CEO Martha Powell's Statement on the Ukraine Crisis

CEO Martha Powell's Statement on the Ukraine Crisis

Dear friends and supporters,

We have all been touched by the crisis happening in Ukraine. Our hearts break as we watch the atrocities from afar. LCF stands with the Ukrainian community and is here to support in whatever ways we can. The situation in Ukraine has escalated rapidly and has become one of the most significant humanitarian and refugee crises in our time. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, just and equitable community where everyone belongs, and that commitment reaches beyond the borders of London and Middlesex. Even though this is a global issue, we are prepared to support Ukrainian refugees as we welcome them into our community in the coming months. London and Middlesex already has a significant Ukrainian population and whether it be a friend, neighbour, colleague or your own family members, many of us have been personally impacted by this crisis and are looking for meaningful ways to give. If you are looking to support the Ukrainian community, we have compiled several ways for you to contribute:

Local:

• Cross-Cultural Learner Centre (CCLC) Ukraine Newcomer Fund: This short-term fund will support the immediate needs of those living and studying in London who have been affected by the crisis in Ukraine in 2022. In addition to funds being distributed directly to newcomers, CCLC will also require funding to hire additional staff to assist with resettlement efforts.

National/International:

• Canadian Medical Response Teams

• Canadian Red Cross

• Canada-Ukraine Foundation

• Good Neighbours Canada - Ukraine Crisis Appeal

• Medecins Sans Frontieres (Doctors Without Borders)

• Plan International Canada for families fleeing Ukraine

• Save the Children

• The UN Refugee Agency Canada

• UNICEF Canada

*Donations to all of the above organizations are eligible for a tax receipt

If you are looking to make a grant from your fund to support one of the the above initiatives, please contact Angela Franceschino, Donor Relations Specialist (Angela@lcf.on.ca or 519-667-1600 ext. 114).

Our hearts are with all those affected by the crisis in Ukraine. We are grateful to live in such a caring community and to see so many Londoners supporting Ukrainians locally as well as overseas. I encourage you to reach out to LCF or any of the above agencies and make a gift if you are able. 

Warmly,

Martha Powell
President & CEO
London Community Foundation