## **BritishUkrainian Aid** **2023** ## **ANNUAL REPORT 2024** **www.british-ukrainianaid.org** ## **British-Ukrainian Aid** A charitable company limited by guarantee **ANNUAL REPORT and Financial Statements** **For the Year Ended 29 December 2024** Charity number 1164472 Company number 9364712 Annual Report • 2024 **British-Ukrainian Aid** ## **Table of contents** |Legal and Administrative Information
Our Aims and Objectives
How Our Activities Deliver Public Beneft
The Charity’s Main Areas of Help in 2024
Financial Review
Independent Auditor’s Report
Statement of Financial Activities
Balance Sheet
Statement of Cash Flows
Notes to the Accounts|Legal and Administrative Information
Our Aims and Objectives
How Our Activities Deliver Public Beneft
The Charity’s Main Areas of Help in 2024
Financial Review
Independent Auditor’s Report
Statement of Financial Activities
Balance Sheet
Statement of Cash Flows
Notes to the Accounts|Legal and Administrative Information
Our Aims and Objectives
How Our Activities Deliver Public Beneft
The Charity’s Main Areas of Help in 2024
Financial Review
Independent Auditor’s Report
Statement of Financial Activities
Balance Sheet
Statement of Cash Flows
Notes to the Accounts|Legal and Administrative Information
Our Aims and Objectives
How Our Activities Deliver Public Beneft
The Charity’s Main Areas of Help in 2024
Financial Review
Independent Auditor’s Report
Statement of Financial Activities
Balance Sheet
Statement of Cash Flows
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99| |---|---|---|---|---|---| ||||||| ||||||| ||||||| ||||||| ||||||| ||||||| 5 ritish-ukrainian Aid Annual Report . 2024 Legal and Administrative Information British-ukrainian A. 11 ULEZto Ukraine Receive the full London ULEZ scrappage payment of £2K-11.5K and gtveyour vehicle a se£ond life savlng Irves in Ukraine Find out more at Brit15h-UkrainlanAld.org 4r **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 The Board Committee presents its directors’ report and audited financial statements for the year ended 29 December 2024. **Charity name British-Ukrainian Aid Charity registration number** 1164472 **Company registration number** 9364712 **Principle Office and** 154 Holland Park Avenue, London, W11 4UH **Registered Office Address** **Names of the Charity trustees who managed the Charity in the reporting period** **Mr Andrii Mykhaylov** Trustee, appointed on 27 May 2024 **Ms Nadiia Pylypchuk** Trustee, appointed on 27 May 2024 **Mrs Natalia Ravlyuk** Trustee **Dr Rainer-Elk Anders** Trustee, termination of appointment on 28 November 2024 **Dr Tetyana Vovnyanko** Trustee ## **Auditors** **Goldwins Limited** 75 Maygrove Road, West Hampstead, London, NW6 2EG 9 ritish-ukrainian Aid Annual Report . 2024 OurAims and Objectives **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 **Our charity’s purposes, as set out in the objects contained in the company’s memorandum of association, are to:** **1. The relief and assistance of people** in any part of the world who are the victims of war or natural disaster, trouble, or catastrophe, in particular by the supply of medical aid to such persons and organisations caring for them. For the purpose of this clause “medical aid” means goods, services and facilities necessary for the provision of medical treatment and rehabilitation; financial assistance for covering the cost of medical treatment and rehabilitation. **2. To promote social inclusion** for the public benefit by preventing people from becoming socially excluded, relieving the needs of those people who are socially excluded and assisting them to integrate into society. For the purpose of this clause, “socially excluded” means being excluded from society, or parts of society, as a result of one of more of the following factors[:] - unemployment; - financial hardship; - youth or old age; - ill health (physical or mental); - substance abuse or dependency including alcohol and drugs; - discrimination on the grounds of sex, race, disability, ethnic origin, religion, - belief, creed, sexual orientation or gender re-assignment; - poor educational or skills attainment; - relationship and family breakdown; - poor housing (that is, housing that does not meet basic habitable standards; - crime (either as a victim of crime or as an offender rehabilitating into society). **3. To advance the education** of the general public in Ukrainian culture and its history. 12 Brltish-ukralnlan Annual Report . 2024 '14, 'È'i ritish-ukrainian Aid Annual Report . 2024 How Our Activities Deliver Public Benefit nlan Aid ual Report . 2024 Ilill Britls Ukra **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 ## **Ensuring our work delivers our aims** We conduct an annual review of the Charity’s activities to ensure that we are meeting the Charity’s goals and objectives. This review evaluates the charity’s accomplishments and the results of the teamwork over the past 12 months. We assess each significant activity and the benefits it has provided to the groups of people we are set to assist. The review also helps us confirm that the aims, objectives, and activities remain aligned with the charitable purposes. When reviewing our aims and objectives and planning our future activities, we have considered the requirements outlined in the Charity Commission’s general guidance on public benefit. ## **Who used and benefited from our services** In 2024, British-Ukrainian Aid continued to support medical institutions and organisations caring for people affected by war in Ukraine. Our efforts remained focused on delivering ambulances and evacuation vehicles to hospitals and frontline medical teams, significantly improving their ability to reach and treat the wounded quickly, ultimately saving lives. The launch of the ULEZ to Ukraine vehicle donation scheme provided the British public with an opportunity to donate their ULEZ non-compliant vehicles for humanitarian use in Ukraine while still receiving the full scrappage grant. We are deeply grateful to the British public for their longstanding and heartfelt support. Donating a vehicle was not an easy decision for many, especially for those with strong emotional connections to the cars or vans they had used for years. Yet, for hundreds of people, this became a meaningful opportunity to contribute directly to saving lives in Ukraine. In many cases, these vehicles found a second life not in a scrapyard, but in active service delivering medics, supplies, and emergency aid to those in desperate need. We also continued working with partners on the ground to support amputees and individuals with complex injuries. Through coordinated donations, we helped provide specialist prosthetic components and access to rehabilitation, giving injured individuals the chance to regain mobility and improve their quality of life. Additionally, in April 2024, the charity funded the participation of a team of Ukrainian veterans in the TCS London Marathon. Their presence in London not only raised vital funds for medical and rehabilitation support but also gave the British public a powerful opportunity to hear first-hand stories of resilience, sacrifice, and Ukraine’s ongoing struggle. The event fostered meaningful connections and deepened public awareness in the UK of the ongoing war in Ukraine and impact on its people. Throughout 2024, the charity also continued to procure components for first medical aid kits from reliable UK-based suppliers. This approach ensured high quality and reliability while also investing directly into the UK economy, reinforcing our commitment to ethical sourcing and supporting local businesses. 17 ritish-ukrainian Aid Annual Report . 2024 The Charity's Main Areas of Help in 2024 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 ## **Charity’s Main Areas of Help and Activities** Our focus in 2024 has remained consistent with the priorities identified in 2022, ensuring ongoing support where it was most needed. The team continued to provide aid to those affected by the war in Ukraine, maintaining our core objectives: facilitating the evacuation of the injured and wounded, supplying essential medical equipment and aid, and supporting local organisations delivering frontline humanitarian support. ## **Evacuation Vehicles** We provided evacuation vehicles specifically configured to transport injured and vulnerable individuals from areas affected by war to safer regions or medical facilities. These vehicles play a critical role in ensuring that the wounded receive urgent care and that civilians can escape life-threatening environments. ## **Ambulance Vehicles** We continued to deliver ambulances to support emergency response teams, hospitals, and medics working under dangerous conditions near the front lines. These vehicles are vital for saving lives, stabilising casualties, and ensuring timely access to medical care. ## **First Medical Aid** In partnership with volunteer groups, we supplied and assembled thousands of first aid kits. These were distributed to paramedics and civilian responders, enabling them to provide immediate care in emergencies. ## **Medical Equipment and Aid** We delivered a wide range of essential medical equipment and consumables, including tactical medicine supplies, hospital beds, diagnostic tools, and prosthetic components. We also funded medical treatment and rehabilitation for the severely injured, including surgeries and prosthetics. 