SCM shareholder Rinat Akhmetov has met members of the Supervisory Board of the Rinat Akhmetov Foundation. They reviewed the Foundation's results for 2026, agreed its programme mandate for 2027 and discussed strategic priorities for the next five years. The Foundation's focus remains on people: Ukraine's defenders, young people and talented people who choose Ukraine. Since the start of the full-scale invasion, Mr Akhmetov has directed approximately $404 million* (UAH 15 billion) to support the Armed Forces of Ukraine and help Ukrainian civilians.
What did Rinat Akhmetov discuss with the Supervisory Board of Rinat Akhmetov Foundation?
Rinat Akhmetov, founder of the Rinat Akhmetov Foundation, met the Foundation's Supervisory Board members and Director to review the year. They looked at the results of 2026, analysed the initiatives the Foundation has delivered and planned its work for next year and the longer term.
"We met with the Foundation team to analyse how this year is going, what worked and what did not. And most importantly, to forecast and plan for next year and the years ahead," said Mr Akhmetov.
What is the purpose of the Rinat Akhmetov Foundation's work?
The Foundation works to help Ukraine withstand Russia's war and to support people affected by it.
"Our work is aimed at helping Ukraine to stand firm and achieve a just and lasting peace. And, of course, at helping people. People in need. People who have found themselves in a very difficult situation," said Mr Akhmetov.
He thanked the Foundation team for their work, their commitment and the help they give to people in need and in difficult circumstances.
What are the Foundation's priorities for 2027 and beyond?
The Foundation received its programme mandate for 2027 and discussed its strategic priorities for the next five years. Its focus is on Ukraine's defenders, young people and talented people who choose to build their future in Ukraine.
Natalya Yemchenko, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at SCM and Chair of the Supervisory Board of the Rinat Akhmetov Foundation, said:
"We reported on our results for 2026, received the Foundation's programme mandate for 2027 and discussed our strategic priorities for the next five years. In short, we work for the good of Ukraine and its European future. Our focus is on people – above all, Ukraine's defenders, young people and talented people who choose Ukraine."
How much has Rinat Akhmetov contributed since the full-scale invasion?
Since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion, Rinat Akhmetov has directed approximately $404 million (UAH 15 billion) to support the Armed Forces of Ukraine and help Ukrainian civilians.
*Converted at the average exchange rate for each year since the full scale invasion.
