A Ukraine
Support
Initiative
Cactus and Tryzub is a multi-purpose resource serving Ukrainian community of Phoenix, AZ and surrounding areas. Here, you can connect to the local Ukrainian community, get involved in volunteer and fundraising opportunities and be informed of cultural and social events. Our mission will evolve with community's needs.
Our current efforts are centered around response to Russia's expanded aggression in Ukraine culminating in a full-scale invasion on Feb 24th, 2022.
WHAT ARE WE PASSIONATE ABOUT?
Hands down, we want Ukraine to be victorious in this senseless war. Our current focus is on political advocacy, fundraising and Ukraine awareness. If you are hosting a Ukraine support fundraiser and would like a Ukrainian representation at your event, please contact the Cactus and Tryzub team, we are happy to collaborate.
Speaking engagements
Advocacy
Fundraising
Building community
News and Updates
We Are Praying for Ukraine
July 23, 2022
Arizona's Asian community comes together in support of Ukraine through a multicultural concert and a fundraiser. The program culminated in a vyshyvanka fashion show, dynamic drummers, powerful speeches and dramatic stage performances. Cactus and Tryzub team raised >$13,000 for RAZOM for Ukraine non-profit charity.
Social Media Campaigns
We support and endorse
#UkraineFacts
Debunked disinformation about Ukraine and the war curated by the international fact-checking network signatories.
#DontFundTheWar
Are you unassumingly funding the war by consuming brands still doing business in Russia? Find out more by searching your favorite brands to see how cozy they are with the aggressor country.
#AmplifyUkrainianVoices
This is a local initiative to put a spotlight on Ukrainian creative voices and amplify them for the world to hear.
SPONSOR A UKRAINIAN REFUGEE
BRANDS TO AVOID
Yale University's curated list of 1,500 brands scored with grades A through F based on their current extend of operations in Russia. Please reduce or eliminate your support of brands in C, D and F categories as they help fund Russia's war machine.
Upcoming Events
Sun, Oct 23Shelter in Nature Ranch
Sat, Nov 05ScottsdaleNov 05, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM MSTScottsdale, Westworld Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ 85260, USAThis year’s event promises to be a polo experience like never before! Join us for event traditions including live performances, luxury fashion, and exotic car displays, as well as new experiences for this year only.
Contact Us
Want to help Ukraine but don't know where to start? Cactus and Tryzub team would be happy to collaborate with you on your fundraiser or event supporting Ukraine. Please reach out to discuss collaboration ideas or to brainstorm fundraising directions. We are here for you!