20 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 ## **Power Equipment & Generators** To support hospitals, stabilisation points, medical institutions, and paramedics during extended power outages, we supplied power stations, portable batteries, and generators. This equipment helps maintain critical medical services and communication in areas affected by infrastructure attacks. Our online platforms and social media channels continued to raise awareness and improve public understanding of Ukraine’s history, culture, and current humanitarian situation. ## **A Major Initiative in 2024** One of the most significant projects undertaken by British-Ukrainian Aid in 2024 was the launch and coordination of the ULEZ to Ukraine vehicle donation scheme, in partnership with Transport for London (TfL). As the trusted charity partner, British-Ukrainian Aid collected in London and delivered to Ukraine hundreds of vehicles that were initially destined for scrappage. These vehicles have been used in Ukraine to support medical and civilian evacuations, humanitarian aid deliveries, emergency response efforts in waraffected areas. The ULEZ to Ukraine project marked a major expansion in the charity’s logistics and outreach capacity. A more detailed overview of the project’s development, impact, and partnerships follows later in this report. 21 Annual Report • 2024 **British-Ukrainian Aid** ## **Delivering Essential Medical Supplies and Equipment** We remain deeply grateful to the British people for their ongoing support of medical facilities in Ukraine through generous donations of medical aid. Recently, patients undergoing rehabilitation at the _Ivano-Frankivsk Regional Clinical Hospital_ received much-needed catheters, kindly donated by _Lynn Boon_ of Welwyn Garden City, with the assistance of _Andrii Babchuk_ . These contributions make a direct and meaningful difference to the recovery of the injured and wounded, and we thank all our friends and supporters for their care and solidarity. ## **Strengthening Frontline Emergency Care with Belmont Infuser Supplies** British-Ukrainian Aid procured and delivered 10 boxes of consumables valued at £15,480 for use with Belmont Rapid Infusers to a mobile hospital in Ukraine. These disposable consumables include tubing sets, filters, and connectors essential for operating rapid infuser machines. Such systems are critical in emergencies, particularly in cases of trauma or shock, where large volumes of blood or fluids must be delivered quickly and safely. The consumables also enable fluid warming, which helps prevent hypothermia during rapid transfusion, improving survival rates in frontline medical care. This aid has strengthened the emergency response capacity of the mobile hospital, reflecting our continued commitment to supporting life-saving medical care in Ukraine. 22 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 ## **Donation of Hospital Beds to Medical Facilities in Ukraine** We are grateful for the donation from _Kings Facilities Management_ , the healthcare support company that serves the _King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust_ . British-Ukrainian Aid delivered children’s and adult hospital beds to two key medical institutions in Ukraine: the _Ternopil Regional Centre for Rehabilitation and Child Development_ and _Kyiv’s Shalimov Hospital_ . The beds were transported and delivered by our dedicated volunteers, supporting improved patient care and comfort in both paediatric and adult wards. We are deeply grateful to _Kings Facilities Management_ for their contribution to enhancing medical infrastructure in Ukraine during this critical time. 23 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 ## **Emergency First Medical Aid and Tactical Supplies** Throughout 2024, British-Ukrainian Aid continued to deliver **Individual First Aid Kits (IFAKs)** to paramedics, emergency responders, and civilians operating in high-risk environments across Ukraine. Each IFAK is a compact, tactical medical kit designed to provide critical aid when professional medical help is delayed or inaccessible. These life-saving kits remain in high demand in war-affected regions, and their continued supply is vital. Thanks to the generosity of our donors and the support of dedicated volunteers, particularly from our long-standing partner Support Ukraine UK Ltd, the charity procured and shipped thousands of high-quality IFAKs. In total, the charity spent £145,811 on IFAK components and tactical medical supplies in 2024. The IFAK components were sourced from trusted UK suppliers, supporting both quality standards and the local economy. Additional tactical medical items were procured by our partner Medical Life Line Ukraine and distributed directly to medics in Ukraine. Each IFAK includes essential trauma tools such as: - Israeli-style pressure bandages - Celox Rapid haemostatic gauze - CAT tourniquet (Gen 7) - Chest seals, thermal blankets, airway tubes, burn dressings, and - trauma scissors 24 111 JT 41. ery.. **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 ## **Partner Spotlight: Support Ukraine Ltd** We are proud to work in close partnership with Support Ukraine Ltd, whose dedication and grassroots action have been instrumental in the success of our First Medical Aid project. For many years, volunteers from Support Ukraine Ltd have regularly gathered at our West London warehouse to assemble first-aid kits destined for frontline medics and civilians in Ukraine. Support Ukraine Ltd is a Londonbased volunteer organisation known not only for its humanitarian logistics but also for its leadership in mobilising community action. The group has organised numerous large-scale Ukrainian events and rallies in prominent locations such as Westminster, Trafalgar Square, and Downing Street, raising awareness and advocating for international support for Ukraine, as well as important discussions and roundtables with UK politicians in Parliament. With a network of over 100 volunteers, including more than 50 active members, Support Ukraine Ltd continues to play a vital role in both the UKbased Ukrainian community and in delivering aid directly to those affected by the war. We are deeply grateful for their enduring partnership and their commitment to Ukraine. 26 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 ## **Supporting Medical Recovery** ## **Restoring Faces, Restoring Lives** As the full-scale war in Ukraine nears its third anniversary, the human toll is painfully clear. Many lives have been lost, and many have been injured and left with lasting physical and emotional scars. Devastating injuries alter not only appearance but entire lives. Many injured say the most challenging part isn’t physical recovery but recognising themselves again. In partnership with the Ukraine-based NGOs _Yanko Foundation_ and _Kolo_ , British-Ukrainian Aid has launched an appeal to raise £38,000 to fund facial reconstruction surgeries for patients recovering after severe injuries. The first funds raised in 2024, amounting to almost £10,000, were transferred to _Imateh Medical_ , the Ukraine-based lab in Kyiv, for crafting custom facial prosthetics that give wounded people more than just features. It helps them reclaim their identities. Imateh Medical, a pioneering team of specialists in medical 3D printing and modelling. Their work focuses on applying the latest digital 3D technologies in biology and medicine, producing customised materials essential for osteosynthesis and facial reconstruction surgeries. 27 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 ## **Restoring Lives: Critical Medical Aid for Injured in Estonia** In October 2024, a team of international surgeons travelled to Kyiv to consult with 88 individuals who had been injured. Among them were two veterans who had suffered devastating facial and eye injuries: _Oleksii Tatarenko_ , a father injured in July 2023, underwent successful oculoplastic surgery in Tallinn, Estonia, which restored his eyelid and made it possible for him to receive a high-quality eye prosthesis. _Oleksii Vlasiuk_ , injured in Bakhmut in March 2023 and initially reported as deceased, also underwent surgery to restore his eyelid. He is now on a path to recovery and reintegration. British-Ukrainian Aid provided full support for their transportation, accommodation, and medical logistics, ensuring they received the advanced treatment they urgently needed. ## **Oleksandr’s Story: A Step Towards a Pain-Free Life** We have successfully raised the funds needed to provide _Oleksandr_ with a neurostimulator implant that will help relieve his constant pain. Previously confined to a wheelchair, Oleksandr continues to serve his community by teaching children vital survival skills despite his physical suffering. This support was made possible through the generosity of our community, including a special contribution of £1,185 from _Bright_ , raised by their employees as part of the “Going the Distance for Ukraine” challenge. We are deeply grateful to everyone who contributed. 28 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 ## **Rehabilitation - Supporting Families of Fallen Heroes** In 2024, British-Ukrainian Aid continued its partnership with the NGO _Healing the Soul_ , supporting vital programmes of psychological rehabilitation and social adaptation for families who have lost their fathers in the war. In February, a session at the Borzhava Sanatorium provided a safe and caring environment where families could begin the healing process. With the professionalism and compassion of specialists from Healing the Soul, participants were offered care and reassurance that they are not alone, but supported and understood. In July, a summer rehabilitation camp was organised in Halkidiki, Greece for families affected by the war in Ukraine, including those who have lost loved ones. A group of 45 participants took part in the programme, hosted at the Litus Oliva Hotel, where they enjoyed a change of environment, nutritious meals, and the calm of the Aegean Sea. The camp provided a supportive space for rest, reflection, and recovery, offering families the chance to take a meaningful pause from their daily challenges. Through these initiatives, British-Ukrainian Aid has helped provide families of fallen heroes with both psychological support and opportunities for rest and recovery, reaffirming our commitment to stand by them in their time of need. **----- Start of picture text -----**
