Lions project: Winter Is Coming To Ukraine

09/04/2026

It is official now! The WICTU-4 project is an LCIF project!

26/03/2026

Yesterday, Russia launched nearly 1,000 drones in one of the largest assaults of the war. Lives were lost, many more were injured, and critical energy infrastructure was once again targeted.

As people in Ukraine face ongoing attacks on essential services, access to electricity remains a matter of survival.

Help us restore vital energy and support those affected. Thank you for contributing to Wictu.

Kyiv Independent journalists on the ground reported hearing air defense activity, drones, and explosions in the western city of Lviv at around 4:20 p.m. local time.

18/03/2026

🦁 Wenn Europa zusammenhält, kann echte Hilfe entstehen.

Gerade jetzt steht Europa besonders im Fokus der deutschen Lions. Ein starkes Beispiel dafür ist das internationale Projekt
„Winter is Coming to Ukraine 4“.

Seit Beginn des Krieges engagieren sich Lions aus über 30 Ländern, um Menschen in der Ukraine zu unterstützen.

🔥 20.900 Holzöfen sorgen für Wärme in Wohnungen und Schutzunterkünften.
⚡ 2.260 Generatoren halten Schulen, Gesundheitszentren und wichtige Einrichtungen trotz Stromausfällen am Laufen.

Wir haben mit Björn Hägerstrand, Gründer und Projektmanager des Projekts, gesprochen:

„Als der Krieg in der Ukraine 2022 begann, standen Lions Clubs International vor einer der größten humanitären Herausforderungen unserer Zeit. Als Reaktion darauf wurde das Projekt Winter is Coming to Ukraine gestartet.“

Aktuell läuft die vierte Phase „Winter is Coming to Ukraine 4“, in der weitere Generatoren genau dorthin geliefert werden, wo sie am dringendsten gebraucht werden.

🌍 Ein starkes Zeichen europäischer Solidarität – Lions helfen über Grenzen hinweg.

We Serve.

© Lions Deutschland I Foto aus 2023, an einer ukrainischen Schule, die mit Generatoren aus Deutschland unterstützt wurde

09/03/2026

WICTU – One of Lions Clubs International’s Most Impactful Humanitarian Initiatives

When the war in Ukraine began in 2022, Lions Clubs International faced one of its greatest humanitarian challenges. In response, the WICTU projects were launched – an international effort involving over 30 countries to support Ukraine amid the crisis.

Concrete Results Across Four Phases
Since its inception, WICTU 1–4 has delivered aid directly impacting daily life in Ukraine:
• 20,900 wood stoves
• 2,260 generators
• Collaboration with participants from over 30 countries
Wood stoves have provided essential warmth to homes and shelters during the harshest winter months, while generators have kept schools, health centers, and critical public services operational during power outages – lifesaving support for many.

WICTU4 – The Next Step
The fourth phase focuses on medium-sized generators purchased directly from manufacturers, reducing costs, improving quality, and speeding up delivery. This ensures aid reaches the locations where it is most urgently needed.
The Embassy of Ukraine in Finland supports the project, assisting with logistics – a strong testament to Lions’ reputation for reliable, transparent, and effective humanitarian work.

First Shipment
The initial WICTU4 shipment is headed to the area of Chernihiv. Local Lions clubs have identified schools, health centers, and other facilities in need, carefully matching each generator to the recipient’s specific requirements.

Long-Term Impact
Even after the conflict ends, Ukraine’s power infrastructure will remain damaged for years. WICTU4 generators play a crucial role in rebuilding the country and ensuring long-term daily security.

A Project That Unites Lions Clubs
WICTU demonstrates the power of international collaboration and solidarity. It reflects Lions’ commitment to service, dedication, and global humanitarian impact – every day, across borders.

We Serve.

Björn Hägerstrand
Founder and Project Manager, WICTU1–4

04/03/2026

WICTU 4 is all about generators. But why is that so vital?

Because for many communities, electricity isn’t a given — it’s a daily struggle. Families live most of their lives without reliable power. Homes fall into darkness at night. Schools cannot run essential equipment. Medical facilities are unable to store vaccines or power life-saving devices. Stores, emergency services, and fire departments operate without the energy they desperately need.

Electricity is more than convenience — it is safety, education, healthcare, and opportunity.

With WICTU 4, we provide generators that restore light, power critical services, and bring stability where it’s needed most.

Be part of the change.
Support WICTU 4 — and help power lives.

When the power goes down and the elevator stops working, Ukrainian couple Maryna and Valeriy Tkalich leave the pushchair on the ground floor and carry their two-month-old son up the 12 flights of stairs to their apartment instead.

20/12/2025

✨ Thank You, Lions – WICTU3 and What Comes Next ✨

A heartfelt thank you to all Lions clubs and supporters who made WICTU3 possible.

Together, we brought warmth and safety to thousands of Ukrainian families through the stoves delivered this year. Your dedication and solidarity have made a real difference in people’s lives.

As we look ahead, we are preparing WICTU4, to be launched in early January. The needs in Ukraine continue to evolve, and so will our response. Whether the next step becomes generators, educational support, or another form of critical aid, we hope for your continued support and partnership.

When Lions unite, hope becomes action — and action changes lives.

Thank you for standing with us.

30/05/2025

🦁❤️❄️🇺🇦♨️ We are now well over 1.6 Million Euros donated to our campaign and delivering 13,000 stoves!

26/04/2025

1️⃣,5️⃣0️⃣0️⃣,0️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ Euro donated to 🦁💙💛❄️🇺🇦♨️ (part3) campaign‼️THANK YOU! This means over 10,000 Lions Stoves.
Outstanding achievement from all in Europe and around the world! Great commitment from our coordinators, lion members and fantastic generosity from all people who have donated to our campaign. Every single penny counts to