A group of Omaha women are cooking up support for Ukrainians. The Assumption Ukrainian Catholic Church held a food fundraiser over the weekend. “We also want to help, and this is the little bit we can do from here,” said Nataliya Lys.In a church community, help often comes in the form of food. And at Assumption Ukrainian Catholic Church, it’s no different.”I feel like I’m sharing like part of me with people because that’s the food that I grew up with, and that’s part of Ukraine. That’s part of our culture, and I’m happy to share it with other people so they can try and enjoy,” Lys said.The women of the church cooked traditional Ukrainian dumplings and stuffed cabbage rolls.The pre-order meals sell for $10 apiece — and all the money goes back to Ukraine.Altogether, they prepared hundreds of meals.“It really means a lot for the people that come in and purchase something because we are really trying to do our best to collect as much money as we can for Ukraine,” said Sofia Sokolovska.They said it’s a way to occupy their time taking away the pain and constant worry for their loved ones back home, even if just for a moment.”All of us over here, since it started, we have barely slept and you know stay up to midnight watching the news, wake up first thing in the morning call our families and then read the news again,” Lys said.They said they’re thankful to be able to share their culture with others and have been overwhelmed with support.”It’s something you feel in your heart, if you feel you can afford to come and participate and bring some food home that maybe you haven’t tried before and supports a good cause, why not?” said Matt Calbreath, a supporter.The church is planning to host another food drive next weekend. Order forms will open Wednesday. They offer two pick up dates at the church off 16th and Martha streets.

A group of Omaha women are cooking up support for Ukrainians. The Assumption Ukrainian Catholic Church held a food fundraiser over the weekend. “We also want to help, and this is the little bit we can do from here,” said Nataliya Lys.In a church community, help often comes in the form of food. And at Assumption Ukrainian Catholic Church, it’s no different.”I feel like I’m sharing like part of me with people because that’s the food that I grew up with, and that’s part of Ukraine. That’s part of our culture, and I’m happy to share it with other people so they can try and enjoy,” Lys said.The women of the church cooked traditional Ukrainian dumplings and stuffed cabbage rolls.The pre-order meals sell for $10 apiece — and all the money goes back to Ukraine.Altogether, they prepared hundreds of meals.“It really means a lot for the people that come in and purchase something because we are really trying to do our best to collect as much money as we can for Ukraine,” said Sofia Sokolovska.They said it’s a way to occupy their time taking away the pain and constant worry for their loved ones back home, even if just for a moment.”All of us over here, since it started, we have barely slept and you know stay up to midnight watching the news, wake up first thing in the morning call our families and then read the news again,” Lys said.They said they’re thankful to be able to share their culture with others and have been overwhelmed with support.”It’s something you feel in your heart, if you feel you can afford to come and participate and bring some food home that maybe you haven’t tried before and supports a good cause, why not?” said Matt Calbreath, a supporter.The church is planning to host another food drive next weekend. Order forms will open Wednesday. They offer two pick up dates at the church off 16th and Martha streets.