Donations and help
If you want to make financial donations to support Ukrainians affected by the war there are a number of organisations in the UK receiving donations and coordinating support as well as international organisations.
UK organisations asking for donations:
The Disaster Emergency Committee (DEC) have launched a Ukraine humanitarian appeal where you can donate to support Ukrainian families. DEC charities and their local partners are in Ukraine and in neighbouring countries providing food, water, shelter and medical assistance.
The British Red Cross have a Ukraine Crisis Appeal and are accepting donations to support them with their operations assisting newly arrived Ukrainians in the UK as well as contributing to their international response by providing emergency provisions, healthcare and other support to families in Ukraine.
The Association of Ukrainians in Great Britain (AUGB) are running a GoFundMe page to support Ukrainian refugees, they accept monetary donations to fund food, hygiene and medical packs, and other everyday essentials with specifications set by UNICEF and the World Health Organisation (WHO). There are many branches throughout the UK and you can find support in your local area.
Poland
The Polish Embassy are requesting that people send funds to recognised organisations, but don't send material goods to the country. For further information, check the Humanitarian aid to Ukraine Gov.pl website (www.gov.pl)
International humanitarian organisations asking for donations:
- OutRight Action (LGBTQ+)
- People in Need
- Save the Children
- Ukrainian Red Cross
- UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency
Volunteering
Volunteering may be a useful way to provide support to those affected by the Ukraine crisis.
You can contact your local volunteer advice centre for information on volunteering opportunities in your area.
Volunteer to give legal advice
To volunteer to give pro bono legal advice, please contact projectu@dlapiper.com with the email subject line “volunteer.”
You can contact your local volunteer advice centre for information on volunteering opportunities in your area.