2024 Annual Report
2024 Annual Report
The Vovk Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, was established in 2023 to offer assistance and support to Ukrainians and those of Ukrainian ancestry by focusing on advocacy in the following areas:
Education
Providing targeted financial support and scholarships
Entrepreneurship
Supporting the development
of entrepreneurialism
Innovation
Promoting defense and industrial innovation activities
The Rebuild
Helping restore scientific, industrial, and educational infrastructure
Truth Seeking
Amplifying the facts about Ukraine and Ukrainian nationalism
In 2024, we celebrated the release of National Tribune—Legacy of Liberated Nations: The Life and Ideas of Ivan Vovchuk, honoring Ukraine’s history and resilience. This achievement was highlighted by a June book launch event. Our support for Ukraine expanded with drones supplied to the 118th Mechanized Brigade and a community event for war orphans in Cherkasy. A grant from Blue Check Ukraine enabled five communal kitchens in war-torn areas. Additionally, Vovk leadership shared insights on Ukraine’s future at workshops hosted by the Center for U.S.–Ukrainian Relations, reinforcing our commitment during this critical time.
Partnerships
Working with these organizations, Vovk Foundation continues its efforts to support all five verticals, with a particular emphasis on advocacy and mitigating false propaganda.
- UKRAINE FREEDOM PROJECT
- CENTER FOR U.S.–UKRAINIAN RELATIONS
- SHEPHERD UNIVERSITY
- UKRAINIAN VENTURE CAPITAL AND PRIVATE EQUITY ASSOCIATION
- EMBASY OF UKRAINE IN THE UNITED STATES
- UKRAINE AMERICA INITIATIVE
- BROTHER’S BROTHER FOUNDATION
- ORGANIZATION FOR THE DEFENSE OF FOUR FREEDOMS OF UKRAINE
Scholarship
The foundation partnered with the UNWLA–Ukrainian National Women’s League of America, Inc., to offer a scholarship this year for students of Ukrainian descent. The scholarship was awarded to Viktoria Scherba, who is a graduate student in public policy at the University of Chicago.
National Tribune
The book National Tribune, authored by esteemed Ukrainian historian Oleh Protsenko, sheds new light on the life and legacy of Fedir Vovk (also known as Ivan Vovchuk). Vovk was a key figure in Ukraine’s struggle for freedom and independence and played a heroic role in saving Jews during the Holocaust. The book addresses long-standing Soviet propaganda that falsely portrayed Ukrainian nationalists as adversaries of the Jewish people, offering a balanced and well-researched perspective that connects Vovk’s story to broader themes in 20th-century geopolitics, including U.S.–Ukraine relations.
“We are deeply honored to announce the publication of Oleh Protsenko’s book about our grandfather, Ivan Vovchuk. As a pivotal figure in modern Ukrainian history, his legacy has inspired many. We are delighted that this book will make his remarkable story accessible to English-speaking audiences worldwide. It is a must-read for policymakers, academics, and anyone interested in the influential personalities who have shaped our history.
“We are thrilled to have partnered with Borys Lozhkin on this critical work and look forward to strengthening the Ukrainian–Jewish communities both in Ukraine and here in the United States. Telling the story of Ivan Vovchuk, who risked his life to save Jews during World War II, is a step forward in this mission.”
Fundraising and Financial Statement
Fundraising decreased in 2024 as compared to 2025, with leadership’s focus being solely dedicated to research, preparation, and publication of National Tribune. It is important to note that the investment in this project exceeded $500,000 USD. All funds for this work were provided by the Foundation’s leadership—no donated monies or related assets were used to complete this project. In 2025, fundraising efforts will resume in support of all five Foundation verticals.
In the news
- JERUSALEM POST
- CHARLESTON GAZETTE-MAIL
- NUMEROUS ON-LINE, PRINT, AND TV STATIONS IN UKRAINE
- ANTI-IMPERIAL BLOCK OF NATIONS
- WBOY-TV
Social Media
In 2024, social media channels remained a powerful way to connect with our audience. Through sharing relevant content conveying messages that resonate with our followers, we witnessed continued growth across platforms including Facebook, LinkedIn, and X. This robust network of individuals who are passionate about our cause is one we can continue to build upon in coming years.