UNWLA to raise medical aid funds at Chicago’s MoLoKo Ukrainian Festival

The Ukrainian National Women’s League of America will join the inaugural MoLoKo Ukrainian Festival in Chicago on June 27-28 to raise money for medical supplies for hospitals treating wounded Ukrainian soldiers and civilians. The event pairs cultural programming with fundraising for Ukraine as the war drives continued demand for trauma care and rehabilitation.

Why it matters: - UNWLA is using a major Chicago cultural festival to expand support for medical aid in Ukraine. - The fundraising targets hospitals treating wounded soldiers and civilians, where demand for trauma care and rehabilitation continues to grow. - The event also gives Ukraine-support organizations a chance to reach new donors and volunteers in the Chicago area.

What happened: - The first-ever MoLoKo Ukrainian Festival is scheduled for June 27-28, 2026, in Chicago. - UNWLA will participate in the two-day outdoor festival alongside other nonprofits supporting Ukraine. - The festival will take place at the Copernicus Center Outdoor Lot, 5216 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60630. - Festival hours are Saturday, June 27, from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and Sunday, June 28, from 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

The details: - UNWLA’s current campaign focuses on raising funds and awareness for urgent medical supplies in Ukrainian hospitals. - Festival attendees can visit the UNWLA booth to learn about the Medical Aid program, donate, or speak with UNWLA members. - Galyna Nazarkevych, president of UNWLA Chicago Regional Council, said money raised at events like this goes to people defending Ukraine and to civilians caught in the war. - Nazarkevych also said MoLoKo creates a chance to meet the Chicago community and promote UNWLA’s broader nationwide initiatives. - The festival lineup includes TNMK, Bez Obmezhen, SKYLERR, Vova zi Lvova, Vsiudysvoia, Vlad Darwin and Mazepa Band. - Chef Yevhen Klopotenko will present a culinary stand-up show, and TV and radio host Anatoliy Anatolich will emcee the weekend. - The event will also include a Ukrainian food court, a marketplace of local vendors, cultural exhibits, a kids zone and other family-friendly activities. - Other participating nonprofits include the Ukrainian Daughters Foundation, Razom for Ukraine, Liberty Ukraine and Protez Foundation. - Additional fundraising at the festival will support educational programs in Ukraine championed by Klopotenko. - MoLoKo Agency is organizing the festival and describes itself as a Ukrainian-American event company with more than 12 years of experience producing cultural events across the U.S. and Canada. - The festival’s stated goals are to bring the Ukrainian-American community together, strengthen cultural ties and introduce American audiences to contemporary Ukrainian culture. - The festival also aims to show solidarity with Ukraine and its people. - Media are invited to attend, interview artists, community leaders, charitable organizations and special guests, and cover the event. - MoLoKo Agency is handling media credentials, interview requests, sponsorship opportunities and additional information at fest@moloko.us. - UNWLA’s social media links include LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube.

Between the lines: - The festival is doing double duty as a cultural showcase and a fundraising platform for Ukraine-related humanitarian needs. - UNWLA’s presence signals that established diaspora groups see live community events as a practical way to convert cultural interest into financial support. - The mix of music, food, children’s activities and nonprofit booths is designed to widen the audience beyond people already engaged in Ukraine advocacy.

What’s next: - Festival organizers expect attendees to donate, connect with nonprofits and learn more about ongoing aid efforts during the June 27-28 event. - UNWLA will continue its Medical Aid campaign after the festival as hospitals in Ukraine keep facing wartime medical needs.

The bottom line: - The MoLoKo Ukrainian Festival is positioning Chicago as both a cultural stage and a fundraising hub for Ukraine support.