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1000 Defending Freedom Group Hike

Cactus and Tryzub participates in the "1000 days of unbroken Ukraine campaign" by organizing a tribute hike in Papago Park, where participants gathered to honor the resilience of Ukraine's defenders. With Ukrainian flags proudly displayed, hikers made their way through the park's iconic red sandstone formations, symbolizing solidarity with those enduring the hardships of the ongoing war.

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Rocking Out for Ukraine

The benefit show for Ukraine took place at the Blooze Bar in Phoenix, Arizona at the initiative of Andre and Birgit Dolhyj of Tans Der Vampyr band based in Prescott. Rock Against Russia Benefit Concert was band's second show with all proceeds going to support Ukraine. Cactus and Tryzub was invited to collaborate on the fundraising efforts at the concert.

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Spring 2024 Ukraine Action Summit

Things were changing rapidly on Capitol Hill the week of the 4th Ukraine Action Summit on Capitol Hill. Ukraine supplemental aid bill finally passed the House and Senate on April 23rd. Seven month of delay in Ukraine aid had a significant impact on Ukraine’s battlefield.

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Standing With Ukraine at the Scottsdale Polo Party

The 12th Annual Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships sponsored by Raven Events took place on November 4th, 2023. As part of the #ArizonaStandsWithUkraine campaign, the Polo Party was a tremendous opportunity for Cactus and Tryzub to bring awareness to the war in Ukraine and to fundraise for the Ukrainian defenders.

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Fall 2023 Ukraine Action Summit

American Coalition for Ukraine wrapped up its third national Ukraine Action Summit. Arizona delegation to the Summit consisted of eight delegates from different AZ congressional districts. Arizona delegation held meetings with 10 out of 11 AZ Congressional leaders as well as the Department of State.

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Ukraine Independence Day in Scottsdale, AZ

On August 26th, 2023, the community of Scottsdale came together at the Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West to honor 32 years of Ukraine's Independence. Mayor of Scottsdale David D. Ortega supported the event with a formal proclamation recognizing August 24th, 2023 as Ukraine's Independence Day. The event concluded with a 7-mile motorcade through the streets of Scottsdale.

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Ukrainians and Iranians of Phoenix Gather For a Community Rally

On February 25th, Ukrainian and Iranian communities joined voices in a peaceful protest against tyranny. The event took place on the corner of Scottsdale Rd. and Camelback Rd. Event highlights included moving speeches and an emotional tribute to second anniversary of Great War in Ukraine.

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