Viktor Yanukovich

President of Ukraine Viktor Yanukovich, left, during visit to the Odessa Regional Charitable Foundation for Rehabilitation of Disabled Children "The Future", in Odessa, on Thursday, February 17, 2011. Viktor Yanukovich toured the institution, talked with the children being treated there and their parents. "I would like to say the words of gratitude to all those involved in this very important, noble and very necessary project," Viktor Yanukovich said. He praised the work of the fund, which is a nongovernmental institution, and called it a shining example of the effective cooperation of the people of goodwill with the business. He noted that the fund definitely conducts a "tremendous social work.” President Yanukovich expressed confidence that the example will be supported in other regions of Ukraine. "We will be repeating the practice. It will be a part of the government social programs in Ukraine," he said. Viktor Yanukovich has also presented gifts to the fund, including the special rehabilitation and training equipment. "I wish all kids that they find themselves in life ... We will be helping and will be by your side," he said. Photo by Mikhail Markiv / POOL / UNIAN