Ukraine Appeal and Sunflower Ukrainian School Support the “Milton Keynes City of Culture 2029 – Back the Bid” Campaign
Ukraine Appeal and Sunflower Ukrainian School proudly support Milton Keynes’ bid to become UK City of Culture 2029. Together with our children, parents, teachers, volunteers and the wider Ukrainian community in Milton Keynes, we are backing the campaign to celebrate the city’s creativity, diversity and cultural strength.
Ukrainian young people take part in Milton Keynes Armed Forces Flag Raising
Sunflower Ukrainian Supplementary School proudly joined the Milton Keynes Armed Forces Day Flag Raising, where pupil Melaniia Borysenko read the poem “Peace in Our Time,” symbolising unity, gratitude, and shared hope between the UK and Ukraine.
Ukraine Appeal Shortlisted for MK Community Foundation Charity Awards
Ukraine Appeal has been shortlisted as a finalist in the MK Community Foundation Charity Awards 2026 in the Arts & Heritage category. This recognition highlights our cultural, educational, and community work in Milton Keynes and the positive impact we’ve made over the past year.
40 Years Since the Chornobyl Disaster: Remembrance Day in Milton Keynes (VIDEO)
Milton Keynes marks 40 years since the Chornobyl disaster with a community remembrance event honouring victims and promoting peace. Organised by Viktoriya Shtanko on behalf of Ukraine Appeal, Sunflower Ukrainian School, and the Ukrainian community in Milton Keynes, in partnership with the MK Peace Pagoda and The Parks Trust.
Supporting Ohmatdyt: How Our Community Turned Compassion Into Action
Ukraine Appeal and Ukrainian community in Milton Keynes donated £500 to support Ohmatdyt Children’s Hospital in Kyiv through a community‑led fundraiser and emergency appeal. Thanks to donations from our “Andriyivski Vechornytsi” charity performance, additional contributions after the missile attack on the hospital, and the commitment of our volunteers, essential medicines have now been purchased and delivered. This joint effort by the Milton Keynes Ukrainian community, Sunflower School, and our partners in Ukraine shows how compassion and unity can bring real help to children in need.
Andriivski Vechornytsi in Milton Keynes (PHOTO)
This December, the Ukrainian community of Milton Keynes, together with Ukraine Appeal, gathered for a fun and colourful celebration of Andriivski Vechornytsi — one of the most beloved youth traditions that has been part of Ukrainian culture for centuries. See photos from our vibrant celebration, uniting young people — and all who feel young at heart — through Ukrainian traditions, music, and festive fun.
Ukrainian Community of Milton Keynes Joins Vyshyvanka Parade in London
Representatives of the Ukrainian community in Milton Keynes joined the vibrant Vyshyvanka Parade in London, proudly showcasing traditional embroidery and cultural heritage. Ukraine Appeal Charity took part in the march, celebrating unity, identity, and support for Ukraine. More photos from the event are now available.