Ukrainian soldiers raise money by writing custom notes on artillery shells for $40 before firing...

...""You will receive a photo of your signed grenade."

Sokolenko told Insider that this is an informal arrangement and is not endorsed by senior Ukrainian military commanders. The images, he said, are unlikely to give away the soldiers' identities and locations.

Sokolenko said he takes orders online, especially via his Telegram channel, and works with a local NGO to get the shells inscribed. Then he sends the pictures back and passes the $40 to the NGO.

The NGO, "Center for Assistance to the Army, Veterans and Their Families," independently confirmed to Insider that Sokolenko is a registered volunteer who has sent it more than $18,000."...