SoftServe and Okean Elzy Deliver 30 Ambulances to Ukrainian Medics

KYIV, Ukraine (May 13, 2025) – SoftServe’s charity fund “Open Eyes”, in partnership with the Ukrainian rock band Okean Elzy, has delivered the 30th fully equipped ambulance to frontline medics, marking the completion of the first phase of their joint initiative. Every month, a single ambulance saves dozens of lives — both defenders and civilians affected by Russia’s aggression.

The partnership launched in September 2024 as part of Okean Elzy’s global Help for Ukraine tour. Since then, ambulances have been delivered to 29 units of Ukraine’s Defense Forces operating in active combat zones, including the Donetsk, Kursk, Kharkiv, and Zaporizhzhia directions, among others. The final vehicles under the Drive for Life: Okean Elzy Edition initiative were recently handed over to medics from the National Police of Ukraine’s “Lyut” (Fury) Assault Brigade and the 808th Dniester Separate Support Brigade.

The initiative brought together tens of thousands of concertgoers across Europe, the US, Canada, and the UK, who joined the fundraising effort. Part of the funds for the ambulances came from ticket sales donated by Okean Elzy, with additional support provided by SoftServe. In total, $570 034 were raised and concerts were given in 11 countries around the world.

Beyond purchasing ambulances, Okean Elzy’s powerful voice helped deliver a vital message to the international community: the war is ongoing, and Ukraine’s need for support remains critical. This collaboration is far from over — the fund and the band will continue raising funds to support Ukrainian defenders.

Supporting military medics remains one of the fund’s key focus areas. Ambulances are in constant demand at the front, as they are frequently targeted by Russian forces or become inoperable due to heavy use. The fund works closely with medical units to provide not only transport but also equipment for stabilising the wounded — defibrillators, stretchers, oxygen tanks, life support systems, ventilators, and other essential medical gear. Since February 2022, Open Eyes has delivered 323 ambulances to the front lines, helping evacuate approximately 147,000 people.

About the Fund

Open Eyes is a charity fund established by SoftServe in 2014, operating across Ukraine, Europe, and the United States. The fund focuses on three key areas: supporting medical institutions, advancing education for youth and children, and providing assistance to Ukrainian defenders and veterans.

Following Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Open Eyes shifted its efforts toward delivering critical aid to the country. Since then, the fund has delivered over 1,000 tonnes of humanitarian aid, reaching more than 100,000 people. Ukrainian defenders have received over 17,000 units of summer and winter uniforms and 816 pairs of footwear. The fund has supported 191 medical teams with essential supplies and delivered 1,460 units of medical equipment, along with 323 ambulances sent to frontline areas.