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Annual Report • 2024 **British-Ukrainian Aid** ## **Healing in Motion: Funding Prosthetics and Rehabilitation** On 21 April 2024, a team of Ukrainian veterans took part in the 42 km challenge of the TCS London Marathon to raise vital funds for those whose lives have been changed by war. Each runner has a powerful story of resilience, overcoming life-changing injuries, enduring captivity, or rebuilding life after displacement — and all share the same mission: to give hope and practical support to others facing long, complicated recoveries. Through their run, they were raising money for urgent medical care, prosthetics, and long-term rehabilitation for severely injured Ukrainians, as well as for rehabilitation centres and humanitarian aid projects. Their courage on the road mirrors the courage they have shown in life. ## _**Heorhii Roshka**_ Heorhii is a Ukrainian veteran who defended Mariupol and endured severe injuries, including the loss of an arm. After months of captivity, recovery, and rehabilitation, he returned to active service. Sport has become a key part of his adaptation to life after injury. Fundraising for: Long-term rehabilitation of _Anatolii “Vnuchok” Zhumik_ and long-term care for _Oleksander Vykhruk_ . 30 Annual Report • 2024 **British-Ukrainian Aid** ## _**Oleksii Rudenko**_ Oleksii lost a leg to a mine blast in 2022. After nine surgeries, he was walking on a prosthesis within two months, and running soon after. He now serves as an instructor, training others and supporting those with amputations. Fundraising for: Prosthetics for _Mykhailo “Stalker” Yurchuk_ and long- term care for _Oleksander Vykhruk_ , in partnership with British-Ukrainian Aid and _Citizen Charity Foundation_ . ## _**Viacheslav “Slava” Kulakovskyi**_ Slava is a professional athlete, coach, and rehabilitation specialist who lost an arm and now helps others with life-changing injuries rebuild active, independent lives. He inspires by example, proving that recovery and achievement are possible. Fundraising for: Long-term care for _Oleksander Vykhruk_ and support for Ukrainian rehabilitation centres such as _Western-Ukrainian Rehabilitation Sport Center_ and _NextStep Ukraine_ . ## _**Vladyslav Deineha**_ Vladyslav escaped the siege of Mariupol with his family after 19 days of constant bombardment. Now living in London, he runs to help others still suffering the war’s impact. Fundraising for: British-Ukrainian Aid, supporting the injured and wounded, orphaned children, the elderly, and displaced people. 31 Annual Report • 2024 **British-Ukrainian Aid** ## **Supporting the** _**Iron Warriors**_ **at the Scotland Charity March** In June 2024, British-Ukrainian Aid, in collaboration with the Ukrainian NGO _Kolo_ , supported the Iron Warriors team, the Ukrainian marathon runners’ team on prosthetics, who participated in the _ABF Cateran Yomp_ charity march in Scotland. The _Iron Warriors_ team was led by _Vadym Svyrydenko_ , a Ukrainian military medic and sergeant who walks with four prosthetic limbs. The march spanned 8–9 June, with prostheticassisted participants covering 35 km, and less severely wounded participants covering 85 km. To add meaning and symbolism to their prosthetic limbs, a group of Ukrainian artists designed sketches and decals that were applied to the socket receivers of the prosthetic devices. Artists involved included _Sergiy Maydukov_ , _Viktor Pokydanets_ , _Oleksiy Sai_ , _Rustem Skybin_ , _Oleksandr Bohomaz_ , _Kateryna Bondarets_ , _Serhiy Zakharov_ , _Sofiya Martyniuk_ , and _Akelyna_ . According to curator _Kostiantyn Doroshenko_ , these artistic designs serve as both an expression of gratitude from the art community and a symbolic gesture of solidarity, allowing art to speak the language of support for the marathon runners. British-Ukrainian Aid is proud to have contributed support for this initiative, helping to amplify the voices of the wounded, raise public awareness, and assist with logistics and funding. 32 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 ## **ULEZ to the United Kingdom: Scrappage Scheme for Humanitarian Needs** At the beginning of 2024, British-Ukrainian Aid was selected by _Transport for London_ (TfL) as the trusted charity partner for the expanded ULEZ scrappage scheme for Ukraine, designed to support humanitarian and medical needs in the country. The extension of the ULEZ scrappage scheme to allow vehicle donations to Ukraine was the result of sustained efforts by numerous activists, volunteer drivers, and organisations in the UK and in Ukraine. We are deeply grateful to all those who worked tirelessly to make it possible. The Londoners were given the option to donate ULEZ non-compliant vehicles while still receiving the full scrappage grant, offering a meaningful and practical way to contribute to life-saving work in Ukraine. Rather than being scrapped, donated vehicles were permanently transferred to Ukraine, where they supported emergency services, helped evacuate the wounded, delivered medical and humanitarian supplies. Since the scheme’s launch in March 2024, **over 680 vehicles** have been accepted, and almost all were delivered to Ukraine through the tireless efforts of volunteers from British-Ukrainian Aid and several partner organisations. ## **Total number of vehicles donated to Ukraine:** |**Vehicle type**|**Number of vehicles donated to Ukraine**| |---|---| |Car|**482**| |Motorcycle|**5**| |Van|**170**| |Minibus|**16**| |Wheelchair accessible vehicle|**11**| |Total*|**684**| _*Data correct as of 27 May 2025 (source: British Ukrainian Aid and TfL)_ 33 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 ## **From British Roads to Ukrainian Relief: July’s Vehicles Dispatch to Ukraine** A major milestone in the partnership was marked in July 2025, when a convoy of over 50 vehicles departed from multiple locations in and around London. These included vehicles donated through the scrappage scheme and from individuals, charities, and businesses across the UK. A ceremony at the Embassy of Ukraine in London, attended by the Ambassador, _General Valerii Zaluzhnyi_ , the undisputed heavyweight boxing champion _Oleksandr Usyk, Deputy Mayor for Transport and Deputy Chair of Transport for London_ , helped raise public awareness and support. Further support was provided by humanitarian partners, including the _Swindon Humanitarian Aid Partnership_ (SHAP) and _V-Aid_ , who helped fill vehicles with essential aid. ## _**Ambassador Zaluzhnyi:**_ “ **We are deeply touched by the extraordinary generosity and solidarity of Londoners...** Every vehicle donated is a lifeline, helping to deliver essential humanitarian aid and transport the wounded to safety. Your donation can save lives and bring hope to countless Ukrainians enduring the unimaginable hardships of war.” ## _**Oleksandr Usyk:**_ ## “ **This event highlights the strong ties and collaborative efforts between the UK** **and Ukraine** in providing much-needed assistance to those affected by this brutal and unjustified war.” ## **Deputy Mayor for Transport,** _**Seb Dance:**_ “The Mayor and I are pleased that the ULEZ scrappage scheme has allowed Londoners to support the ongoing efforts in Ukraine, and **we encourage further donations** .” 34 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 ## **British-Ukrainian Aid’s Trustee :** _**Nadiia Pylypchuk**_ “ **The need for additional vehicles remains critical.** Those who qualify for the scheme will receive the full London ULEZ scrappage payment of £2,000–£11,500 and give their vehicle a second life saving lives in Ukraine.” **We are grateful to the British supporters** , including _Conal Cunningham_ , owner of Bush Studios, and his wife, former actress _Jaq Croft_ , who volunteered to personally drive their own donated van all the way to Ukraine. ## _**Jaq Croft**_ **commented:** “I did some filming in Kyiv just before the invasion and fell in love with the place and the people. I never dreamt we’d return under these circumstances.” ## _**Tony Strutt**_ **, Founder of V-Aid:** “ **These vehicles, whether a car, van, pickup, or lorry, truly save lives.** We hope all future scrappage schemes across Europe consider including a Ukrainian option.” 35 RH TRAIIOPOR T UK . VEHICLES 4 UKRAINE ON ITS WAY TO SAVE LIVES,. This vehicle has been donated as part of Vehicles4Ukraine campaign Find out more at British-UkralnianAid.org , •w2 UKRAINE , YX59 BYS LA 4UKWNE gNffSWAYTOSA¥ELNES **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 This initiative not only supported Ukraine in its time of war but also **aligned with London’s environmental goals** . ## _**Christina Calderato**_ **, Director of Strategy at TfL:** “ **The scheme has supported cleaner air in London** while giving Londoners the option to donate their vehicle to Ukraine. As of July 2024, over 300 vehicles had been accepted, providing urgent and vital aid for Ukraine’s citizens.” British-Ukrainian Aid played a leading role in this collaborative initiative and remains dedicated to expanding vehicle deliveries and humanitarian support in response to ongoing needs. Vehicles donated included a red London bus from _Transport UK London Bus_ , and a lorry from _Neg Earth Lights_ . Commenting on their involvement, _Jon Eardley_ , Managing Director of Transport UK London Bus, said: “ **Our bus has served millions of customers in London and will now help Ukrainian people in Kharkiv.