The participants of the Maslenitsa festival handed over part of the proceeds to their fighters

Participants of the Maslenitsa festival, held in Moscow, donated part of the proceeds to the soldiers of the special military operation (SVO). This was announced on February 27 on the website of the mayor of the capital, Sergei Sobyanin. mos.ru .

Entrepreneurs who worked at the festival venues allocated money for the purchase of necessary goods for the military. Many entrepreneurs help out regularly by sending their products and funds to charities.

Almaz Mukhametshin, a beekeeper, began collecting humanitarian supplies from the first days of his military operation, handing over honey and other bee products to the fighters. His nephew is also serving at the front. Mukhametshin continues to send parcels of groceries for every holiday.

Businessman Nazar Belonogov delivers humanitarian supplies, including food and cars. Recently, his team sent a UAZ for the military to the front. He continues to help by purchasing essential supplies.

"We are with them (military personnel. — Ed.) in constant contact. As soon as they tell us what needs to be purchased, we immediately do it and ship it. These are mainly basic necessities and protection for the front line," Belonogov said.

Chefs from Moscow restaurants also joined the fundraiser by preparing Shrovetide treats. All the proceeds were donated to the needs of the SVO fighters.

Many small business owners participating in the festival donate their products or funds to help military personnel, as well as collaborate with volunteers to deliver humanitarian supplies to the front.

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