Renovation
Renovation following a missile strike on the dormitories of Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv
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Project area:4556 m²
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Number of beneficiaries:1844 students and dormitory staff
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Project partners:Global Empowerment Mission (GEM)
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Budget Solidarity planned:6.15 million
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Budget Solidarity actual :2.24 million*
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Project end date:February 2026
*The actual cost was lower than anticipated thanks to efficient financial management, favorable terms from suppliers, and logistical support from a strategic partner.”
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Project area:4556 m²
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Number of beneficiaries:1844 students and dormitory staff
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Project partners:Global Empowerment Mission (GEM)
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Budget Solidarity planned:6.15 million
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Budget Solidarity actual :2.24 million*
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Project end date:February 2026
*The actual cost was lower than anticipated thanks to efficient financial management, favorable terms from suppliers, and logistical support from a strategic partner.”
Context and challenge
The right to higher education is very important for Solidarity foundation. Three student dormitories of Taras Shevchenko National University in Kyiv were significantly damaged as a result of a Russian drone attack on May 25, 2025.
Solidarity contribution
To restore safe and comfortable living and learning conditions for students, funding in the amount of 2.2 million hryvnias was secured. Our foundation Solidarity ensured the project was implemented in the shortest possible timeframe and engaged a donor to cover the costs.
Results and impact
As part of the project, 101 doors were replaced and 187 windows were fully renovated. Thanks to the partnership between Global Empowerment Mission Ukraine and Howard G. Buffett Foundation, the window replacement was completed. The implemented works restored safe and comfortable conditions for students’ living and learning.