** ” **Thank You to** _**Mike Bowden**_ **for Advocating for the ULEZ to Ukraine Project** We would like to express our heartfelt thanks to the late _Mike Bowden_ for his outstanding commitment and advocacy in helping make the ULEZ to Ukraine project a reality. Mike has been a vocal and determined supporter of the initiative, helping raise awareness and navigate the practical challenges involved in getting vehicles donated rather than scrapped. Thanks to his efforts, a red double-decker bus, a symbol of the UK, was successfully donated and delivered to Ukraine, where it now serves a new purpose. We remain profoundly grateful for Mike’s work through the Swindon Humanitarian Partnership and his dedication to supporting Ukraine in meaningful and practical ways. Mike’s compassion, tireless spirit, and legacy of helping those in need will live on in the lives he touched and in the hearts of all who had the privilege to know and work with him. 38 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 ## **Focus on recipients of vehicles donated to Ukraine** Each vehicle donated presented a lifeline for the charities and non-profit and non-governmental organisations that received them in Ukraine, with hundreds of volunteers from British-Ukrainian Aid and its partner organisations playing a part in transporting the vehicles to Ukraine. Vehicle recipients included paramedics, family doctors, NGOs such as _Peaceful Sky of Kharkiv_ , _Food for All_ working in Odessa region, _Stvoreni_ in Sumy, patronage services _Angels_ , the _Municipal Psychiatric Institution Milivetsky Psycho-Neurological Nursing Home For Mental Patients_ , the _Khmelnytskyi City Territorial Centre For Social Services_ , _Solobkovetskiy Care Home For Elderly And Disabled_ and many others. **“When you are at the frontline, you understand that the ability to arrive at the place of an emergency as quickly as possible is crucial.Currently, all of us paramedics have one problem – the fear of having no means of bringing the wounded to the hospital. These vehicles provide us with the means for saving precious lives.”** _Iryna, a Ukrainian paramedic, ULEZ scrappage scheme vehicle recipients._ Another vehicle recipient was the _Khmelnytskyi City Territorial Centre for Social Services_ provides essential support to those in need, including the elderly, individuals with disabilities, and families of the deceased. The institution supports more than 1,670 people, many of whom live in remote villages. The wheelchair accessible vehicle is vital for timely identification of need, housing assessments, delivery of food and hygiene products, and other support. “With the ongoing war, our priorities have shifted toward evacuating the wounded, delivering supplies, and maintaining mobility. Supporting Ukrainians, especially during wartime, demands action, and having a vehicle ensures we can meet the needs of those who rely on us most.” 39 wr 11 *r **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 ## **Activities and Fundraising Highlights of the Year** ## **Heartbroken but Unbroken** On the second anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the Ukrainian, British, and international communities came together in London in an extraordinary show of solidarity. The remembrance event, “Heartbroken but Unbroken,” held on 24th February 2024, was led by _Support Ukraine_ volunteers and activists, together with numerous Ukrainian and British organisations. British-Ukrainian Aid participated in this event, standing alongside partners and supporters to mark the occasion. The 2-year remembrance mega march from Marble Arch to Trafalgar Square culminated in a Vigil attended by nearly 7,000 people, including organisations, politicians, officials, cultural figures, and activists. This moving event demonstrated the resilience and unity of Ukrainians and their allies, reaffirming our shared belief that light will ultimately triumph over darkness. 43 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 ## **Icons on Ammo Boxes: Transforming Death into Life** In 2023-2024, British-Ukrainian Aid, in partnership with the British charity Hope4Creation, Ukrainian Charity “Peli can live” and “Rotary Club Kyiv Capital”, supported the art exhibition **“Icons on Ammo Boxes: Transforming Death into Life”** by Ukrainian artists **Sofia Atlantova** and **Oleksandr Klymenko.** The exhibition began its UK journey at the _University Church of St. Mary the Virgin_ , Oxford (December 2022– February 2023), before moving to St. John’s Church, Notting Hill, London (February–June 2023). Part of the collection, 11 Icons of Mariupol Diesis, was also exhibited at the _Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral of the Holy Family_ in London (February–June 2023). We are incredibly grateful to **Yana Bobrova** , Executive Director of the charity foundation _Peli Can Live (Kyiv, Ukraine), and the Rev’d Canon Dr Charlotte Bannister-Parker of the_ _University Church of St Mary the Virgin, Oxford,_ for organising these events and for being instrumental at every step. Their dedication and commitment ensured the success of the exhibitions and their life-saving impact. The concept of the project is to transform death into life by painting sacred icons on fragments of ammunition boxes retrieved from the war zone. These works are at once cultural testaments and powerful witnesses to the ongoing war in Ukraine. Since its inception in 2015, the project has been displayed in more than 20 countries, 108 cities, and 195 venues, including the European Parliament, NATO Summit 2023, and the Parliament of Ukraine. Proceeds from the UK exhibitions have been directed into tangible humanitarian support. Funds raised enabled the purchase of a refrigerated vehicle in 2023, the delivery of an armoured vehicle in April 2024, and the acquisition of an evacuation vehicle in 2024. These vehicles have been reequipped as an evacuation vehicle for frontline medics. These outcomes demonstrate how art can be transformed into practical life-saving aid for Ukraine. 44 Sil k4 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 ## **United in Music: Charitable Concert at the Finnish Ambassador’s Residence** On 12 June 2024, British-Ukrainian Aid was honoured to co-host a Charitable Concert in Aid of Ukraine with the Ambassador of Finland, _Jukka Siukosaari_ , and the _Helsinki Music House Choir_ , at the Finnish Ambassador’s Residence at Kensington Palace Gardens, London. The Helsinki Music House Choir performed a moving programme of Finnish and Ukrainian music. Supporters and friends of Ukraine attended the event, and voluntary donations collected on the evening were directed to BritishUkrainian Aid to support our humanitarian projects. This successful collaboration highlighted the strength of international partnerships and the importance of cultural diplomacy in raising awareness and support for Ukraine. 46 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 ## **Christmas Fair at St. John the Baptist Church** On 15th December 2024, British-Ukrainian Aid hosted a magical Christmas Fair at St. John the Baptist Church in London, aiming to raise funds to support children affected by the ongoing war in Ukraine. The church was beautifully transformed into a winter wonderland, creating a joyful and festive atmosphere that brought together members of the local community in a shared spirit of compassion and celebration. A highlight of the evening was the live carol performances, featuring acclaimed mezzo-soprano _Friederike Krum_ and _local children’s choirs_ . Their renditions of classic Christmas songs, including the beloved Ukrainian “Carol of the Bells,” added a memorable touch to the night. The fair was not only a celebration of the holiday season but also a powerful demonstration of solidarity with Ukrainian children and families. The funds raised on the day will go directly towards supporting childfocused relief efforts on the ground. 47 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 ## **The UK Stands with Ukraine** ## **Partnership with Medical Life Lines Ukraine** Since 2023, British-Ukrainian Aid has been proud to collaborate with _Medical Life Lines Ukraine_ (MLLU), which provides urgent medical support to Ukraine. This valuable cooperation has continued throughout 2024 and into 2025, significantly strengthening frontline healthcare capabilities in the country. Medical Life Lines Ukraine has delivered essential healthcare support since the start of the full-scale invasion, supplying 29 fully equipped ambulances in 2024 directly to the areas most in need, bringing the total to 88. Working closely with the _Ukrainian Ministry of Health_ and the _State Emergency Services_ , MLLU ensures vehicles and medical equipment are appropriately matched to the hospitals and regions that need them most. In addition to ambulances, MLLU has provided high-quality medical supplies and a wide range of essential medical equipment, including ventilators, defibrillators, trauma kits, etc. Through efficient logistics and commitment to frontline care, Medical Life Lines Ukraine continues to fill critical gaps in the Ukrainian healthcare system. 