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Why this matters now: at a time when the restoration of infrastructure, incomes and social services determines community safety, effective humanitarian work carries double value — it saves lives today and reduces risks tomorrow. That is why Caritas Ukraine’s figures merit close attention: over more than four years the organization has helped over 4.1 million people through a network of more than 50 local centers.
What has been done: facts and scale
Since February 2022 Caritas has been providing comprehensive support — from emergency aid to employment programs and small business development. The project is implemented in partnership with the Government of Norway, one of the key international donors.
Some indicative figures: the cooperation has reached over 4.1 million people; ~97% of the budget is directed straight to humanitarian projects (for every hryvnia of administrative costs there are 32 hryvnias of direct assistance). This is one of the highest efficiency rates among charitable foundations in Ukraine.
Areas of work
WASH and basic infrastructure: restoring water supply in communities in Zaporizhzhia, Kharkiv, Dnipropetrovsk, Mykolaiv and Kherson oblasts — critically important for health and the normal functioning of schools, hospitals and businesses.
Income restoration and integration: grants for small-scale agricultural producers, business start-up programs and temporary employment (“Cash for Work”) give people the opportunity to earn and rebuild social ties, which strengthens community resilience.
Social services: around 475,000 home-care services, more than 167,000 medical consultations and support for nearly 28,000 older people and people with disabilities. As of 2025, 72 Resilience Centers are operating in the regions; this year they plan to launch 15 more communities.
Transit centers and the human dimension
Transit centers are the first stop for people leaving active combat zones: they provide warmth, food, a place to sleep and immediate psychological and legal assistance. These centers reduce the risk of mass marginalization of displaced people and give them a chance to integrate more quickly into destination communities.
"I help people like me. I'm also a displaced person. I know what it's like to leave and start everything over without a home and belongings," shares Denys.
— Denys, volunteer at a transit center, former miner from Donetsk region
Why it works — the rationale
The combination of international funding, focused local teams and transparent spending mechanisms creates a multiplying effect: funds are quickly converted into services and jobs, rather than getting "stuck" in administrative layers. The support of the Government of Norway is not only financial but also expert cooperation that improves planning quality and results evaluation.
How to access support
If you need assistance or want to get involved as a volunteer or donor — here are verified contacts:
- 0 800 336 734 — toll-free hotline; an operator will help you find the nearest center.
- caritas.ua — a map with all centers and current programs.
- Follow updates on Facebook and Instagram: "Caritas Ukraine" — they post where and what assistance is available now.
Conclusion
This is an example of how systematic humanitarian work becomes long-term security: water, employment, social services — three elements that restore people’s control over their lives. Now the question for partners and communities: how can these models be scaled so they serve even more people and become part of the country's reconstruction?
