upcoming events
STAND FOR AMERICAN VALUES / DON’T ABANDON UKRAINE
April 4 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Nobel Dr Bridge over I-5
Nobel Dr & I-5
San Diego, CA United States
Stand with Ukraine: Join Our Peaceful Rally for Justice and Security
This rally is a critical reminder that Putin’s regime continues its genocidal war against Ukraine, and America must not turn its back on Ukraine. We must remind the public that Putin started this war and is responsible for every war crime committed in Ukraine since 2014.
Our message must be loud and clear:
🇺🇦 Ukrainian flags must be seen everywhere.
🇺🇦 The U.S. cannot abandon Ukraine—American national security depends on it.
🇺🇦 Ukraine deserves a just peace with real security guarantees to prevent Putin from using a ceasefire to rebuild and attack again.
Why This Rally Matters
With misinformation spreading—even among some government officials—many Americans are unaware of the true stakes of this war or are losing interest. It is our responsibility to ensure they understand the urgency and severity of the situation. We must counter misinformation with truth, mobilize public support, and demand action.
Call to Action: Make Your Voice Heard
The most powerful action people can take is to call their representatives in Congress and demand:
📢 Continued military and financial aid for Ukraine
📢 Increased pressure on the Administration to tell the truth about the war
📢 Stronger sanctions on Russia to weaken Putin’s war machine
Why Your Support Is Critical
This rally is not just about raising awareness—it’s about making a real impact. By standing together, we send a powerful message: Ukraine must win, Putin’s terror must end, and the U.S. must stay committed to defending freedom and global security.
Join us. Be a voice for justice. Be a force for action. Together, we can ensure that Ukraine is not forgotten, and Putin is not allowed to rebuild and strike again.
2ND BELIEVE IN UKRAINE BLOOD DRIVE
Saturday April 5 @ 9:00 am – 2:30 pm
Tierrasanta Lutheran Church Parking Lot
11240 Clairemont Mesa Blvd
San Diego, 92124 United States
Join Us for the Second Ukrainian-American Blood Drive!
After the overwhelming success of our first blood drive, we are continuing this meaningful initiative to give back and save lives!
The Ukrainian-American Blood Drive is a heartfelt gesture of gratitude from Ukrainians and Ukrainian-Americans to the people of the United States for their unwavering generosity and humanitarian aid to Ukraine during the ongoing Ukrainian-Russian conflict. The support provided by the U.S. has saved countless Ukrainian lives, and now, Ukrainians in the U.S. and the Ukrainian-American diaspora are giving back—one blood donation at a time—to help save lives right here in Southern California.
With the backing of the American Coalition for Ukraine, this initiative transforms gratitude into action, strengthening the deep bonds between both nations. Every donation is a powerful act of solidarity, compassion, and hope.
Join us for our second blood drive and be a part of this life-saving mission!
Please mention code UKRN at registration or at any San Diego Blood Bank mobile drive or donor center when you donate blood.
Book an appointment today: sandiegobloodbank.org/donate or (619) 400-8251
Walk-ins welcome. Photo ID required. Arrive hydrated.
STAND WITH UKRAINE RALLY
Saturday Apr 5th @ 3 – 5pm
Balboa Park @ El Cid Statue
1450 El Prado
San Diego, CA 92101 United States
Since mid-January various supporters of Ukraine started gathering in Balboa Park for weekly rallies calling for the world to Stand with Ukraine against Russian aggression. After the full-scale invasion many of us promised to ourselves and the community that we will be gathering to Stand with Ukraine every weekend until Ukraine is free, peaceful and independent again. Since the beginning of the war tens of thousands have been killed, hundreds of thousands injured, and millions forced out of their homes. Currently the whole country has to live with scheduled blackouts since the enemy has been systematically destroying energy infrastructure all over the country, hoping to intimidate the Ukrainian population, force the Ukrainian government into submission and retaliation and to cause another wave of refugee migration to Western Europe.
Many are fatigued by the war; however, this is the largest war in Europe since World War II, that came with genocide against Ukrainian population, multitude of war crimes and utterly destruction of the infrastructure of the country. This war deserves our full attention because the entire world is affected by the war in Ukraine. On the global scale Ukraine plays an important role and we need to keep reminding the public about it. Our rally is to raise awareness and remind society that the war in Ukraine is not over! Please, join us to Stand with Ukraine.
5K+ For Ukraine: Holiday Run & Walk
April 13 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Green Flash Arch
3450 Ocean Front Walk
San Diego, CA 92109 United States
Join us on Saturday, April 13th at 9:00 am in Mission Beach by the Belmont Roller Coaster to promote freedom and unity for Ukraine through this empowering Holiday Season 5k+ run and walk.
We are inviting runners and walkers of all levels, all ages and nationalities to join together and embrace the values of independence, resilience, and national pride. You don’t need to be an athlete to walk or run with us, this event welcomes participants of all abilities to be a part of something truly special.
At the finish line we will all gather to sing the American and the Ukrainian anthems. The microphone will be open for speeches. If you have blue and yellow clothes, please, wear those colors if possible, and bring flags if you have them.
Registration starts at 9:00 am and we meet at the Green Flash Arch, 3450 Ocean Front Walk, San Diego, CA 92109 and finish the run at the same place. The walkers will start at 9:15 and runners at 9:30 am.
Registration is FREE (donations are welcome, and you will receive a gift).
If you’d like to become our monthly supporter, here is the link to sign up.
This event raises awareness, funds medical supplies and reminds society that the war in Ukraine is not over! Please, join us to Run & Walk for Ukraine’s Freedom. We look forward to seeing you at the starting line!
some CURRENT and PAST PROJECTS
FOCUS
Retired Navy Seal Mike Meoli dies in Ukraine
Retired Navy Seal Mike Meoli dies in Ukraine
A procession from Los Angeles to El Cajon honored a retired Navy Seal and retired SDFD firefighter, killed while volunteering in Ukraine.
Martin Luther King Jr Parade
Retired Navy Seal Mike Meoli dies in Ukraine
Shield of Freedom @42nd Annual Dr Martin Luther King Jr Parade in San Diego CA. Jan 14th 2023
Ukraine moves Christmas to Dec. 25
KSWB Fox 5 news interviews Mira Rubin president of Shield of Freedom
Weekly Rally Flag Walk
Come participate in our Flag Walk every Sunday starting at 2pm in Balboa Park.