48 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 ## **Dragon Oxford Aid to Ukraine** British-Ukrainian Aid is proud to have a long-standing collaboration with the volunteers in Oxford, _Dragon Oxford Aid to Ukraine_ , who have been working tirelessly since 2022 to support the war effort in Ukraine through humanitarian aid. Since 2022, this volunteer network has focused particularly on procuring specialist medical equipment for severely underequipped hospitals and essential supplies for the front line and civilian population. These have been delivered using specially procured minibuses, vans, estate cars, 4x4 vehicles, ambulances, and even a horsebox. Each vehicle is left in Ukraine and converted for use as a field ambulance or for other medical or evacuation purposes. ## **Background** This initiative is driven by a small, tenacious group of like-minded individuals, initially parents connected through the Dragon School in Oxford, who have been working together since the start of the full-scale war. In collaboration with British-Ukrainian Aid, the team procures and delivers medical and other humanitarian aid to the people of Ukraine. 49 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 The Dragon Oxford Aid to Ukraine group responds directly to requests from contacts across Ukraine, sourcing required items (primarily through donations), transporting them to Ukraine, and organising their distribution nationwide. These efforts are supported by _Iryna Thomas-Dyachenko_ ’s family connections with Ukrainian medical professionals and _Dr Helen Ashdown_ ’s medical expertise and links with the _Ukrainian Medical Association_ . Unlike many larger humanitarian organisations, this volunteer network maintains direct communication with key individuals in Ukraine, including trauma and orthopaedic surgeons, mayors, and hospital directors in conflict zones to identify specific medical and surgical needs. The group has successfully fundraised, procured, and delivered medical equipment to Sumy, Lviv, and other regions, often receiving photos and videos of the equipment in use during surgeries just days after delivery. This hands-on and responsive approach has proven so effective that larger organisations, such as _Médecins Sans Frontières_ (MSF) and the _World Health Organisation_ (WHO), have requested assistance in sourcing, procuring, and delivering specialist equipment to Ukraine. To date, the Dragon Oxford Ukraine Aid group has raised over £80,000 to support the purchase of medical equipment and transport logistics, including vehicles. More than 50 second-hand vehicles have been delivered with supplies and subsequently donated for use in Ukraine. In addition, over £1,600,000 worth of medical equipment has been donated and safely delivered directly to the medics who use it. This includes everything from X-Fix devices, hand scanners, Dopplers, defibrillators, diathermy machines, tourniquets, specialist dressings, and surplus medication. Some of these items are donated, while others are purchased directly from suppliers in response to urgent requests from medical professionals in Ukraine. The need remains immense, particularly the demand for vehicles to be used as field ambulances, which has escalated as the war continues. The Dragon Oxford Ukraine Aid group is now urgently fundraising to procure and equip 30 additional 4x4 vehicles by the end of 2025. Fundraising also continues for medical aid, enabling rapid responses to those in need. Over time, the group has established ongoing partnerships with hospitals in Sumy, Dnipro, and Kherson, areas with urgent medical needs. In these regions, hospitals remain severely under-resourced, particularly in Kherson, where Russian forces removed medical supplies when retreating. 50 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 In addition to medical supplies, the group sources 4x4 vehicles in the UK and drives them directly to Ukraine, delivering aid along the way. Each vehicle remains in Ukraine and is equipped to serve as a field ambulance on the front line. To date, over 50 vehicles have been sent, fully loaded with urgent medical equipment. 51 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 ## **Volunteers on a Mission** We would like to recognise the outstanding dedication of many British people who tirelessly fundraise and personally deliver aid to Ukraine. _David Jacobs_ , working in partnership with our charity, has, through his remarkable efforts, personally delivered over 15 used 4x4 vehicles, several ambulances, and a new car-carrying trailer. Each vehicle was packed with essential humanitarian supplies such as generators, medical equipment, protective clothing, lighting and heating equipment, non-perishable food, and other aid generously donated by individuals and businesses across the UK. These deliveries go directly to frontline medics, hospitals, and hostels, ensuring the help reaches those who need it most. ## **Ambulance to the Frontline:** ## **One Man’s Mission to Kharkiv** We are deeply grateful to _Thomas_ for his steadfast support for Ukraine throughout the ongoing conflict. On his most recent journey, Thomas personally delivered an ambulance donated through British-Ukrainian Aid to the frontline city of Kharkiv, where the need for emergency vehicles remains critical. 52 Annual Report • 2024 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Kharkiv continues to suffer frequent bombardments, resulting in significant casualties and loss of life. The donation of transport vehicles, such as ambulances, is vital to sustaining life-saving services in the region. In another case, _Steve_ , together with his friend _Andy_ , drove the vehicle donated via ULEZ scheme to Lviv. There, our trusted partners carried out the necessary checks before the vehicle was delivered to a frontline medic. These efforts demonstrate the direct impact of community support, turning local donations into life-saving resources on the front line. ## **Behind the Wheel:Support to the ULEZ to Ukraine Project** We want to express our gratitude to _Food For All_ HQ and their amazing volunteers for their tireless efforts in supporting Ukraine. Food For All provided the parking facilities for the vehicles donated to British-Ukrainian Aid via the ULEZ to Ukraine scheme, including ambulances donated by the _London Ambulance Service_ (LAS). Having this parking space was helpful as the vehicles were securely parked while our team was working on the process of transferring ownership, preparing the cars for the road, and finding drivers ahead of their journey to Ukraine. This process takes time, and Food For All support has been instrumental in making it possible; their volunteers assisted in meeting donors, helped to accept vehicles, and assisted the charity whenever needed. In addition, Food for All volunteers and their Ukrainian partners continue to do tremendous work in providing food and other essential supplies to Ukrainians suffering from the war, especially near the front line. 53 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 ## **William Lewis and the ULEZ to Ukraine Scheme** _William Lewis_ , from Surrey, in addition to driving several vehicles to Ukraine, with kindest help from his wife Christin, provided his generous and practical support of the ULEZ to Ukraine vehicle donation scheme. William kindly offered the use of his farm as a parking and staging area for vehicles, including ambulances, vans, and 4x4s, donated by individuals and organisations across the UK. This parking space has been vital, throughout all phases of the project. William’s contribution provided not just convenience but essential logistical support, ensuring the smooth coordination of aid shipments and helping us maintain the pace and reliability of deliveries. William said it was a “moral calling” to help. “When the war broke out, my family and I wanted to help in any way we could, so we got involved with different aid initiatives.” 54 Annual Report • 2024 **British-Ukrainian Aid** ## **Honouring Service: Simon White and the Parachute Battalion Veterans** Simon White, a former British military paratrooper, played a pivotal role in coordinating the delivery of humanitarian aid to Ukraine. Drawing on his military background and organisational skills, Simon led three separate convoys, bringing together fellow veterans from the British Parachute Battalion. Together, they successfully raised funds and delivered over twenty vehicles donated through the ULEZ scrappage scheme, each one filled with vital humanitarian and medical supplies. Their dedication and teamwork exemplify the deep solidarity shown by the British public toward Ukraine. ## **A Journey of Compassion: UK Drivers Stand with Ukraine** _Alastair Rudd_ is another outstanding example of a kind-hearted and committed volunteer. He organised several convoys to Ukraine, often including members of his own family, and played a key role in raising thousands of pounds to support the delivery of vehicles and vital medical aid. One of the most memorable convoys took place around Christmas time, bringing not only practical support but also a message of solidarity and hope to those affected by the war. His dedication reflects the generosity and compassion at the heart of the British public’s support for Ukraine. Many volunteers supported British-Ukrainian Aid’s work throughout the year. Among them, _Jon Gudorf_ , an American volunteer, stood out for his dedication — helping load vans with medical aid across London, personally delivering several vehicles to Ukraine at his own expense, and supporting logistics throughout the process. He even returned with small gifts for fellow volunteers, a gesture that captured the warmth and unity behind every delivery. Dozens of other kind volunteers, British, Ukrainian, and of many other nationalities, signed up to the selfless task of delivering vehicles to Ukraine; we cannot mention them all, but would like to say Thank You to everyone involved in the incredible efforts of helping Ukraine during these difficult times of need. 55 Annual Report • 2024 **British-Ukrainian Aid** ## **Tribute to Chris O’Connor** We remember and honour _Chris O’Connor_ , a distinguished Chelsea Pensioner whose life and legacy inspired us all. On his 80th birthday, rather than choosing comfort or rest, Chris committed himself to volunteering and supporting Ukraine. With boundless creativity and enduring energy, he made five aid delivery trips to Ukraine, collected tons of donations across the UK, and lent unwavering support to children’s hospitals in Lviv, a cause he held dear until his final days. Against all odds, despite his age and declining health, Chris continued to act from the heart, reminding us of what courage, empathy, and purpose mean. Though he is no longer with us, Chris still lives in our hearts. He still sees the world through the eyes of the people whose lives he helped change. Heroes never die. 57 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 ## **Help from the UK business Matalan** In October 2024, British-Ukrainian Aid was approached by _Matalan Retail Lt_ , _a British clothing and homewares retailer_ . They offered an extraordinary in-kind donation to support individuals and families affected by the war in Ukraine. By the end of October, 29,000 pairs of pyjamas, for adults, children and even pets, were donated and delivered to the British-Ukrainian Aid’s London warehouse. There, our dedicated team of volunteers undertook the significant task of sorting, repacking, and preparing the items for shipment. The pyjamas were then loaded onto vehicles donated through the ULEZ scrappage scheme and transported to Ukraine. Once on the ground, they were distributed to hospitals, children’s centres, and rehabilitation facilities across the country. Their bright and cheerful designs brought not only warmth and comfort but also much-needed moments of joy to those receiving care, particularly children and displaced families. This contribution is a powerful example of how corporate support can bring meaningful relief and solidarity to those enduring the hardships of war. 58 Annual Report • 2024 **British-Ukrainian Aid** ## **Donation from RH Amar** We would like to acknowledge and thank for the generous donation of £10,000 from _RH Amar_ , one of the UK’s leading full-service distributors and growth partners for ambient food brands. This contribution went directly towards supporting paramedics in Ukraine, enabling them to save more lives on the front line. Every life matters, and thanks to the generosity of donors like RH Amar, British-Ukrainian Aid can continue to provide vital assistance to those affected by the war. RH Amar also donated the children’s food, which has brought comfort and nourishment to young lives affected by the war in Ukraine. Among the recipients is the _Ternopil Regional Rehabilitation and Development Centre for Children_ , where it is supporting the health and recovery of children undergoing care. 59 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 ## **British-Ukrainian Aid 10th Anniversary Dinner** Thank you to everyone who joined us to mark the British-Ukrainian Aid’s 10th Anniversary. The evening was filled with warmth, generosity, and solidarity with Ukraine. We were honoured to welcome distinguished guests, including His Grace Bishop Kenneth Nowakowski, head of the Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of the Holy Family in London; representatives from the Finnish, Estonian, and Ukrainian Embassies in London, delegates from Transport for London (TfL) and the Greater London Authority, John Paul Sweeney, a renowned British investigative journalist and writer and many others. The evening was beautifully curated by celebrated Ukrainian chef Evgen Klopotenko, whose artistry and passion created a truly unforgettable dining experience. Together, we raised nearly £20,000. Thanks to the incredible generosity of our guests, these funds helped us send more ambulances, evacuation vehicles, and medical supplies to Ukraine. Special thanks to our talented musicians, including pianist Margaret Fingerhut, bandura player Eka, whose beautiful performances filled the evening with soul and emotion, and to Vasyl Hrynkiv, who filled the hall with authentic Ukrainian melodies and energy. Our heartfelt gratitude goes to the tireless volunteers who arranged the tables, created stunning floral decorations, and worked tirelessly behind the scenes to make the evening shine. A special thank you to Andras Stefuca for the beautiful photos that captured the night’s magic. Together, we stand with Ukraine. **----- Start of picture text -----**
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ritish-ukrainian Aid Annual Report . 2024 Financial Review 63 itish-ukrainian Aid Annual 024 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 In 2024, the charity’s total income from donations and grants amounted to £ 1,345,216. Total expenditure was £ 1,401,224, including reserves allocated for projects from 2023. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all our donors, partners, and supporters whose generosity and commitment made this work possible. Thanks to your compassion, we’ve been able to respond to urgent needs on the ground. ## **Expenditure Breakdown on Charitable Activities** In total, £1,268,420 was allocated to various charitable activities, detailed as follows: Ambulance Procurement, Transport & Maintenance: £304,170 Evacuation Vehicles Procurement, Transport & Maintenance (including delivery of the vehicles donated via the ULEZ scheme to Ukraine): £614,655 Medical Equipment and Aid: £122,511 First Medical Aid: £145,811 Relief Supplies & Assistance: 49,293 Power Equipment & Generators: 31,980 The graph below illustrates the distribution of funds across different types of aid. 65 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 ## **Structure, Governance, and Management** British-Ukrainian Aid is a company limited by guarantee (Company No. 09364712; incorporated 22 December 2014) and a charity registered in England and Wales (Charity No. 1164472; registered 19 November 2015). British-Ukrainian Aid operates under a clear, functional structure that supports the efficient and transparent delivery of its charitable objectives. ## **Governance** The charity is governed by a Board of Trustees, responsible for strategic oversight, compliance, and governance. Trustees are actively involved in the organisation’s decision-making processes and are each assigned oversight responsibilities for specific operational areas. ## **Volunteer-Led Working Groups** The charity’s day-to-day operations are structured into working groups, each focused on a specific area of activity. Each working group consists of dedicated volunteers, many of whom are skilled professionals from diverse industries. Their combined expertise and commitment ensure the organisation operates effectively. The working groups are overseen by an appointed trustee, ensuring alignment with the charity’s goals and accountability. The current working groups include: ## **1. Ambulance Procurement, Transport & Maintenance** This group coordinates the sourcing, preparation, and delivery of ambulances to Ukraine. Responsibilities include acquisition, vehicle fitting, documentation, and transport logistics. ## **2. Evacuation Vehicles & ULEZ to Ukraine Project** This group oversees the delivery of evacuation and multipurpose vehicles, including those donated through the ULEZ to Ukraine scheme. The team manages donor engagement, documentation, parking, preparation, and international handovers. 