UNITED24
Imagine Dragons is helping a 15-year-old Ukrainian boy’s family get their home back together …. after the place was destroyed during the ongoing war in his country.
Sashko is the teenager from Ukraine who is featured in the music video for the band’s song, “Crushed” … the video and song became a huge hit in large part due to Sashko’s story about losing everything at the hands of Russian forces.
The boy’s home was completely obliterated in spring 2022, and when Imagine Dragons’ Director of Photography Ty Arnold met Sashko during a trip to Ukraine and was moved by Sashko’s story … and wanted to let the world know about the horrors Sashko faced.
The music video sparked massive donations to UNITED24 — a platform launched by President Zelensky to collect donations for Ukranians — because Imagine Dragons teamed up with the organization.
UNITED24 used the funds to pay for the entire restoration of Sashko’s house … and we’re told Ty handed over the keys to the rebuilt home last week to Sashko and his mother.
There’s a lot more rebuilding needed in Ukraine, but this is a good start.
FAQ
How did Imagine Dragons help the Ukrainian boy?
Imagine Dragons assisted in rebuilding the home of a 15-year-old Ukrainian boy, Sashko, whose house was destroyed during the conflict in Ukraine. The band’s Director of Photography, Ty Arnold, was moved by Sashko’s story and played a vital role in raising awareness about the teenager’s hardships.
What platform received donations for Ukranians?
Massive donations were directed to UNITED24, a platform initiated by President Zelensky to gather funds for Ukrainians affected by the ongoing war. Imagine Dragons collaborated with the organization, leading to substantial contributions following the release of the “Crushed” music video.
Conclusion
The collaboration between Imagine Dragons and UNITED24 to rebuild Sashko’s home serves as a poignant example of how music and philanthropy can come together to make a positive impact. The initiative represents a step towards addressing the extensive rebuilding required in Ukraine following the devastating conflict.