When ordering a taxi at Opti Taxi, do not forget to support the children of fallen soldiers. Mariupol

It's hard to believe, but a year and a half has passed since the beginning of the Great War.

Some of us have even managed to adapt, while others have already forgotten how to lead a normal, peaceful life.

These 18 months have changed each of us, the country and the world.

We not only made sure that we are really strong and eccentric. Unfortunately, they have learned from experience to endure pain and loss.

Society is tired of the war, and many of us have already lost interest in supporting the army and charitable causes, and are annoyed when the news comes again that for many, the war has become an ideal source of income.

We understand you, but we must remind you that there is no less sadness in our country. Moreover, hundreds of thousands of children throughout the country are deprived of parental love. Without the sacrifice of parentsour guardians, we would be left with everything we had and loved.

We invite you to support our project and help the children of our soldiers understand that they are important and that the sacrifices of their parents are not in vain.

We will be grateful for every hryvnia of yours, which will be directed to the project of systemic assistance to the children of fallen soldiers. We will also be grateful for any information support of the initiative.

As part of a joint project, Opti Taxi and the Sobornaya Charitable Foundation are starting to acquaint you with the personal stories of the families and children of our fallen soldiers.

This is another reminder of the price of our freedom and the need to support those without whose sacrifices we could not live in a free country.

DISCLAIMER:Below you can read the true stories of the children and families of our fallen defenders.

Stories are published with editorial corrections with the full consent of the guardians of minors.

History of the Written family

FatherPismenny Alexander, mother Lyudmila, five children (Andrey 3 years old, Alisa 9 years old, Nastya 12 years old, Artem 15 years old, Arthur 18 years old).

Pismenny Alexander Nikolaevich, awarded the Order "For Courage" of the 3rd degree, and Pismenny Lyudmila Alekseevna, a military officer, raised five wonderful children: Andrey, 3 years old, Alice, 9 years old, Nastya, 12 years old, Artem, 15 years old and Artur 18 years.

The family lives in the Lugansk region, but the father died on the first day of the conflict as a result of the occupation. Last summer, the mother managed to take the children out of the occupied territories. Children experienced terrible events and losses that they should not have seen. Now the family lives in the Dnepropetrovsk region, where each child reveals himself in his favorite activities.

Alicia, the youngest daughter in the Pizmenny family, loves to play with dolls. For her, this is a special world where she can realize all her fantasies and create a whole scenario for her heroines. She is inspired by the wonderful adventures and stories she learns at school and read in books. But Alice's greatest happiness is to play with her brothers and sisters. She enjoys every game together and the moments when she can share her toys and imaginary stories.

Nastya, the middle child in the family, has always passionately loved nature. He feels a deep connection with the environment and understands the importance of protecting natural resources. Nastya often spends her time walking in the park or forest, studying the variety of plants and animals. She is passionate about ecology and as a child dreams of helping nature. Thanks to her efforts, ecological and environmentally friendly habits are being introduced in the Pismenny family, in particular, separate waste collection.

Artem, the eldest son, shows an amazing talent for drawing. He reproduces his impressions of the world on canvas with brushes and paints. His creations delight with their uniqueness, color and detail. Many people who have seen his work feel a deep emotional connection with every stroke. In addition, Artem is learning to play the guitar. He shows musical abilities and learns to perform his favorite compositions. A talented artist and musician, Artem is constantly improving his skills and expanding his artistic repertoire.

The Pismenny family participated in the Children and War program for several months. These activities helped the children to understand their emotions associated with the trauma of the conflict. After the end of the program, Artem asked if there would be more classes. His desire to continue his studies was so strong that the family decided to find an alternative. Thus, the idea of online art therapy was born. Every week, children met in a virtual space with a professional who supported their creative self-expression and helped them find inner harmony through art.

The Pismenny family from the Luhansk region has come a difficult path, full of trials and losses. Despite this, each child found his calling and revealed his potential in various areas.

Alice, Nastya, Artyom and other children of Pismenny are real heroes who overcome difficulties and develop their talents. They are an example of courage, fortitude and perseverance. Each story of their life is worthy of admiration and respect.

History of the Khabanov family

Father Dmitry Chabanov, mother Natalya, daughter Maria 13 years old.

The world is full of unique stories that fascinate and amaze with their power. One of these stories is the story of the Chabanov family. This is an extremely brave and strong family that has survived many trials and is now facing difficulties.

Before the start of Russian aggression, the Khabanov family lived in the beautiful city of Dnipro. Father Dmitry was a devoted husband, an exemplary citizen and a loving father. He was guided by the principles of justice and devotion to the family. But fate had other plans.

In April 2014, when Russia launched an aggression against Ukraine, Dmitry was mobilized to defend the Motherland. He courageously went to the front, bringing love to his family and faith in victory over evil. Unfortunately, on July 4, 2014, during the night tank shelling of a checkpoint in the Yasinovatsky district, Dmitry Chabanov heroically died.

Such a loss was a great blow to the Chabanov family and the entire Ukrainian people. Dmytro was posthumously awarded the Order of Courage, 3rd class, and the Order of Merit for the Zaporozhye Region, 3rd class. These awards have become a symbol of recognition of his courage and dedication.

And although the family has lost its hero, the steadfast daughter Maria still carries the heroism of her father in her heart. Despite her young age, Maria has already achieved incredible success in her life goal.

Thanks to systematic financial support and the boundless love of her mother, Maria realizes her dream - she is engaged in figure skating. Already at the age of 10, Maria showed the world her incredible strength and talent. Trained under the guidance of a recognized coach in one of the most beautiful cities in Ukraine. Talent and perseverance helped her win various competitions and take prizes. The full-scale invasion temporarily suspended figure skating training, but this did not stop our support.

This summer, Maria is going on vacation to the children's camp "Carmel".

And in order not to forget about figure skating, he trains on roller skates.

EVERY YOUR HRYVNA IS DESIGNATED TO COVER THE CRITICAL NEEDS OF THE FAMILIES OF OUR DEAD MILITARY SERVICEMEN WHO WERE LEFT WITHOUT GUARDIANSHIP. YOUR FUNDING WILL ALSO BE DIRECTED TO THE SYSTEMATIC DEVELOPMENT OF THE FAMILY MEMBERS OF FIRE PROTECTORS WHO NEED TO BUILD A NEW LIFE.

You can always support an important cause in the Opti Taxi app or by clicking on this link on the Sobornaya Charitable Foundation website:https://bit.ly/optitaxi