66 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 ## **3. First Medical Aid** This group leads on the procurement and assembly of first aid kits, including tactical medicine, collaborating with the charity’s partnering organisations and reliable UK suppliers. Volunteers regularly pack and prepare aid at the London warehouse. ## **4. Medical Equipment & Hospital Support** This group delivers medical equipment and devices, including surgical instruments, prosthetic components, etc. The team also facilitates treatment for injured individuals in Ukraine and abroad, including rehabilitation and prosthetic support. ## **5. Power Equipment & Generators** Responsible for delivering power stations, generators, and related accessories to hospitals, mobile clinics, and communities affected by energy infrastructure attacks. ## **6. Events, Partnerships & Fundraising** This group manages donor and community partner engagement. It also organises charitable events, cultural initiatives, and public outreach to raise awareness and support for Ukraine. ## **7. Administration and Bookkeeping** This team manages the administrative and bookkeeping tasks essential to daily operations. Their responsibilities include record-keeping, financial tracking, documentation, and internal coordination across teams. The charity also works with an external accounting firm to support the preparation of accounts and the submission of all required annual reports and regulatory filings, ensuring transparency and compliance. This structured approach allows British-Ukrainian Aid to operate with transparency, agility, and accountability. ## **Driven by Volunteers, Powered by Compassion** Our team is made up of committed volunteers, many of whom contribute their time and energy to British-Ukrainian Aid in addition to working full-time in their professional lives. Their contribution is the foundation of the charity’s operations and has been essential since its earliest days. 67 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 These dedicated individuals support the charity in a wide range of roles: assembling individual first aid kits (IFAKs), loading ambulances and delivery vehicles, managing warehouse operations, coordinating logistics, assisting with administrative duties, providing legal support, and running our communications and online platforms. Many also play a key role in organising and delivering fundraising events. In 2024, a significant number of volunteers helped with the ULEZ to Ukraine vehicle donation project, collecting the vehicles, preparing documents, conducting vehicle checks, and driving across Europe to deliver them directly to Ukraine. Their hands-on involvement ensured that every donated vehicle reached those who needed it most. 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**British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 ## **Governing Document** British-Ukrainian Aid was incorporated in 2014 and is governed under its Articles of Association. In 2015, the organisation became a charity registered in England and Wales. Articles of Association, including the memorandum, are the primary documents that set out the Charity’s operational framework. ## **Principal Funding Sources** In 2024, British-Ukrainian Aid’s income was primarily generated through: **Donations** – received from charitable foundations, trusts, corporate donors, and individuals via cheques, bank transfers, cash, and through online fundraising platforms and the charity’s website. **Charitable activities** – organised by members of the public and volunteers to raise funds and promote awareness of the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Ukraine. Our key fundraising platforms included JustGiving and the Ukraine Aid – Help Now! appeal, which brought together a wide range of community-led initiatives and national fundraising efforts across the UK. Additional platforms that supported our fundraising efforts included: PayPal Giving Fund, UK Online Giving, Charities Trust, Charitable Giving Benevity, Charities Aid Foundation, Crowdfunder Ltd, Payroll Giving, Collection Pot, GoFundMe, among others. We are deeply grateful for the generous support from individuals, UK businesses, and organisations that contributed directly and encouraged employee participation. Many companies also matched their employees’ donations, multiplying their impact. We extend special thanks to Bloomberg Philanthropies and Google for their ongoing support of employee-led giving and for facilitating direct donations to British-Ukrainian Aid. We also extend our sincere thanks to Revolut for featuring British-Ukrainian Aid on their app, enabling users to make quick, secure donations directly through the platform. 70 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 ## **Risk Management and Internal Control** The British-Ukrainian Aid board regularly reviews the charity’s key risks. Where appropriate, systems and procedures are put in place to mitigate these risks. The charity maintains strong internal financial controls and follows strict guidelines for authorising all transactions and projects. In addition, policies are in place to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations for both staff and volunteers. These procedures are reviewed periodically to ensure they remain effective and appropriate to the charity’s evolving needs. The operational and financial challenges were thoroughly analysed to provide stability and the continued delivery of the charity in 2024. ## **Income Trends and Financial Challenges** Over the period 2023–2024, the charity experienced a decline in income, which had been anticipated following the exceptional spike in donations during 2022. That surge came in response to the early and shocking stages of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Several factors contributed to this decline: • **Donor Fatigue:** The prolonged nature of the war made it harder to sustain public engagement and financial support. - **Uncertainty Around the War’s End:** With no clear resolution in sight, - some donors became hesitant to commit funding. • **Decreased Media Coverage:** As the conflict received less coverage in mainstream media, public attention and donations declined accordingly. ## **ULEZ Vehicle Donation Programme** One of the major operational undertakings in 2024 was the launch of the ULEZ to Ukraine vehicle scheme. At the beginning of the programme, there was significant uncertainty around how it would operate, especially regarding the volume of vehicles to be received, logistics, and financial implications. To meet these challenges, the charity worked quickly to: - Secure suitable parking facilities with the support of partner organisations; 71 Annual Report • 2024 **British-Ukrainian Aid** - Assess and manage the costs of vehicle collection and delivery; - Evaluate the financial risk to ensure the charity’s core medical aid work would not be compromised. To reduce operational costs, the charity established a volunteer driver network. These volunteers collected donated vehicles from across the UK and drove them to Ukraine, with the charity reimbursing only essential costs such as fuel, insurance, and return travel. These measures significantly reduced transportation costs compared to commercial delivery rates. This volunteer-led logistics model was key to the programme’s success, enabling the charity to meet its obligations under the ULEZ scheme while keeping expenditures within sustainable limits. 72 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 ## **Reserves Policy** The charity board reviewed key expenditure areas for the third and fourth quarters of 2024. The focus remained on direct charitable activity: |Category|Q3 & Q4 Amount Spent| |---|---| |Ambulances|151,507| |Evacuation Vehicles|334,865| |First Medical Aid|67,146| |Medical Aid & Equipment|83,330| |Power Equipment & Generators|16,373| |Relief Supplies & Assistance|19,204| |**Total**|**672,425**| At the end of 2024, the charity held £274,349 in total reserves: - £169,818 were unrestricted funds available for general use; - £104,531 were restricted funds allocated to specific charitable projects. The reserves target was set at £170,000 for 2024 and £150,000 for 2025 to ensure operational continuity and to mitigate financial risks ## **Future Sustainability** To ensure continued support and sustainability through 2025 and beyond, the charity should consider: - Diversifying Fundraising: Pursue new funding sources, including grants, corporate partnerships, and crowdfunding. - Expanding Awareness: Increase visibility through social media, influencer partnerships, and traditional media. • Strengthening Donor Engagement: Improve communication with supporters through updates, impact stories, and personalised outreach to encourage recurring giving. 73 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 • Forming Strategic Partnerships: Strengthen cooperation with UK-based organisations and charities that share similar goals and areas of work. These partnerships aim to increase the flow of resources, improve coordination, and expand the reach and impact of aid delivered to Ukraine. These strategies will help build financial resilience and enable the charity to continue providing critical support to those affected by the war in Ukraine. ## **Charity Policies** To ensure strong governance, consistency, and accountability in our operations, British-Ukrainian Aid has adopted and follows the policies outlined below: ## **• Financial Internal Controls Policy** Establishes a framework for managing financial transactions and ensuring accountability in the handling of funds. It includes guidelines for budgeting, financial reporting, and internal auditing to prevent fraud and mismanagement. ## **• Anti-Money Laundering Policy** Outlines procedures to detect and prevent money laundering within the charity. It includes due diligence on donors and partners, training for staff and volunteers, and protocols for reporting suspicious activity to relevant authorities. ## **• Safeguarding Children and Adults at Risk of Abuse Policy** Ensures the protection of vulnerable individuals involved with the charity. It sets out procedures for identifying, reporting, and responding to allegations of abuse to maintain a safe and respectful environment for all. ## **• Data Protection Policy** Governs the collection, processing, and safeguarding of personal data in compliance with UK GDPR. It outlines individuals’ rights and the charity’s obligations regarding the secure and transparent handling of personal information. ## **• Procurement Policy for the Purchase of Evacuation Vehicles** Outlines the criteria and procedures for procuring evacuation and 74 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 humanitarian vehicles in line with ethical, financial, and operational standards. It ensures transparency, accountability, and value for money throughout the