Energy support for Zaporizhzhia: Over 250 charging stations provided to frontline communities 

Last February, the Dorcas Ukraine team sounded the alarm about the deepening energy crisis in Ukraine, caused by systematic attacks on the country’s electricity infrastructure. As the situation continued to deteriorate, Dorcas launched a rapid response effort to support those in need, as well as a fundraising campaign in the Netherlands. The campaign focused on raising funds to provide emergency kits and alternative power sources for those affected by the crisis in Zaporizhzhia.

Thanks to the funds raised, Dorcas was able to provide around 250 alternative power sources over the following months. These were delivered to locations supporting those affected by the ongoing crisis. These locations included churches, humanitarian assistance centres, temporary accommodation facilities, social institutions, resilience centres, and other social infrastructure.

The devices were distributed to institutions in fifteen local communities in the Zaporizhzhia region, close to the front line. Recipients included the Regional Transit Centre for Evacuees, the Zaporizhzhia City Council’s Department of Education and Science, the Department of Social Protection, and other public institutions. 

Through this project, Dorcas supports community members in the most vulnerable circumstances and ensures they have uninterrupted access to electricity in areas where this is vital during emergencies. The charging stations provide electricity during prolonged power cuts, which is crucial for communication, receiving assistance, and meeting basic living needs.

23 April 2026