Last Wednesday, the Greenwich Rotary Club hosted Olga Litvinenko as their guest speaker. Invited by Sally Parris and arranged by our Speaker Chair, Suzanne Branch, Ms. Litvinenko delivered a compelling and heartfelt presentation about her organization, USA for Ukraine, and the incredible humanitarian work being done in response to the ongoing crisis in Ukraine.
As the President and Co-Founder of USA for Ukraine, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Ms. Litvinenko has dedicated herself to providing both humanitarian and animal aid to those affected by the full-scale invasion in Ukraine. Born in Kyiv, Ukraine, and raised in Greenwich, CT, she has remained deeply connected to both communities. Over the past 2.5 years, she has traveled to Ukraine more than 30 times, bringing direct assistance to those in need and raising awareness and funding for critical relief efforts.
Her journey in philanthropy began with helping friends and relatives in Ukraine, which expanded into broader refugee assistance at the start of the full-scale invasion. Recognizing the urgent and growing need, she formally established USA for Ukraine to ensure sustained aid efforts. Today, the organization focuses on five key initiatives:
Cultural Preservation
Women & Children
Sustainability
Animal Aid
Supporting Greenwich’s Sister City, Izyum
Beyond her work with USA for Ukraine, Ms. Litvinenko has a strong background in philanthropy, serving on committees for local organizations such as the Greenwich United Way, Greenwich Hospital Foundation, and the Bruce Museum. Her deep commitment to innovation, creativity, and social impact drives her mission to make a meaningful difference in the world.
Ms. Litvinenko’s presentation was both outstanding and passionate, leaving a lasting impression on our members. Her dedication to helping those in crisis, preserving cultural heritage, and fostering resilience is truly inspiring. The Greenwich Rotary Club is grateful for her time and for sharing her vision of hope, action, and unwavering support for Ukraine.
For those interested in learning more or supporting her cause, visit USA for Ukraine. https://usaforukr.com/about/
