How Dorset residents can help people in Ukraine

Just a few days ago, a group was set-up by a handful of people asking for donations for families and people fleeing the Russian invasion.

Since then, the incredible gesture has spiralled, with Help from Bournemouth to Ukraine group, temporarily having to halt donations as they moved their operation to the empty Argos store at Castlepoint following a generous offer from management there.

Where can I donate to people in Ukraine?

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People of Dorchester, we have a big school hall to fill.

The Prince of Wales School is working in partnership with Food Plus Boscombe to bring help to Ukraine.
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• Former Argos store, Castlepoint, Bournemouth
• Parkstone Deli, Ashley Road, Poole
• Lewis Dean Estate and Letting Agents, Moorland Way Parade, Poole
• St George's Church, Langton Matravers
• Thrive Health and Wellness Store, Bournemouth
• Anna Home Care, Oakdale Road
• Ferndown Post Office
• Southern Limited Heaters, Brockenhurst
• Mploy Staffing Solutions, Christchurch
• Peartree Business Centre, Cobham Rd, Ferndown Industrial Estate
• Foodplus in Weymouth
• Christchurch Baptist Church, Tuesday from 9am

You can also drop off any items at Argos Castlepoint 9-6 until Thursday pic.twitter.com/ityH0y4dI4

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People with donations can drop them off in the main Argos store at Castlepoint - through the blue doors - on the top level of Castlepoint between 9am and 6pm daily.

Karol Swiacki, organiser of Help from Bournemouth to Ukraine, said: “They will give us almost everything, boxes, trolleys - it’s just fantastic.

“They will also support our action with their 20,000 customers - that’s out of this world.”

Thousands of donations have been pouring in from Dorset residents to help people affected by the war in Ukraine.

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What is needed?

• Thermal Blankets
• Sleeping Bags
• Pillows (covered in plastic film)
• Hygiene essentials such as soap, bath & shower creme etc., including:
• Toothpaste
• Toothbrushes
• Hairbrushes
• Feminine care items such as pads, panty liners, tampons, hygienic wipes, etc.
• Antiseptic products
• Sleeping mats
• Thermos flasks
• Disposable cutlery
• First aid supplies
• Baby food and milk