Foreign exchange student raising money for those in Ukraine

PHOENIX — “Reading the information is 1 issue and staying there is a different, I experience like I am meant to be there with my loved ones,” claimed 16-year-aged Dana Furman Tuesday.

The overseas exchange student’s heart continues to be in her residence country of Ukraine as her family and friends continue to be on the frontlines of a catastrophic and heartbreaking war.

“I’m genuinely fearful just about every working day, I think about it just about every minute,” stated Furman.

Furman claims some of her favorite spots to visit are now unrecognizable. Dreadful ideas of what could occur, look to be unavoidable as her dad and mom hunker down and when needed, combat again in the Ukrainian money of Kyiv.

“I have a dread that there is a prospect I’m never going to see my mother once more or I’m never ever going to communicate to my moms and dads once again, or I’m hardly ever likely to see my close friends,” explained Furman with tears rolling down her cheeks.

It’s a concern that also motivates her to do something to help. The Paradise Valley Substantial Schooler is boosting cash for family members friends who individual a enterprise back house making bullet-proof vests and sleeping baggage for the country’s civilian forces.

“There’s just in essence not sufficient materials for absolutely everyone since we have so many volunteers who want to help and defend their place,” claimed Furman.

So far, she’s elevated around $2,200 from our generous local community, hoping to eventually strike her aim of $3,000. Every single cent will help to keep that lifesaving operate underway.

“I’m not in threat but my spouse and children is, I want to secure them, I want to come across a way I can support,” explained Furman.

Furman has set up an online fundraiser, listed here for anyone who would like to enable.