The founders of Morgantown-based Civil Military Innovation Institute (CMI2), Zenovy, Yurij, and Borys Wowczuk, have recently been chosen as TOP 100 USA Entrepreneurs with Ukrainian Origins. 

CMI2 bridges the gap between academic institutions and the U.S. Department of Defense, providing innovative solutions for soldiers and national security. The company develops technologies that meet the specific needs of the military and focuses on logistics support, advanced communication systems, cybersecurity and other capabilities in support of national security. The brothers’ direct approach and dedication to understanding soldier experiences have led to successful collaborations with academic institutions and the creation of partnerships with small businesses. 

In addition, the brothers lead The Vovk Foundation, which provides assistance and support to Ukrainians and those of Ukrainian ancestry. Its mission is three-pronged, just like the trident on the Ukrainian coat of arms.

• Provide opportunities for students, entrepreneurs, engineers, and scientists to advance their scholarship and work in the face of the unjustified and savage invasion of Ukraine by the nation of russian terrorists.
• Address enormous material losses to scientific and educational infrastructure.
• Articulate the truth about Ukraine and Ukrainian Nationalism.

The Vovk Foundation 501(c)3 is pleased to announce that it has joined the Ukrainian Venture Capital and Private Equity Association (UVCA). UVCA, a member of Invest Europe, was established to spread the word about Ukraine’s achievements and opportunities and to support investors in every aspect, from providing reliable information to establishing international connections at the industry and government levels. UVCA shapes the future direction of the private equity industry by promoting investment opportunities of Ukraine, representing interests of private equity investors to policymakers and improving the investment and business climate of Ukraine. 

“The mission of UVCA is to build the bridge between Ukrainian and global investment and startup ecosystems, match investors with Ukrainian entrepreneurs,” says Dmytro Kuzmenko, CEO of UVCA. “However, we cannot foster the growth of Ukrainian investment market without supporting Ukrainian startups. With this idea, we are initiating and implementing a lot of projects which provide young entrepreneurs with opportunities to present their products on the global market, learn practical things from leading experts and investors.”

The Vovk Foundation was established in 2023 to offer assistance and support to Ukrainians and those of Ukrainian ancestry. Its mission is three-pronged, just like the trident on the Ukrainian coat of arms.

• Provide opportunities for students, entrepreneurs, engineers, and scientists to advance their scholarship and work in the face of the unjustified and savage invasion of Ukraine by the nation of russian terrorists.
• Address enormous material losses to scientific and educational infrastructure.
• Amplify the facts about Ukraine and Ukrainian Nationalism.

“We are very pleased to partner with UVCA and play an active role as it supports one of the critical focus areas for our foundation, namely, entrepreneurship and new technology development,” says Yurij Wowczuk, director of The Vovk Foundation. “Our missions are aligned and this commitment will help deliver strong and sustainable growth of the Ukrainian venture ecosystem.”

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The Ukraine America Initiative (UA Initiative) and The Vovk Foundation Inc. have entered into a partnership agreement to pursue opportunities that would support the education, physical/emotional well being, and overall success of Ukrainian nationals displaced by russia’s unjustified aggression. Specific areas of focus include: workforce development, education & training, and entrepreneurship. According to Brian Gannon, President of UA Initiative, “The Vovk Foundation’s forward looking focus on reconstruction and support of the incredible human capital that is prevalent throughout Ukraine is very consistent with our focus and efforts.” “The UA Initiative has a long and incredibly successful legacy that has positively impacted the lives of thousands of Ukrainians and their families. We are excited to be in partnership with this organization,” states Yurij Wowczuk, a director of Vovk Foundation.

The UA Initiative focuses on providing humanitarian support at a grassroots level to Ukrainians in need and specifically those displaced by war. The organization has funded daycare centers for Ukrainian children, orphanages, language schools, housing projects, and refugee centers In Ukraine and Poland, and has provided more than 40,000 meals for Ukrainians in need.

The Vovk Foundation’s mission is to provide opportunities for students, entrepreneurs, and engineers/scientists to advance their work and studies in the face of the unjustified and savage invasion of Ukraine by russia.

To learn more about the UA Initiative, please visit https://uainitiative.org

To learn more about the Vovk Foundation, please visit https://www.vovkfoundation.org/

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The Ukrainian National Women’s League of America (UNWLA) is pleased to announce the availability of a new scholarship for students studying in the United States, offered in partnership with the Vovk Foundation.

The Vovk Foundation’s vision and initiatives is to provide opportunities for students, entrepreneurs, and engineers/scientists to advance their work and studies in the face of the unjustified and savage invasion of Ukraine by the nation of russian terrorists. “We are thrilled to partner with such a storied and successful organization as the UNWLA to administer a scholarship program for students of Ukrainian heritage,” states Dr. Zenovy S. Wowczuk, Vovk Foundation President. “It is our intention to work in concert with UNWLA to establish a permanent endowment that will allow for not only multiple scholarship awards, but also highlight the involvement and engagement of students in their heritage and culture.” The Vovk Foundation honors the memory of two patriarchs: Ivan Vovchuk, noted scholar, writer and leader of the Organization of Ukrainian Nationalists (OUN) and his son Andrew, an accomplished engineer and technologist.

The 2023 Vovk/UNWLA Scholarship award will be granted to persons of Ukrainian descent, including Ukrainian Americans, who have completed their freshman year at an accredited university. They will be full-time students, and will maintain a GPA of no less than 3.5. This $4000 grant will be available to undergraduate, graduate, and post-graduate students in the following fields: a) engineering, b) physical and natural sciences, c) medicine, d) law, e) business, and f) music/creative arts. The deadline for applications is June 1 2023. Interested applicants should see detailed application information at: UNWLA – Ukrainian National Womens League of America | Education.

To learn more about the Vovk Foundation, please visit https://www.vovkfoundation.org/

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The Vovk Foundation is pleased to announce an affiliation with Brother’s Brother Foundation (BBF) and the provision of financial support for the acquisition of medical equipment for a pediatric hospital in Kharkiv, Ukraine. BBF was founded in 1958 by Dr. Robert Hingson to provide vaccinations and inoculations to underserved communities around the world. Today, these efforts include regularly scheduled relief shipments and programmatic work under the H.I.D.E. umbrella of Healthcare, Infrastructure, Disaster Response, and Education. BBF’s ongoing response to the war in Ukraine includes supplying critically needed medications, medical supplies, and humanitarian relief to those impacted in Ukraine itself and to refugees in Poland.

For more information please visit the Foundation’s website: https://brothersbrother.org

The Vovk Foundation’s vision and initiatives support opportunities for students, entrepreneurs, and engineers/scientists to advance their work and studies in the face of the unjustified and savage invasion of Ukraine by russia.“We are very excited about our developing partnership with Brother’s Brother Foundation (BBF), one of the most prestigous humanitarian organizations in the world. Supporting the purchase of critical analytic equipment for the City Clinical Children’s Hospital No. 16 of the Kharkiv City Council is another example of how the Vovk Foundation, in partnership with outstanding organizations such as BBF, is helping to support and ultimately rebuild critical infrastructure during this unprecedented period of lawless agression by the russian terrorist state,” states Dr. Zenovy S. Wowczuk, Vovk Foundation President. The Vovk Foundation honors the memory of two patriarchs: Ivan Vovchuk, noted scholar, writer and leader of the Organization of Ukrainian Nationalists (OUN) and his son Andrew, an accomplished engineer and technologist.

To learn more about the Vovk Foundation, please visit https://www.vovkfoundation.org/

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