The children of Ukrainian soldiers are under extreme stress, and therefore, they should participate in sports as a way to deal with that stress and help them focus on something positive.”
— Kelsie Kimberlin
WASHINGTON , DC, UNITED STATES, March 31, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- On March 31, 2026, popular American-Ukrainian singer and foundation director Kelsie Kimberlin launched a campaign to give scholarships to the children of Ukrainian soldiers to participate in sports. The campaign, called “Ukrainian Champions,” is tied to the release of Kelsie’s recent music video, “Champ,” about 16-year-old Ukrainian karate champion Mariia Hnes, who refused to shake hands or take a photo with a competitor from


