Blue and Yellow, a NJ nonprofit corporation

Imagine your teenager, full of life and dreams, was suddenly caught in the middle of war, forced to grow up overnight, surrounded by loss, fear, and destruction. For the students of Bucha, Ukraine, this wasn’t just a story—it was their reality. And yet, amidst the darkness, they found light through the power of storytelling.

A Book Born from Unimaginable Tragedy

Ashborn is a collection of 44 magical realism short stories written by Ukrainian teenagers who endured the Russian Army’s occupation of Bucha. These are not just stories—they are acts of resilience, a way for young voices to process trauma and reclaim their hope.

This book was lovingly compiled and edited by Lynne Welton, an American English teacher who returned to Ukraine in 2022 to help rebuild after the liberation of the Kyiv region.

Lynne’s Journey

Lynne’s connection to Ukraine began in 2015 when she first arrived in Kyiv after Russia’s invasion of Crimea and Donbas. She was drawn to the resilience of the Ukrainian people and their determination to protect their homeland. After the full-scale invasion in 2022, Lynne couldn’t stay away.

“I saw the horrific photos after Bucha was liberated and made a promise that I would come and help rebuild however I could. So, I returned to Ukraine and became an English teacher at a local public high school in Bucha,” Lynne shares.

Knowing the therapeutic power of storytelling and imagination in overcoming traumatic experiences, Lynne encouraged her students to channel their emotions into stories.

“My brilliant juniors and seniors wrote short stories that I edited and collected into this book for you to enjoy,” she adds.

Lynne’s husband, a Ukrainian soldier fighting on the frontlines, was so inspired by her book idea that he personally funded the cover art and printing of the first edition. His support ensured Lynne’s students could have a physical copy to take home at the end of the academic year.

Teenagers Everywhere Deserve to Dream

If you live in a safe country, where your children can pursue their dreams freely, take a moment to reflect on this: teenagers are teenagers everywhere. They should be discovering themselves, laughing with friends, and imagining their futures. But for the students of Bucha, their childhoods were overshadowed by war. Ashborn reminds us of what’s at stake—and what we can do to help.

A Chance to Make a Difference

By purchasing and sharing this collection for $20 per download, you directly support humanitarian aid for the people of Ukraine. Every download raises funds to provide essential relief and care to families in need. It’s an opportunity to connect, empathize, and stand with Ukraine in its pursuit of peace and dignity.

What’s Inside:

• Ebook in PDF format

• 44 bite-sized stories across 100 pages

• Еnglish only

Pay $20 now, and we’ll email you a digital book showcasing powerful stories from Ukraine’s youth.

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Your donation is tax-deductible. Blue and Yellow is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and your contribution directly supports humanitarian aid for the people of Ukraine.

Dear Friends,

A few days ago, our volunteer van, tirelessly serving on the ground in Ukraine, was burned by Russian vandals. This vehicle was a lifeline, transporting food, water, critical medical supplies, and hope to those on the front lines.

Every day, our volunteers put their lives on the line to support those devastated by the war. But now, without a vehicle, their heroic efforts are severely hindered.

We urgently need your help. Please donate to help us purchase another vehicle so we can continue our vital mission. Your contribution can make a significant difference in the lives of those affected by the war.

From the depths of our hearts, thank you for your unwavering support.

With gratitude,

The Blue and Yellow Team

IN A TIME OF CRISIS, DIRECT AID MOVES FASTER THAN LARGE CHARITIES CAN MOVE. BLUE & YELLOW IS A 501(c)3 NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION WITH A MISSION OF PROVIDING FAST AND EFFECTIVE HUMANITARIAN RELIEF TO FAMILIES IMPACTED BY THE WAR IN UKRAINE.

We are Ukrainian-born Americans whose hearts have broken along with the rest of the world watching the brutality in our home country. Like many others, we have donated thousands of dollars to charities and given everything we can to friends and family back home. But every day we receive heartbreaking calls for help from more people who are waiting for humanitarian support as the war is only getting worse.

We've realized that we can work faster than the large charities we supported. We have the phone numbers and addresses of countless people on the front line. We can personally and directly put resources in the hands of refugees who have run out of gas to flee, parents who don’t have money for food, and grandparents who need medicine today, not in two weeks or months. We need help to increase our reach.

Examples of aid we’ve personally provided so far include:

- Diapers, formula, and sanitary wipes for pregnant women in bunkers who fled the bombed hospital in Chernihiv.

- Gas for the vans of Polish volunteers struggling across the border to hand-deliver life-saving supplies.

- Backpacks full of children's supplies for kids fleeing across the Ukrainian-Polish border.

Most of the time, foundations and charities are the perfect way to provide assistance. But there are other times when aid is needed faster than large charities can move. We act instantaneously to put every dollar we get in the hands of the people who need it.

We are an approved 501c3 charity, and we work tirelessly to make your gift matter faster here than anywhere else. We believe in transparency, and we are operating on a strict volunteer basis. No one on our team is paid, and 100% of donations go to Ukrainians in need. For our donors, we provide regular updates on funds spent on Facebook and Instagram.

Please join us and stand with Ukraine.

BLUE AND YELLOW TEAM

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