Mission Kyiv: 2,000 km march for veteran support and medical Aid
On 1 June, four Dutch military veterans launched an extraordinary relay march from The Hague to Kyiv a 2,000 km journey carried out at remarkable speed, covering 120 km per day.
Along the way, they were joined by veterans and active service members from multiple nations, united in their mission to raise awareness, support medical aid and stand in solidarity with Ukraine.
As DeltaQuad, we proudly walked part of this mission, joining for 9 km. Though a small portion of the route, the experience made a deep impact on our team, a moment of connection, endurance and shared purpose. We also captured striking aerial footage to honour the march and offer a unique visual narrative of its scope and meaning.
Watch our video capturing a part of the march with aerial footage and impressions from the ground.
Expanding the path: From border to Kyiv
In coordination with the Dutch Ministry of Defence, the final destination was shifted to the Ukrainian border. But the march didn't end there. Ukrainian veterans from DoLadu Mental Health picked up the baton and carried it another 600 km to Kyiv, completing the full 2,600 km journey. A powerful continuation and proof that mission-driven momentum doesn't fade at the border.
Collaboration that creates real impact
Mission Kyiv was initiated by the Netherlands for Ukraine Foundation, co-founded by Dutch veteran and mental health advocate Robin Imthorn. With deep expertise in trauma recovery and resilience, Robin’s work is centred on the belief that all veterans regardless of nationality deserve lasting psychological and physical support.
Every €50 donation symbolised one kilometre of the march and directly funded medical aid, evacuation resources, and rehabilitation for Ukrainian veterans and first responders. But the deeper message remains: care for those who serve must include mental health and that support should never be siloed by borders.
Why DeltaQuad walked
Beyond providing UAV technology to strengthen Ukraine’s frontline resilience, joining the march offered a meaningful opportunity to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with those we serve. It deepened our understanding of field realities, strengthened relationships and reaffirmed our commitment to building robust systems for high-risk environments.
Most of all, it reminded us of a simple truth: resilience isn’t just engineered, it’s lived. And it’s our responsibility to match that spirit with tools and support worthy of those who rely on them.
Although the mission is complete, the message endures.
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