The Brave Generation Program
Imagine being young and having lost your home, your school, your community — and, in many cases, your family. This is the reality for many Ukrainian youth today. Our Brave Generation program is here to change that.
We Change the Story: From Pain to Leadership
Brave Generation exists to ensure that pain and trayman s not the end of the story. Through our eight-month program, 60–100 young Ukrainians with the least support but the greatest potential become leaders who will rebuild Ukraine.
Reaching 60–100 young Ukrainians every year
Investing in those overlooked but full of potential
Inspired by our founder’s story
At Brave Generation, we don’t treat young people like they all need the same fix. Each one comes in with their own history, their own pain, and their own idea of what a better future looks like. So we don’t hand them a formula, we listen, and we build support that actually fits.
Discover the components of Brave Generation’s program — from healing, to learning, to leading.
Mental Health
War doesn’t end when the news stops covering it. Young people in the program get real support: one-on-one therapy, group sessions led by people trained in trauma, and tools to stay grounded day to day.
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Education and Safety
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Inspiring Social Environment
We match young Ukrainians with the top US and EU students who`ve been where they want to go. Each mentorship lasts for eight months, with weekly conversations, goal-setting check-ins, and real advice from people who’ve studied, worked, and grown across borders. Sharp minds helping others grow into their own.
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Chance to Lead
It’s built on the belief that resilience, when supported, becomes leadership — and at this stage, participants begin to give back. “Chance to Lead” is where they move from receiving support to creating it for others: mentoring peers, launching community projects, and helping Ukraine rise stronger.
Learn moreOur Stories: Participants & Alumni
Discover the Lives We’ve Touched — and Those We Support Now
Interested in being part of Brave Generation?
You don’t need a perfect plan — you simply need to begin. Tell us about yourself; we treat each story with care and take it personally. Whether you are in need right now or simply trying to figure out what to do next, we would like to speak with you. Just come as you are. Here’s how it works:
Fill out our application form.
It begins with a solid foundation: mental health. It’s not about overcoming every hardship, but about nurturing a resilient and healthy mind. Share a little about yourself and the kind of support you need.
Leadership thrives in connection. Meaningful national and international peer relationships equip young people to thrive within a trusted, purpose-driven community. Once we review your submission, we’ll contact you to discuss the next steps.
Safety and education unlock the freedom to dream. When young people feel secure, they can explore their potential and embrace the opportunities around them. Who We Serve
You don’t need a perfect plan — you simply need to begin. Tell us about yourself; we treat each story with care and take it personally. Whether you are in need right now or simply trying to figure out what to do next, we would like to speak with you. Just come as you are. Here’s how it works:
We prioritize youth aged 16–26 from:
Tax benefit: You can deduct cash donations up to 60% of your adjusted gross income (AGI) in a given year, provided you itemize deductions.
Tax benefit: You can deduct cash donations up to 60% of your adjusted gross income (AGI) in a given year, provided you itemize deductions.
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Tax benefit: You can deduct cash donations up to 60% of your adjusted gross income (AGI) in a given year, provided you itemize deductions.
We prioritize youth aged 16–26 from:
Tax benefit: You can deduct cash donations up to 60% of your adjusted gross income (AGI) in a given year, provided you itemize deductions.
Tax benefit: You can deduct cash donations up to 60% of your adjusted gross income (AGI) in a given year, provided you itemize deductions.
Cash donation
Tax benefit: You can deduct cash donations up to 60% of your adjusted gross income (AGI) in a given year, provided you itemize deductions.
We prioritize youth aged 16–26 from:
Tax benefit: You can deduct cash donations up to 60% of your adjusted gross income (AGI) in a given year, provided you itemize deductions.
Tax benefit: You can deduct cash donations up to 60% of your adjusted gross income (AGI) in a given year, provided you itemize deductions.
Cash donation
Tax benefit: You can deduct cash donations up to 60% of your adjusted gross income (AGI) in a given year, provided you itemize deductions.
From First Connection to Lifelong Community
Planning.
Reaching the Future Leaders We start by sharing information through universities, local organizations, youth groups, and trusted partners across Ukraine. Our aim is to reach those who are not only in need but also driven young people with potential, purpose, and a desire to lead. Program Implementation
Building the Program Around the Individual Each participant receives a custom experience built around their needs.Over eight months, we provide support through four key pillars: emotional well-being, global mentorship with inspiring peers, academic and career readiness, and leadership education — both in theory and in practice. Post Implementation
Staying With Them for the Long Haul When the program ends, we don’t just shake hands and walk away. Every Brave Generation graduate becomes part of a 200+ strong community. Some stay close, checking in when they need help or advice. Others drift for a while, then circle back when they’re ready for the next step. There’s no set timeline. Healing shows up in pieces. Growth takes longer for some. We don’t rush it, and we don’t put a clock on what leadership should look like after the program finishes.