Ukrainian Society of Michigan (UASMI)

LXCL:This charitable ticket is available at this price only until June 15th. Admission includes Ukrainian food and beverages, access to the silent auction and cash bar, entertainment, and an evening of community unity for a global cause.

Early Bird Admission

LXCL:Admission to Light the Way includes Ukrainian food and beverages, silent auction access, cash bar access, entertainment, and an evening of community unity for a global cause. Your ticket helps support Ukrainians rebuilding stability, belonging, and hope in West Michigan and Ukraine.

General Admission

LXCL:For guests who wish to give at a deeper level and help expand the impact of this fundraiser. Includes one general admission ticket, one complimentary drink ticket, stage recognition if desired, and a thank-you gift at check-in. Your support sends a powerful message of solidarity and helps turn resilience into lasting community strength.

Friend of Ukraine

Check made out to: Ukrainian Society of Michigan
Memo: Fundraiser
Address to send check: Ukrainian Society of Michigan, 4246 Kalamazoo Ave SE, Ste 203, Grand Rapids, MI 49508

Together, we turn crisis into stability&mdash;and resilience into lasting community strength.Join us for our second, yearly Light the Way&nbsp;event, a powerful evening of unity, culture, elevated live music and generosity in support of Ukrainians rebuilding their lives in West Michigan and those still facing the devastating impact of Russia&rsquo;s war in Ukraine.This fundraiser is organized in partnership by the Ukrainian Society of Michigan (UASMI) and the Dnipro, Ukraine Committee of Grand Rapids Sister Cities International (GRSCI). Together, we are mobilizing community support to meet urgent needs, strengthen long-term stability, and honor the resilience of Ukrainians here and abroad. Both organizations are registered 501(c)(3) public charities. Proceeds from this event will support two critical goals:1. Strengthening Ukrainian lives in West MichiganThrough UASMI, funds will help sustain and expand programs that support Ukrainians as they move from crisis of resettlement toward stability, belonging, and self-sufficiency. Your support helps provide:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li data-end="1196" data-section-id="1is1g9q" data-start="1020" fr-original-style="" id="isPasted" style="box-sizing: inherit;">A stronger path forward for Ukrainian families through language, workforce, youth, children&rsquo;s, and economic resilience programs developed with trusted community partners.</li><li data-end="1354" data-section-id="1sx1rur" data-start="1198" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Healing-centered mental health and wellness support that reduces isolation and helps people rebuild strength amid war, displacement, and uncertainty.</li><li data-end="1533" data-section-id="1546qyf" data-start="1356" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Practical one-on-one support that helps families navigate employment, housing, transportation, interpretation, referrals, and the systems they need to stabilize their lives.</li><li data-end="1705" data-section-id="88xn8h" data-start="1535" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">A welcoming community home where Ukrainians and neighbors across West Michigan can connect, share culture, build belonging, and strengthen our region together.</li></ul>Ukrainians bring courage, talent, culture, strong family values, and leadership to West Michigan. With the right support, families who arrived in crisis can become deeply rooted contributors to the strength and vitality of our region. 2. Supporting humanitarian relief in UkraineProceeds will also support humanitarian needs in Ukraine through our ongoing partnership connected to Dnipro, Ukraine, the soon-to-be official Sister City of Grand Rapids and a frontline hub for relief efforts. Last year, this community helped raise funds for portable, life-saving ultrasound devices that were sent to Ukraine to support urgent medical care and help providers assess injuries quickly in emergency and frontline conditions. This year, we will continue directing support toward practical, high-impact humanitarian needs identified with our partners in Ukraine. As the situation continues to evolve, specific priorities will be shared as they are confirmed. Event Highlights🥟 Ukrainian food and beverages🏛️ Invited officials🖼️ Silent auction🍷 Cash bar🎶 Live music by Fegazzled band🤝 Community unity for a global cause🏙️ Learn about Grand Rapids&rsquo; Friendship City relationship with Dnipro, Ukraine✨ And more Timeline6:00 PM - Arrival and check-in. Cash bar open. Silent auction open6:30 PM - Dinner buffet starts7:00 PM - Opening remarks &amp; program kickoff8:00 PM - Silent auction results9:00 PM - Event concludes Your ticket, your presence, or your donation will make a meaningful difference. Can&rsquo;t attend? You can still support this vital cause by making a donation through this form.&nbsp;Check donations are also accepted, but event admission requires a ticket purchase. Checks may be made payable to Ukrainian Society of Michigan with &ldquo;Light the Way Sponsorship&rdquo; in the memo line, and mailed to: Ukrainian Society of Michigan4246 Kalamazoo Ave SE, Ste 203Grand Rapids, MI 49508 Every contribution helps Ukrainians rebuild lives, restore stability, and carry resilience forward into lasting community strength.Let&rsquo;s stand together in solidarity. Let&rsquo;s Light the Way.

