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Any help to Ukraine is extremely important. We also collect funds for humanitarian needs aimed at minimizing the consequences of the war. However, only Ukraine's victory can stop the deaths, destruction, and suffering of the Ukrainian people. To expedite this victory, Ukrainian defenders need support. This is why we raise funds for both humanitarian needs and drones.

We do not disclose donor information without consent. If you donate to a specific fundraiser, you can select the "Don't share my name publicly" checkbox. Russians within the country cannot donate directly to us since PayPal is blocked in Russia, and Russian bank cards are not accepted by Western payment systems.

Drones are primarily used for reconnaissance, allowing soldiers to better observe enemy movements and prepare accordingly, or to guide artillery. They also help maintain communication between units when other means are unavailable and can deliver small packages of medicine to the wounded. Additionally, drones assist in evacuating defenders and civilians from encircled areas or under fire. They are also used to facilitate the safe surrender of Russian soldiers. According to an official instruction from the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense, Russian soldiers can request to surrender by contacting a hotline and then proceed to a mutually agreed location where a drone will guide them to safety.

We disagree with this logic: by the same reasoning, Germans should not have fought against fascism during World War II. Similarly, police in any country should not arrest and imprison criminals simply because they are fellow citizens. Unfortunately, today, the Russian troops illegally occupying Ukrainian territory and committing war crimes are the fascist invaders and criminals. Therefore, helping Ukraine and resisting the invaders is not a matter of citizenship, but a question of whether you stand on the side of good or evil.

Any form of assistance is crucial, and we fully recognize the significance of humanitarian aid (it remains a key part of our fundraising efforts). However, it's important to consider the long-term implications if the conflict persists: the destruction of infrastructure and loss of life inflicted by the Putin regime on Ukrainian soil will continue unabated, with humanitarian aid addressing only the aftermath. We believe it's essential to also address the root of the problem, not just its consequences. The Ukrainian Armed Forces are confronting the root causes at great cost, and our objective is to support their efforts.

While humanistic ideals are noble, they fall short in addressing the aggression of the Putin regime in Ukraine. Confronting the irrational aggressor is necessary to halt their actions, and we witness global solidarity aimed at aiding Ukraine's survival and victory. As anti-war Russians involved in the Freedom Birds for Ukraine project, we align ourselves with resistance against the Putin regime's tyranny, oppression, and evil. Consider this perspective: police also employ justified force to apprehend criminals, thereby reducing overall violence in cities and countries.

Our goal is to unite Russians who wish to support Ukraine and make a meaningful impact while strengthening our community. When Russians donate directly to Ukrainian funds, their contributions often go unnoticed, leaving us fragmented and demoralized. The FBU project enables us to demonstrate the collective support of Russians for Ukraine and showcases our potential when we work together.

We do not allocate any funds towards administrative or operational expenses. Our organization operates on a volunteer basis; none of our members receive salaries, we do not rent office space, and we do not use donated funds for travel expenses. Every cent we receive from you is dedicated entirely to purchasing drones or humanitarian goods and ensuring their delivery.