The Church of Saint Makariy in Zainsk collected assistance for the fighters amounting to 9.3 million rubles.

      Parishioners of the Church of St. Macarius of Zainsk continue to support the military. With the funds from the believers, radios, antennas, a drone detector, construction materials, and other necessary equipment have been purchased. To date, the church has sent aid to the fighters totaling over 9.3 million rubles.

      Support that reaches the front lines. The Zainsk Church of St. Macarius has become one of the most important centers for collecting humanitarian aid for participants in the special military operation. Parishioners and clergy do not remain indifferent — they regularly raise funds and purchase what the fighters need here and now. The last batch of aid was formed not "by eye," but according to specific requests from the front lines. The military clearly stated what they needed. Thanks to donations from parishioners, it was possible to acquire:

      sector antennas and cables;

      5 modern radios;

      a drone detection device;

      cross-frame optics and a set of media converters;

      an engine for the IKK "PAZ";

      construction materials — boards and plywood.

      Nikolai Tikhonov, Yuri Evdokimov, Rishat Shakirov, and Erkin Kasimov actively participated in the collection and delivery of the cargo. These individuals help with logistics and delivery on a voluntary basis, spending their personal time.

      Help from local businesses. Entrepreneurs also did not remain indifferent. From the "Kuvalda" store, Nailya Khanum donated 75 pairs of work gloves to the fighters, as well as nails and screws — small items that are indispensable at the front.

      An impressive amount over time. To date, the Church of St. Macarius has sent items and equipment to participants in the special military operation totaling 9 million 300 thousand rubles. This is not just a number. Behind every ruble is the labor of parishioners, their faith, and their desire to help those who risk their lives for the country.

      Spiritual and material support. The Church of St. Macarius has become not only a spiritual refuge for Zainsk fighters but also a real material support. Clergy regularly pray for the military, and parishioners prove by their actions: "We do not abandon our own." The collection of aid continues. Plans include new shipments and new purchases based on requests from the front lines.

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      Yulia Kazamarova

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      The Church of St. Macarius in Zainsk has collected aid for the fighters totaling 9.3 million rubles. Parishioners of the Church of St. Macarius of Zainsk continue to support the military. 16:56 19.04.2026 News of Zainsk - Zainsk

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