Justice for Iryna

Top Donation $100.00

Average Donation $37.15

A Ukrainian refugee who came to the U.S. seeking safety and a new beginning — taken too soon.

At just 23 years old, Iryna Zarutska had already survived the war in Ukraine and built a new life in Charlotte, North Carolina. She worked hard to support her mother and younger siblings, dreaming of peace, stability, and a future filled with possibility.

On August 22, 2025, Iryna’s life was tragically cut short in a senseless act of violence on the Charlotte light-rail. Her family, who fled war hoping for safety, now faces unimaginable heartbreak — and the heavy burden of funeral expenses, legal processes, and the challenge of rebuilding life once again.

Your donation will go directly to Iryna’s family, helping cover:

• Funeral and memorial costs
• Emergency living expenses for her mother and siblings
• Legal and counseling support as they navigate this tragedy

Every contribution — no matter how small — is a message of compassion and solidarity. Together, we can honor Iryna’s memory and help her family find the stability and hope she worked so hard to create.

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Let’s stand with Iryna’s family, as she once stood for courage and kindness.