Volunteer, entrepreneur, and founder of the Domino Foundation charitable organization, Anton Shukhnin, has received the “For Contribution to the Defense of Kyiv” award. This distinction is granted for a tangible contribution to the protection of the capital and support of Ukrainian military personnel during the war.
This is not about a one-time initiative, but rather systematic assistance that has continued for years. Since 2014, Shukhnin has been supporting Ukrainian servicemen, and after the start of the full-scale invasion, the scale of his activities increased significantly.
In the spring of 2022, during the active defense of Kyiv, he joined volunteer efforts together with the “Ukrainian Team” foundation. At the same time, as an entrepreneur, Anton Shukhnin organized the supply of aid for the Armed Forces of Ukraine, military intelligence (HUR), territorial defense units, and civilians in the capital.
A key feature of this work is its practical results. In particular, the military received a Mitsubishi L200 pickup truck used for combat missions, as well as regular food supplies in Kyiv during the most difficult stages of the fighting.
A separate focus was placed on equipment: dozens of body armor vests and helmets were delivered, along with charging stations that ensured communication and the operation of equipment during shelling and power outages.
Over time, this assistance evolved into systematic work through the Domino Foundation charitable organization. The foundation became the main tool for coordinating the transfer of vehicles, equipment, and gear to units of Ukraine’s Defense Forces.
Among the delivered items is a Dodge RAM pickup truck currently operating in the Pokrovsk direction. In frontline conditions, such vehicles perform critical functions: transporting personnel, evacuating the wounded, and delivering ammunition.
The military also received a specialized Mercedes-Benz Sprinter adapted for use in combat zones. Its technical characteristics allow it to carry out tasks where standard vehicles cannot cope.
Modern technology is also an important part of the support. Domino Foundation supplies units with unmanned aerial vehicles, including Mavic-type drones used for reconnaissance, artillery adjustment, and combat operations.
Overall, Anton Shukhnin’s activities cover the full spectrum of support—from basic needs to high-tech frontline equipment. This comprehensive approach is what led to him being awarded the “For Contribution to the Defense of Kyiv” distinction.