Eurovision winners Kalush Orchestra sell trophy to buy drones for Ukraine’s military

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Eurovision Song Contest winners Kalush Orchestra have raised $900,000 (£713,000) for Ukraine’s military by auctioning off their trophy.

The historic moment the group won Eurovision with their entry “Stefania” was an emotional one for viewers around the world. Kalush Orchestra earned 631 points, most of which came from the public vote in a stunning show of solidarity from Europe after Russia’s brutal invasion of Ukraine in February.

Now, the group has made their victory even more impactful.

On Sunday, the rap and folk band’s crystal microphone trophy was auctioned off via Facebook by Ukrainian TV presenter Serhiy Prytula.

During the auction, Prytula announced that the money raised would go towards a PD-2 unmanned aerial drone system, including three aircraft and a ground control station, for Ukraine’s military.

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Kalush Orchestra frontman Oleg Psyuk also sold his now-legendary pink bucket hat in a raffle.

Hey, Europe! You helped Ukraine get the @Eurovision victory.
And now you can help us win the big victory over russian occupiers! #KalushOrchestra pink hat can be yours for 5€ only! All donations go to support