Once more, thanks again to EL!!! Two things stood out for me, Ukraine, known as the bread basket of Europe, will not be able to export as much grain as the country would like causing shortages elsewhere plus price gouging. The second thing, Putin may not "totally" agree with the comment made by the MP of the United Russia Party, which included, "There will be no return to the past". Putin's goal being a return to the past glory of the USSR.
Thank you for reporting this EL. It is much appreciated. Our delivery system is still going strong but some have dropped out due to the cost of fuel. Several people have offered money but we can't accept it so at least there will be an online facility soon for financial donations.
I am having a week off from delivering goods to the lorry centre as I am so tired. We have managed to persuade two local firms to lend their larger vans to go around the collection points and take the goods to the main centre where the lorries will take it straight to Ukraine. To say I am knackered is an understatement but it is the most worthwhile thing I think I have ever done.
Now to catch up on all the emails!!!
Please keep going with the updates - they are so very much appreciated. Don't forget the minirolls!
Pleased to read that Ukraine is taking fundraising into its own hands. As we all now know, non-profits and trusts take “administrative” cuts, but at least with United24, that cut will stay within Ukraine. I imagine it will not be a like a Delaware foundation that can take up to 95% of donations in expenses. Additionally I worry that donations to global organizations might not get to Ukraine, but instead be spread out to other causes. Will keep looking for the United24 donation button to push. Thank you for making us aware of it.
Thank you again @EL for starting and keeping up this blog. What a herculean task! I can barely keep up reading your excellent posts, the referenced source materials, and all the wonderful comments. THANK YOU!
Once more, thanks again to EL!!! Two things stood out for me, Ukraine, known as the bread basket of Europe, will not be able to export as much grain as the country would like causing shortages elsewhere plus price gouging. The second thing, Putin may not "totally" agree with the comment made by the MP of the United Russia Party, which included, "There will be no return to the past". Putin's goal being a return to the past glory of the USSR.
Thank you for reporting this EL. It is much appreciated. Our delivery system is still going strong but some have dropped out due to the cost of fuel. Several people have offered money but we can't accept it so at least there will be an online facility soon for financial donations.
I am having a week off from delivering goods to the lorry centre as I am so tired. We have managed to persuade two local firms to lend their larger vans to go around the collection points and take the goods to the main centre where the lorries will take it straight to Ukraine. To say I am knackered is an understatement but it is the most worthwhile thing I think I have ever done.
Now to catch up on all the emails!!!
Please keep going with the updates - they are so very much appreciated. Don't forget the minirolls!
Pleased to read that Ukraine is taking fundraising into its own hands. As we all now know, non-profits and trusts take “administrative” cuts, but at least with United24, that cut will stay within Ukraine. I imagine it will not be a like a Delaware foundation that can take up to 95% of donations in expenses. Additionally I worry that donations to global organizations might not get to Ukraine, but instead be spread out to other causes. Will keep looking for the United24 donation button to push. Thank you for making us aware of it.
Thank you again @EL for starting and keeping up this blog. What a herculean task! I can barely keep up reading your excellent posts, the referenced source materials, and all the wonderful comments. THANK YOU!