets and publishers.
Anton Ovsienko reported on talks in France, where he discussed cooperation between the Bilohorod community and Bures-sur-Yvette and future joint projects.
The sports ground in Sviatopetrivske has been completely reconstructed: new surfacing, equipment, lighting and fencing. Village head Anton Ovsiienko announced the completion of the work.
The Bilohorodska community received from the French government an Energy BOX unit equipped with solar panels with a capacity of 104 kW. The installation will be used to power the community's critical infrastructure.
Bilohorodska village council allocated more than UAH 1.3 million in material assistance to defenders and participants in the "Turbota" ("Care") program. Children of combatants will receive free school meals, and a commission has been established to address housing issues for internally displaced persons (IDPs).
The Bilohorod community plans to establish a shelter for stray animals in 2026. The village head, Anton Ovsienko, has studied the experience of Lviv, where one of the best veterinary centers in Ukraine operates.
The village head of Bilohorodka, Anton Ovsienko, delivered aid to the fighters of the 3rd Separate Assault Brigade. Volunteers brought anti-drone nets and food products for the defenders from the community.