March 2022
Support Ukraine
Ukrainian citizens are leaving their homeland because of the war risking their lives and have flooded over the border into Poland. The Republic of Poland has opened its hearts and arms to welcome its brothers and sisters to give them refuge. To date, there is close to 2,000,000 displaced citizens from Ukraine in Poland. With the atrocities of the Russian army bombing schools, apartment buildings, hospitals, and towns, numerous numbers of Ukrainian civilians are being hurt or killed in the conflict. During the conflict, it is always the most vulnerable - who suffer the most.
Many towns, humanitarian organizations, and the government in Poland are taking care of those who are in need, but Poland is on the edge of a humanitarian crisis.
The Polish American Congress Charitable Foundation has stepped forward and during a Special Board Meeting, the decision was made to support Polish humanitarian organizations Polski Czerwony Krzyz and Towarzystwo Przyjaciół Dzieci w Przemyślu.
The Lublin Regional Branch of the Polish Red Cross has provided camp beds, mattresses, and sleeping bags, which will allow many of the Ukrainian citizens in need at border crossings in the Lublin region. The Subcarpathian Regional Branch of the Polish Red Cross in Rzeszów is also preparing to provide needed assistance to those in need.
One of the goals of the Polish Red Cross is to always prevent suffering and their mitigation in all circumstances while maintaining impartiality, without any discrimination. To achieve this goal, the Polish Red Cross promotes knowledge of international humanitarian law and cooperates with public authorities to ensure that it is respected. The role of the Polish Red Cross is exceptional. It is the only humanitarian organization in Poland for which disseminating knowledge about international humanitarian law, which is one of the basic duties performed jointly by employees and volunteers.
The Society of Children's Friends in Przemysl, has been helping children and families with disabilities in Poland for over 100 years. Located on the border, they are currently fundraising to assist children and families fleeing from Ukraine to Poland to provide a safe space and shelter. Their goal is to provide support and help to children, youth, and families who are escaping into Przemyśl.
Displaced Ukrainian citizens, especially children and women, have been migrating to Polish cities from the first hours of the conflict. At the main railway station in Przemyśl, a reception point has been organized to help people coming from Ukraine. Many Polish families are providing strollers, food, clothing, and necessities to make their Ukrainian brothers and sisters feel safe and welcome.
The Polish American Congress Charitable Foundation is doing its part as well by donating $100,000.00 to assist our brothers and sisters in Poland to continue this great humanitarian mission they have chosen.
Most importantly YOU can help as well.
Please see the links below.
It is the sincere hope of the Polish American Congress Charitable Foundation that this conflict in Ukraine comes to a peaceful end soon.
Scholarship Applications
We would like to remind all our followers, that we are accepting applications for our Scholarships.
Polish American Congress Charitable Foundation wants to help students continue their academic education.
PACCF cares for students and believe that a college education is necessary for future success.
All information and requirements can be found on our website.
What our past Scholars said:
“I’m so grateful to have received the Major & Lakowski Families scholarship from the Polish American Congress. With the financial burden taken off my shoulders, I’ve been able to focus my attention on networking and studying my BBA at Western Michigan University. I’m in the process of establishing an International Polish Association here at Western to give the option for International Polish students to study here! Words can’t describe how much help this has been for my family and I.”
— Bart S.
“I am both thankful and honored to be awarded the Richard Gorecki Scholarship. I look forward to continuing my education at Union College and getting my B.A. in economics! This Scholarship will help me tremendously! Once again, thank you for making college possible for students of Polish heritage like me.”
— John J.
“I am gratefully humbled and honored to receive the Richard C. Gorecki Scholarship. As I complete my final year of pharmacy school, I will use this generous gift to further expand my clinical and medical knowledge. I thank the Polish American Congress Charitable Foundation and wish you all the best in your future endeavors”
— Olivia K.
