Ukrainian
Champions

The Foundation has launched a campaign to provide scholarships to the children of soldiers in the Armed Forces to participate in sports. The campaign is called Ukrainian Champions, and it was conceived after 16-year-old Ukrainian karate champion, Mariia Hnes, refused to shake hands or take a photo with a Russian competitor in Venice, Italy. Kelsie traveled to Ukraine to film a music video with Mariia about this act of honor and dignity for her song, “Champ.” Mariia’s father serves in the Armed Forces. The music video was released on the fourth anniversary of the full-scale war. The campaign is raising money with the help of sponsors, athletes, organizations, and others who want to support Ukrainian children. DONATE and become a SPONSOR.