Mandry in UA is a model of places where veterans, families and civilians can recover through nature, travel,
calm spaces, community and a new culture of eco-tourism.

The project combines social impact, tourism infrastructure and investment potential —
opening Ukraine to Ukrainians and international visitors.

The Problem

Ukraine needs safe and accessible places for the recovery of veterans, families and civilians. After the war, the need for nature-based locations for rest, retreats, family reset, community events and reintegration into active civilian life will continue to grow.

At the same time, Ukraine has enormous untapped recreational potential, but lacks modern infrastructure for camper travel, RV tourism, eco-tourism and organized outdoor recreation.

The Solution

Mandry in UA is creating the first pilot modern Camper & RV Campsite in Zakarpattia, Western Ukraine.It will be a space for camper and RV pitches, cabins, service infrastructure, café, showers, events, family recreation, retreats and veteran recovery.

The pilot location is designed to become a scalable model for Ukraine — with future sites every 300 km, from Uzhhorod to Luhansk and from Kyiv to Yalta.

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Camper and RV pitches
Cabins / tiny homes
Showers and service area
Café and small shop
Retreat and event space
Family recreation zone
Parking and access road
Inclusive recovery-friendly infrastructure
Open-air events
Veteran retreats
Corporate and community events

Retreats and Events

Mandry in UA is not only a place to stay overnight or rest. It is a future space for veteran retreats, family programs, trainings, educational events, community meetings, corporate off-sites, small festivals and events for civilians.

The location should work as a place where people can stop, recover, communicate, gain new experience, spend time with family and reconnect with themselves, their loved ones and Ukraine.

Recovery and PTSD-Related Challenges

Mandry in UA was created by a veteran who understands recovery not in theory, but through personal experience. Maksym Stukalo wants to share with other veterans what he personally felt to be important after war: nature, silence, family, movement, community, dignity and a safe environment for returning to life.

The project is not a medical clinic and does not replace professional therapy. However, it creates a veteran-led recovery environment that can support people facing PTSD-related challenges, emotional exhaustion, anxiety and difficult reintegration after war.

National Network Every 300 km

The first pilot in Zakarpattia is the starting model for a future national network of modern Camper & RV Campsites across Ukraine.

The vision is to create locations every 300 km — from Uzhhorod to Luhansk, from Kyiv to Yalta. This opens Ukraine to Ukrainians and international guests and creates new infrastructure for domestic tourism, recovery and regional development.

Why This Matters for Investors

First-mover opportunity in Ukraine’s future tourism infrastructure
Strong social impact: recovery of veterans, families and communities
Scalable model for a nationwide Camper & RV Campsite network
Growing demand for domestic tourism, eco-tourism, retreats and nature-based recovery
Created by a Ukrainian veteran with real business, management and operational experience

Investment Ask

Mandry in UA is seeking $1M to launch the first pilot location in Zakarpattia, Western Ukraine.The investment will support land preparation, utilities, access road, camper and RV pitches, service hub, showers, café, cabins / tiny homes, equipment, landscaping, inclusive infrastructure and operational launch.

Invest in the first pilot. Help build Ukraine’s future recovery and eco-tourism network.

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About the Founder

Maksym Stukalo — is a Ukrainian veteran, combat officer, entrepreneur, NaUKMA trainer and founder of the veteran-led project Mandry in UA.
Before the War
Maksym had 16 years of experience in international companies including Coca-Cola, Philip Morris, METRO Cash & Carry and ZAKAZ.UA — from business training and sales leadership to national management roles.
During the War
On February 24, 2022, Maksym joined the defense of Ukraine. He served as a combat officer and commander of a fire support platoon, gaining firsthand understanding of the needs, challenges and realities faced by service members and veterans.
After Returning from War
After returning to civilian life, Maksym created Mandry in UA to help veterans, families and civilians recover through nature, travel, community and safe spaces. The project is based on his personal experience of service, recovery and reintegration
Today
Today, Maksym is developing Mandry in UA as a future network of modern Camper & RV Campsites, recovery spaces, retreats and eco-tourism locations in Ukraine. He also designs and delivers training programs on veteran-related topics for public institutions, universities, social services and businesses.
More about Maksym: maxstukalo.com
Maksym Stukalo