For four years, the people of Ukraine have faced the realities of living in a war-affected country, and the resulting strained healthcare system. Behind every statistic of the war are families simply trying to manage chronic illnesses, recover from surgery, or care for a sick child in a cold shelter. Since 2022, Heart to Heart International has stood with them. Through nearly 100 shipments of medicine and supplies, we have been supporting the health of the Ukrainian people.
From the first days of fighting to the present day, HHI has worked alongside dedicated partners like Mission Kharkiv, the Christian Medical Association of Ukraine, and One4Humanity to bridge the gap between desperate need and life-saving care.
Impact by the Numbers
Our response began in 2022, and it hasn’t wavered since. By the start of 2026, the scale of aid has grown to meet the needs of a healthcare system under fire:
- $390 million+ in total aid sent.
- 139 million doses of medicine delivered.
- 162,000 hygiene kits distributed to families.
- Nearly 100 shipments of medical supplies.
- 16 portable medical container clinics.
In 2025 alone, HHI shipped 17 million doses of medicine worth $147 million. While trauma care is often the focus of war reporting, our shipments also support the “hidden” crises of chronic disease and mental health, with the highest volumes going toward thyroid, cardiac, psychiatric, anti-infective, and vitamin treatments.
Beyond the Statistics
Data tells the story of the numbers, but individual stories tell the stories of the people. Behind every shipment is a person working to reclaim their health.
Stability for the Displaced
For families like Pavlo and Tetiana’s, who spent six months under occupation before fleeing to Lviv, the war didn’t end when they reached safety. Living in a modular town, the dampness and cold led to frequent illness for their two small children.
“The cough syrup was especially helpful for our children during the colder months when they frequently fell ill,” Pavlo shared. For a parent, the ability to soothe a sick child is a small but vital piece of normalcy.
Similarly, Svitlana, who lost her home in Vovchansk, found that simple access to throat care and cough medicine allowed her to stay active in her new community hub. “It makes it easier for me to stay active and engaged in daily life,” she says.
Life-Saving Specialized Care
The strain on Ukraine’s pharmacies means that specialized drugs—like those for cancer or mental health—are often impossible to find.
- Oncology: When Halyna K. (76) was diagnosed with carcinoma, the chemotherapy drug Oxaliplatin was nowhere to be found in Ukraine. Through Mission Kharkiv and HHI, she received the medication in just a few days. She has now completed three cycles of chemotherapy and continues her fight for life.
- Mental Health: Living in a conflict zone creates an environment of constant, heavy stress. To support the emotional well-being of the Ukrainian people, we have prioritized the delivery of psychiatric medications like Sertraline. These shipments do more than just fill a prescription; they provide the continuity of care necessary for patients to maintain stability and hope while navigating the trauma of displacement and war.
A Network of Gratitude
Our aid reaches across the map, from Kyiv and Lviv to Dnipro, Zaporizhzhia, and Odesa. We support regional clinical hospitals that serve both urban centers and rural villages, ensuring no one is left behind.
Healthcare professionals on the front lines have been vocal about the impact. A representative from the Regional Clinical Psychiatric Hospital No. 3 in Kharkiv shared:
“Having partners who consistently support us and put patients first is absolutely valuable for our hospital and the people we serve.”
Looking Forward
As we enter the fifth year of this crisis, our mission remains clear. We aren’t just sending boxes; we are sending hope for recovery. Whether it is a bottle of cough syrup for a displaced child or a complex oncology drug for a grandmother, every dose represents a life supported and a community strengthened.
We are deeply grateful for the coordination and trust of our partners on the ground. Together, we will continue to provide the medical resources necessary to sustain the health of Ukraine.
