The Builders Merchants Federation has launched the second stage of its national appeal to support the people of Ukraine.
The trade association has already raised more than £21,000 on its JustGiving page since the appeal was launched just a week ago.
After receiving information from its builders' merchant colleagues in Ukraine, the BMF is co-ordinating the donation of vital goods, which are urgently required on the ground.
The BMF has carefully selected a charity in Coventry, ‘Feed The Hungry’, which has the capability to ensure much needed warm clothing and other essential items reach the right people. Feed the Hungry has dedicated warehousing facilities, logistics into Romania and Poland, and years of experience in delivering vital aid.
The charity has already transported over 40 tonnes of items to two warehouses in Poland and Romania, which has been distributed out to centres and community groups helping refugees from Ukraine.
The charity is currently collating a shipment of:
Anyone who wishes to donate any items can send them to BMF Head Office, 1180 Elliott Court, Coventry Business Park, Coventry, West Midlands CV5 6UB. The BMF will then ensure they are delivered to Feed The Hungry, and then transported directly to refugees in Eastern Europe.
If your would prefer to donate money to help the people of Ukraine, the dedicated BMF Just Giving page is still available to raise vital funds at www.justgiving.com/fundraising/builders-merchants-federation-ltd
- £10 could provide essential hygiene supplies for one person for one month
- £20 could provide emergency food for one person for one month
- £50 could provide blankets for four families to keep them warm
- £80 could provide essential hygiene supplies for eight people for one month
- £100 could provide emergency food to a family of five for one month
- £300 could provide blankets for 24 families to keep them warm
To keep up to date with the latest news and developments visit the newly built area on its website www.bmf.org.uk/Ukraine_Appeal
