Andriy Shevchenko has issued a plea for the people of Ukraine who "need help" amid Russia's invasion.
The former Ukraine boss, who was in charge at Italian side Genoa until January, is his country's record goalscorer.
Russia continues to mount a military charge on the orders of President Vladimir Putin, which has already claimed hundreds of civilian lives.
The conflict shows no sign of ending with former boxing champion, and now major of Kyiv, Vitali Klitschko joining the efforts to defend Ukraine.
Shevchenko has asked that people help - both financially and morally - where they can.
He told DAZN: "We ask for help to find funds: Ukraine lacks food and medical equipment is running low. We need everything, but also moral support: people must protest and talk more, Ukraine needs more humanity.
"We must demonstrate to stop this war, try in every way to help my country win this battle, to end the war as soon as possible. We must cancel all human losses.
"War is the worst thing there is. My country, right now, is going through hell. I am trying to reach people's hearts to raise funds and help: there are so many people in Ukraine who need help."
Sport has done what it can to sanction Russia with UEFA and FIFA taking steps.
Both footballing governing bodies suspended the national team and their clubs from all levels of competition for the foreseeable future.
Countries around Europe have also held demonstrations highlighting their support for Ukraine, but Shevchenko still wants more action to be taken.
"The world of sport is proving to be alongside Ukraine: much is already being done, but fundraising is important for us. The right channel to donate is that of the Red Cross, the official one of the Government is fine too," he added.
"I talked a lot with the Italian ambassador to speed up and understand how to raise funds to help: many shelters and many people need basic necessities.
"I want to thank the Italian people for the support shown to my country, it was very important to hear it.
"Thank you very much, Italy was my second homeland and will forever remain a very important nation for me: now it is also for Ukraine.
"Thank you for everything and please help us: we know that these last two years have been difficult for the world but, if you can, check the Ukrainian embassy websites and help us."
