City of Changes - training program
City of Change is a crowdfunding accelerator by the Moie Misto team, powered by the European Endowment for Democracy (EED) and Netpeak Group.
During the program, teams from NGOs, activists, and volunteers go through hands-on training in crowdfunding, develop their own social impact projects, and raise funds to bring them to life.
Yes, supporting our defenders is the top priority—but Ukraine is brimming with social projects around IDP aid, rebuilding, education, inclusive spaces, rehabilitation, and more. People are still volunteering and donating beyond military support. We want to be a dependable force for changemakers, helping them build resilient support systems.
City of Change was recognized as the Top Civic Education Project by the Ukrainian Adult Education Association.
Mentors &
Speakers
Crowdfunding Mini Series with Diia.Osvita
The Story Continues…
We built City of Change to make real impact, not just deliver lessons. This accelerator became a powerful toolkit for participants—not just another training.
“I’m so grateful that the organizer team walked us through each module like holding our hand through the process.” – Natalia Popova
Program Results
- Applications submitted
251
- Teams selected
44
- Participants trained
141
- Crowdfunding campaigns launched
25
- Funds raised
992.7k ₴
What
Participants Say
Team
Natalia Popova
Program manager «My City»
Superpower: turns chaos into a clear plan. Always keeps deadlines on track and knows how to bring even the boldest ideas to life.
Vlada-Anastasiia Tkachyshyn
Educational Programs Manager
Superpower: Explains complex things simply and sparks a desire to learn.
Anna Borysenko
Crowdfunding Project Manager
Superpower: Leads authors through crowdfunding campaigns calmly, confidently, and with faith in results.
Oksana Petruk
SMM-manager «My City»
Superpower: Knows how to turn stories and visuals into true connection. Instinctively spots trends and speaks to the audience in a way that actually resonates.
Nadiia Pikul
Product Manager
Superpower: Collects needs, ideas, and data — and turns them into convenient functionality.
Maksym Zlenko
Full stack developer
Superpower: Turns ideas into buttons, and dreams — into functionality.
City of Change in the Media
Non-military fundraising during wartime — is it the right time?
Getting communities involved in crowdfunding requires awareness and a deep understanding of the process…
How to close a campaign — 10 expert tips
Crowdfunding culture in Ukraine has grown significantly in recent years. And now more than ever...
Moie Misto Crowdfunding Platform
Just last year, Moie Misto raised $650,000 for social projects across Ukraine...
“Light Up Kherson”: A new heating point in the making
Caritas Kramatorsk supports children and the elderly in Chervonohrad. In just six months…
Why is Hrushevsky looking for a barbershop? Meet General Almazov — inside the “Streetcode” project
If you spot a plaque with a portrait, text, and QR code on Kyiv streets — don’t just walk past it…
The Healing Room
Caritas Kramatorsk supports children and the elderly in Chervonohrad. In just six months…
Coming Together with Purpose: How Ukrainian youth are building change through crowdfunding
In 2023, Ukraine ranked second in the World Giving Index. Nationwide campaigns are...
“They could be playing tennis or football — but they’re glued to smartphones”
How a small hometown is bringing its community gym back to life…
“Any holiday is a massive emotional trigger”
A soldier’s partner shares her experience and ways to support military spouses…
“Sterilization now means fewer stray tails in the future”
How Ukraine is tackling the issue of abandoned animals…
Growing culture in industrial cities: the Kryvyi Rih Center for Contemporary Culture
A festival inspired by “Kurazh,” local art projects, and must-see spots in Kryvyi Rih...
“Oblivion is the worst”
Anastasiia Lykova, founder of Kharkiv: A City Where Walls Speak, on why urban art matters in times of war.
The Program Is Over But the Impact Lives On
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City of Change is implemented by the My City crowdfunding platform with the support of the European Endowment for Democracy (EED), Netpeak Group, and Diia.Osvita.