Together, we turn crisis into stability—and resilience into lasting community strength.Join us for our second, yearly Light the Way event, a powerful evening of unity, culture, elevated live music and generosity in support of Ukrainians rebuilding their lives in West Michigan and those still facing the devastating impact of Russia’s war in Ukraine.This fundraiser is organized in partnership by the Ukrainian Society of Michigan (UASMI) and the Dnipro, Ukraine Committee of Grand Rapids Sister Cities International (GRSCI). Together, we are mobilizing community support to meet urgent needs, strengthen long-term stability, and honor the resilience of Ukrainians here and abroad. Both organizations are registered 501(c)(3) public charities. Proceeds from this event will support two critical goals:1. Strengthening Ukrainian lives in West MichiganThrough UASMI, funds will help sustain and expand programs that support Ukrainians as they move from crisis of resettlement toward stability, belonging, and self-sufficiency. Your support helps provide:<ul><li>A stronger path forward for Ukrainian families through language, workforce, youth, children’s, and economic resilience programs developed with trusted community partners.</li><li>Healing-centered mental health and wellness support that reduces isolation and helps people rebuild strength amid war, displacement, and uncertainty.</li><li>Practical one-on-one support that helps families navigate employment, housing, transportation, interpretation, referrals, and the systems they need to stabilize their lives.</li><li>A welcoming community home where Ukrainians and neighbors across West Michigan can connect, share culture, build belonging, and strengthen our region together.</li></ul>Ukrainians bring courage, talent, culture, strong family values, and leadership to West Michigan. With the right support, families who arrived in crisis can become deeply rooted contributors to the strength and vitality of our region. 2. Supporting humanitarian relief in UkraineProceeds will also support humanitarian needs in Ukraine through our ongoing partnership connected to Dnipro, Ukraine, the soon-to-be official Sister City of Grand Rapids and a frontline hub for relief efforts. Last year, this community helped raise funds for portable, life-saving ultrasound devices that were sent to Ukraine to support urgent medical care and help providers assess injuries quickly in emergency and frontline conditions. This year, we will continue directing support toward practical, high-impact humanitarian needs identified with our partners in Ukraine. As the situation continues to evolve, specific priorities will be shared as they are confirmed. Event Highlights🥟 Ukrainian food and beverages🏛️ Invited officials🖼️ Silent auction🍷 Cash bar🎶 Live music by Fegazzled band🤝 Community unity for a global cause🏙️ Learn about Grand Rapids’ Friendship City relationship with Dnipro, Ukraine✨ And more Timeline6:00 PM - Arrival and check-in. Cash bar open. Silent auction open6:30 PM - Dinner buffet starts7:00 PM - Opening remarks &amp; program kickoff8:00 PM - Silent auction results9:00 PM - Event concludes Your ticket, your presence, or your donation will make a meaningful difference. Can’t attend? You can still support this vital cause by making a donation through this form. Check donations are also accepted, but event admission requires a ticket purchase. Checks may be made payable to Ukrainian Society of Michigan with “Light the Way Sponsorship” in the memo line, and mailed to: Ukrainian Society of Michigan4246 Kalamazoo Ave SE, Ste 203Grand Rapids, MI 49508 Every contribution helps Ukrainians rebuild lives, restore stability, and carry resilience forward into lasting community strength.Let’s stand together in solidarity. Let’s Light the Way.

Ukrainian Society of Michigan (UASMI)

LIGHT THE WAY: Charity Fundraiser 2026

1530 Madison Ave SE

General Admission

$75

Friend of Ukraine

$150

Early Bird Admission

$60

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