As Russia's invasion of Ukraine continues, many Americans both near and far, continue to lend a helping hand to refugees fleeing the country.
FLORENCE, Italy — As Russia's invasion of Ukraine continues, many Americans, both near and far, continue to lend a helping hand to refugees fleeing the country.
Grassley said the 1,000-year-old castle has been mainly used to host events, weddings and even corporate retreats. But that all changed after the crisis in Ukraine.Grassley said she originally reached out to one of her Ukrainian friends, who had gotten married at the castle, looking for ways to help.
Vasyleska, her mom, sister and five-year-old niece have been staying at the castle for the past two weeks. "I've been on the verge of tears for, just, constantly because it is such a beautiful thing that they can come here and be safe and be together and build a community," said Grassley."They started bringing up carloads of food and the local store brought up boxes of fresh produce," added Grassley.
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