First Lady Olena Zelenska Calls for Support in Ukraine’s Recovery During Visit to Salt Lake City

On July 12, 2024, the First Lady of Ukraine, Olena Zelenska, visited Salt Lake City to meet with American businessmen and philanthropists, urging their involvement in Ukraine’s ongoing recovery efforts.

She thanked the attendees for their support and highlighted the devastating consequences of the recent Russian shelling of Okhmatdyt Cancer Treatment Children's Hospital in Kyiv.

"This brutal attack demonstrates once again that Ukraine needs the world's attention and support. We need your help to save lives and rebuild. My mission now is not only to tell the world the truth about what is happening in Ukraine but also to actively contribute to the recovery of my country and help Ukrainians," stated the First Lady. Read the full article about the First Lady’s visit on the page of her foundation.

Hansen Ukrainian Mission and Hansen Family Foundations together with Wasatch entities and business partners proudly presented a $1 million check to the Olena Zelenska Foundation to support Ukraine’s recovery. We stand with First Lady Zelenska and all Ukrainians in these challenging times, united in our mission to rebuild communities, restore hope, and ensure a brighter future for Ukraine.