I will add my two cents to this discussion as evidence of how difficult it is to live in Kyiv. My friends and several of their families were unable to leave this city on time. While they were deciding whether to go to Europe or to Russia, one son was drafted into the army, and he died, to my deep regret. While the family was trying to get back to normal after such a tragic event, it became quite difficult to leave the city. The sums people had to pay to be released from the country reached mind-boggling amounts that ordinary people could not afford even in peacetime. They sold a lot to leave, but life there is not at all free, although at first, there were some benefits. In short, the amounts that we call normal for life, for Kyiv, now look like a trifle.
All the men are drafted into the army, without consent, and they are forced to hide or pay those who can send them to war.
The question for the OP is, why didn't your friend leave the country if she has children? I'm sorry about the situation, but again, the company's signature on two forums could have been multiplied into two or three accounts, naturally, without cheating. In this situation, this is a kind of way out and a privilege.
To those who have allocated their money, only respect, and yes, "give to him who asks you," and it will be given to you from above.
But unfortunately, even a small thing is sometimes very important to many.
Thanks for the informational support!
I'll just add—I paid the utility bills for a three-bedroom apartment. The monthly cost is about $250....
P.S. The situation with conscription, as in any country, is very specific, but.... For example, in March 2022, I myself submitted an application to join the Armed Forces of Ukraine, my friend, whose son I am the godfather of, also submitted an application for service six months ago, signed a contract, and went to serve in the Armed Forces of Ukraine.