Teenagers and youth often remain “invisible” in the support system. Especially those who grew up without a family, experienced the loss of their home, were forced to evacuate, or faced life crises.
At the Ridni Foundation, we create a space where we help young people to unlock their potential, acquire essential skills, and take charge of shaping their own future.
Educational and scholarship programs
We help Ukrainian teenagers and youth by providing educational opportunities through various courses and career guidance programs.
Psychological support
We offer individual and group sessions with psychologists for teenagers who have experienced loss, crisis, or institutional care.
Preparation for independent living
We teach practical things: from financial literacy and job search to building healthy relationships and self-care.
Leadership programs and skills development
We support young people in their own initiatives, volunteer projects, participation in training programs, and engagement development. We form a community of active and successful young people and lay a solid foundation for their moral values and civic engagement.
Mentoring and life skills: Preparation for independent living
Young people receive support from mentors, trusted adults who offer guidance, give advice, share their experience, and help Ukrainian teenagers and youth to prepare for independent adult life.
"Spilnota-Ridni" Community
The municipal small group home “Spilnota-Ridni” Community of the Lviv City Council was established in partnership with the Fund “Ridni” Foundation. “Spilnota-Ridni” provides an environment for growth, development, and support for adolescents and youth from vulnerable groups.
Scholarship programs
We help Ukrainian teenagers and youth with various forms of education, from short-term courses and training to assistance in vocational or higher education. Our goal is to support those in difficult life circumstances who want to learn, change their lives, and build a better future for themselves and their communities.
Leadership projects
Assistance to teenagers and young people who want to develop an active life position. It helps to unlock potential, build leadership, teamwork, and responsible citizenship skills.
Career guidance and educational programs
Helping adolescents and young people identify their professional path through education, training, and practical skills. The main goal is to give young people self-confidence and a practical understanding of how to realize themselves in the world of adult life.
Psychological support
Providing support to adolescents and young people facing challenging life circumstances. The goal is to stabilize the psycho-emotional state, develop self-regulation skills, and form healthy self-esteem.
Mentorship
Provides adolescents and young people with experience of institutional care with the support of an adult who becomes a reliable source of guidance. The mentor helps them adapt to independent living and build confidence in their strength.
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2025 Ridni Foundation Annual Report
We are sharing the Ridni Foundation activity report for 2025—our key achievements, implemented projects, and financial transparency indicators.
How to talk correctly to and about children: tips from Ridni Foundation psychologist Iryna Ferko
The way we speak to and about children shapes their perception of the world and themselves. Often, even
Ridni Foundation team took part in a meeting of the Partners Coalition regarding the reform of the child care and support system
Ridni Foundation team joined an important working meeting of the Partners Coalition. The event was organized by the
How to prepare annual reporting for NGO: tips from Foundation accountant Nataliia Nikolenko
The end of the reporting period is always a challenge for accountants. To simplify this process for colleagues,
Ridni Foundation Joins Opening of British Embassy Office in Lviv
Ridni Foundation was honored to attend the grand opening of the British Embassy office in Lviv and the
Ridni Foundation invites parents to supervision sessions with a psychotherapist
We invite foster parents, kinship caregivers, guardians, and adoptive parents to join our online meetings with a psychotherapist.
Thinking of becoming a partner of Ridni? Want to help Ukrainian teenagers and youth? Or maybe you’re looking for more information? Send us your request, and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible!