If you do wish to donate goods then we are also aware of those listed below who are currently accepting donations please check their page for up to date information: Saffron Oriental Foodshop Elwira Sawczuk, one of the owners of The Touch of Poland shop on Tomnahurich Street said: Today, on the first day, we are in a great shock so many good people have brought donations for refugees from Ukraine. But we will need your help! 0, Lewis Hamilton makes entrance in eye-catching pink outfitahead of French Grand Prix, express.co.uk See our GoFundMe Giving Guarantee. Volunteer Aldona Fryc-Danielewska said: We are desperately trying to help people who have been made homeless and are refugees to Poland. We are delighted to see the return of customers to our facilities. Ukraine Crisis Appeal | British Red Cross, Inverness Cathedral Dedicated to St Andrew. Theres still no support in Poland for private people who host Ukrainian refugees. I speak for everyone within the Council when I say we stand firmly in support of the Ukrainian people, who are experiencing the most unimaginable fear. Mike Evans And the Lewisham Donation Hub on Lewisham High Street in south east London is taking donations every Sunday. ,1 minutes ago Meeting with like-minded people will also help the mental health of those traumatised by the invasion of Ukraine and give advice and support as they make new lives in the Highlands.

IV1 1DF, Our successful Small Business Focus for the month of July, Inverness BID are on the hunt for a new member, Five Public Access Defibrillators have been installed in Inverness city, Inverness BID Limited By continuing to browse the site you are agreeing to our use of cookies -, https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/aberdeenhelpukraine, https://www.facebook.com/groups/1802548003151867. Or email for a list of drop off points: hannah.thsr@outlook.com, We dont have a permanent premises, instead holding pop up sorting days at various locations. 2021 Associated Newspapers Limited. High Life Highland will be donating over 15,000 to the Disaster Emergency Committee appeal for Ukraine following a weekend of fundraising. Get expert advice. I also know that a huge amount of organisations joined the Highland for Ukraine weekend, so a big thanks to communities across the Highlands for taking part and making it such a success., - We need urgent help for them. The generosity of locals in helping provide urgently needed items has now led to call for aid in making sure that transport is available to get the goods to the Polish-Urkaine border for forwarding on. Visit our Help Center. High Life Highland Chairman Ian Ross added: Due to the amazing efforts of our customers and staff, we are very proud to be able to donate to the DEC charities, providing food, water, shelter and medical assistance. The Polish community in Inverness has set up a collection point for urgently needed items for Ukrainian refugees. Your monetary donations are warmly welcomed also, please see here for, For press enquiries email: This morning I heard as I drove to Inverness an article on the BBC where a Highland businessman is trying to collect aid to take to the fleeing immigrants. A number of major charities have set up appeal funds accepting online donations to support Ukrainian refugees. ,3 minutes ago

I am advised that at present Blythswood are reviewing the situation but due to economic waste and export rules etc they themselves are simply sending cash directly to partner organisations as they feel that to be more effective and efficient use of resources. 17 Queensgate She continued: We definitely need a warehouse to store all the donations because there is no more space in the shop. Ad Technology Providers list Aberdeens Beach Tree Cafe owner takes on Sanddollar legacy with relish and a bit of family help, Lucky lamb is rescued by digger-driving neighbour after falling down drain, VSA unveils 800,000 plans to open new Aberdeen recovery centre amid mental health ticking time bomb fears, Taxi driver gets Aberdeen bus gate fine for taking dad, 91, to get disabled badge, REVIEW: Eden Courts The Stamping Ground is a love letter to Runrig and our land, Aberdeen couples dream holiday at risk because of four-question GP form, Terms and Conditions for Subscriptions (excluding Home News Delivery Subscriptions), Evening Express and Press and Journal combined site. Black Isle Refugee community Network is agroup currently helping the resettlement of people displaced by the war in Ukraine. and The Rogue Fox Coffee House in Newport, Wales is taking donations of thermal clothes, hats and gloves, duvets, blankets, sleeping bags and pillows during this week. Friday 11th March to Monday 14th March at Muir of Ord Showground. Registered office 12/13 Ardross Street, Inverness IV3 5NS. We need personal hygiene things, such as nappies, period products and items that people will need in this emergency.. Email: [emailprotected]. Polish restaurant Agie and Katie in Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent is also accepting donations of medical supplies, baby items and sleeping bags. Why do a war mystery, an axe and a tweed suit feature in an Inverness wedding exhibition? United Help Ukraine Helping People. High Life Highland thanks staff and public for Ukraine donations. Part of this involves using cookies to collect anonymous data for statistics and personalization. This site uses cookies. Everyone more than welcome as always, the more stuff we get sorted, the more practical aid we can send.

Ms Fryc-Danielewska explains that her own family, who already foster seven children have taken in refugees. Western Isles refugee charity seeks volunteers to welcome Arabic family to Stornoway, Character and charm to be kept as old Peterhead police station to be converted into business centre. Are there any transport companies from Inverness and surrounding areas that could bring the collected donations to Poland? The North London Collection Centre in Willesden Lane, north west London is taking nappies, sanitary items, towels, reusable cutlery, toothbrushes and underwear. United Help Ukraine Helping People. We need clothes and shoes in all ages and sizes. She said: My family has taken in 14 more people. Antnio Guterres, the UN Secretary-General, said on Tuesday the UN and partners are now working 24-7 to assess humanitarian needs and scale up aid, particularly to women, children, older people and those with disabilities. Other local fundraising efforts include the owners of the Coffee Apothecary in Ellon, Jonny and Ali Aspden who are giving over a full days takings to the Red Cross appeal . The Polish White Eagle Club in Balham, south London is accepting clothing, bedding and other items to help refugees from Ukraine. However having contacts on the board of Blythswood, who have been specialising in such work for decades to specifically the countries most affected including Ukraine itself I thought it might make sense to partner with them if the desire existed in our members to simplyDO SOMETHING TO HELP.. IV1 1DF, T: +44 (0)1463 714550 . "Aberdeenshire is home to people from across the globe and this is something that we should all be proud of and be active in fostering. Inverness calling: Do you remember The Clash gig of 1982? If these collections point are not in your area, it may be worth contacting charities directly such as the British Red Cross and Save the Children or local charity shops or local councils to find your closest donation point. Please note that although we are not actively collecting, this will give you an idea of our usual items that are in need: Remember our facebook group has the most up to date information. Organising a collection for mattresses, clothes, shoes and personal hygiene items, the group say items will be transported to Aberdeen before going to the Polish border. Inverness Telephone: 01349 781700. E: info@inverness.uk.com, 2021 Inverness Bid. Shop owner Tomasz Sawczuk with some of the large quantity of goods donated. A link has been emailed to you - check your inbox.

More than 100 people have already come forward to help, but she urged others to also get involved including businesses in the Highlands. ), Underwear for everyone (preferably new, but we do accept good quality second-hand! Malvern Bakehouse in Malvern, Worcestershire is collecting baby clothes, soft toys, first-aid items, blankets and sleeping bags. The Friends and Neighbours Centre in Neath, Wales will be accepting donations from 11am to 1pm on 3 March. SC407011 and is a registered Scottish charity No. Some of the possible Charities already on the ground are listed below for your assistance if you wish to donate: Blythswood Care | Blythswood Care And the Beared Broz, a volunteer community in Smethwick, Birmingham, is gathering clothes to send out to refugees. July 20, 2022, High Life Highland is a company limited by guarantee registered in Scotland No. We are always working to improve your experience on our website. Because of the nature of the Highlands, with sometimes large distances to travel, we would like to be able to fund some of the travel and booking of venues where Ukrainians can meet, talk and socialise. First Floor We may also use your data to tailor ads for you and our partners will collect data and use cookies for ad personalisation and measurement. Tens of thousands of people are escaping Ukraine and we need your help.. We would ask all customers to remain vigilant to any COVID symptoms and if you are displaying any or generally feel unwell, ask that you seek further medical advice/guidance as identified within the current Government Guidance and follow FACTs. If the content contained herein violates any of your rights, including those of copyright, you are requested to immediately notify us using via the following email address operanews-external(at)opera.com, Liz Truss storms ahead of Rishi Sunak in latest polling, Inside Team Truss: slow off the mark but catching up fast in race for No 10, YouTuber Joe nominated for Proud of Barnsley award, wearebarnsley.com Chief Executive Contact us with your questions and well answer, day or night. Further information including current drop off points and a full list of items required can be found at https://www.facebook.com/groups/1802548003151867. High Life Highland Chief Executive Steve Walsh said: We have all seen the awful scenes from Ukraine and I am delighted and honoured that High Life Highland customers and staff have worked so selflessly together this weekend to help those in desperate need. At a national level work is also ongoing to identify routes for transport of aid, both financial aid and medical to Ukraine. Golspie, Sleat Isle of Skye, and Lochaber. So that means they are now providing an extra 21 beds.