procurement process. ## **• Financial Reserves Policy** Defines the charity’s approach to maintaining sufficient financial reserves to manage risks, respond to unforeseen needs, and ensure long-term sustainability in delivering its mission. ## **• Risk Management Policy** Identifies and monitors risks that could affect the charity’s activities, reputation, or strategic goals. It sets out regular reviews and mitigation plans to effectively reduce or manage those risks. ## **• Trustee Conflicts of Interest Policy** Ensures trustees act in the charity’s best interests by requiring disclosure of any personal, financial, or professional interests that could unduly influence their decisions. ## **• Serious Incident Reporting Policy** Guides recognising and reporting serious incidents, including financial loss, safeguarding issues, or reputational damage, to the relevant authorities, including the Charity Commission. ## **• Complaints Policy** Outlines the charity’s process for handling complaints from beneficiaries, donors, partners, or the public. It ensures concerns are addressed promptly, fairly, and transparently, and that feedback informs improvements. ## **• Policy on Reimbursement of Trustee and Volunteer Expenses** Defines the procedures for reimbursing trustees and volunteers for reasonable, authorised expenses incurred while carrying out their duties. This promotes transparency and responsible use of charitable funds. ## **• Social Media Policy** Sets standards for the charity’s communications on digital platforms, ensuring content is respectful, compliant with legal obligations, and aligned with the charity’s values and public image. 75 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 ## **Plans for Future Periods** The Charity plans to continue the activities outlined in this report in the forthcoming years, subject to satisfactory funding arrangements. ## **Responsibilities of the Board of Directors** In accordance with company and charity law, the Board of Directors is responsible for preparing financial statements for each financial year that present an accurate and fair view of the state of affairs of the charitable company at the balance sheet date, as well as its incoming resources and application of resources, including income and expenditure, for the financial year. In preparing these financial statements, the directors have: - Selected suitable accounting policies and applied them consistently. - Made judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent. - Prepared the financial statements on a going concern basis, unless it is inappropriate to presume that the charity will continue in operation. The directors are responsible for maintaining proper accounting records that disclose, with reasonable accuracy, the charity’s financial position at any time and for ensuring that the financial statements comply with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006. In addition, the directors are responsible for safeguarding the charity’s assets and for taking reasonable steps to prevent and detect fraud and other irregularities. ## **Board of Directors and Charity Trustees** The individuals who served as directors (under company law) and trustees (under charity law) during the financial year and up to the date of this report are listed on page 9. The directors confirm that, as far as they are aware, there is no relevant audit information of which the charity’s auditors are unaware. They have taken all the necessary steps to ensure that they are aware of any relevant audit information and have communicated this to the charity’s auditors. 76 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 As directors and trustees of the charity, they affirm their commitment to good governance, financial oversight, and transparency. They have exercised due diligence in the management of the charity’s financial affairs and confirm that all relevant information has been provided to the auditors. ## **Auditors** _Goldwins Limited_ was appointed as the charitable company’s auditors in 2022 and has expressed its willingness to continue in this role. Their expertise and commitment have been instrumental in ensuring the charity’s financial transparency and accountability, contributing to the ongoing success of our operations. This report has been prepared in accordance with the Statement of Recommended Practice: Accounting and Reporting by Charities (issued in March 2005) and in accordance with the special provisions of Part VII of the Companies Act 1985 relating to small entities. 77 ritish-ukrainian Aid Annual Report . 2024 Independent Auditor's Report 79 Independent Auditors, Report to the Members of British-ukrainian Aid Opinion We have audited the financial statements of British-ukrainian Aid ('the charitable company,) for the year ended 29 December 2024 which comprise the statement of financial activities, balance sheet, statement of cash flows and notes to the financial statements, including significant accounting policies. The financial reporting framework that has been applied in their preparation is applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards, including FRS 102 The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice). In our opinion, the financial statements= give a true and fair view of the state of the charitable company's affairs as at 29 December 2024 and of its incoming resources and application of resources for the year then ended., have been properly prepared in accordance with United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice,. and have been prepared in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006. We conducted our audit in accordance with International Standards on Auditing {UK) {ISAs {UK}) and applicable law. Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditor's responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements section of our report. We are independent of the charitable company in accordance with the ethical requirements that are relevant lo our audit of the financial statemenls in the UK, including the FRC'S Ethical Standard and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with these requirements. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. Conclusions relating to going concern In auditing the financial statements, we have concluded that the tNstees' use of the going concern basis of accounting in the preparation of the financial statements is appropriate. Based on the work we have performed, we have not identified any material uncertainties relating to events or conditions that, individually or collectively, may cast significant doubt on the lentity]'s ability to continue as a going concern for a period of at least 12 months from when the financial statements are authorised for issue. Our responsibilities and the responsibilities of the trustees with respect to going concern are described in the relevant sections of this report. Other Information The other information comprises the information included in the annual report, including the trustees, report, other than the financial statements and our auditor's report thereon. The trustees are responsible for the other information contained within the annual report. Our opinion on the financial statements does not cover th8 Other information and. except to the extent otherwise explicitly stated in our report. we do not express any form of assurance conclusion thereon. Our responsibility is to read the other information and, in doing so, consider whether the other information is materially inconsistent with the financial statements or our knowledge obtained in the course of the audit, or otherwise appears to be materially misstated. If we identify such material inconsistencies or apparent material misstatements, we are required to determine whether this gives rise to a material misstatement in the financial statements themselves. If, based on the work we have performed, we conclude that there is a material misstatement of this other information, we are required to report that fact. We have nothing to report in this regard. Opinions on other matters prescribed by the Companies Act 2006 In our opinion, based on the work undertaken in the course of the audit: the information given in the trustees, report, which includes the directors, report prepared for the purposes of company law, for the financial year for which the financial statemenls are prepared is consistenl with the financial statements., and the directors. report included within Ihe trustees, report has been prepared in accordance with applicable legal requirements. Matters on which we are required to report by exception In the light of the knowledge and understanding of the company and its environment obtained in the course of the audit, we have not identified material misstatements in the directors, report included within the trustees, report. We have nothing to report in respect of the following matters in relation to which the Companies Act 2006 requires us to report to you if, in our opinion.. adequate and proper accounting records have not been kept, or retums adequate for our audit have not been received from branches not visited by us., or the financial statements are not in agreement with the accounting records and returns,. or certain disclosures of trustees, remuneration specified by law are not made- or we have not received all the information and explanations we require for our audit- or the trustees were not entitled to prepare the financial statements in accordance with the small companies regime and take advantage of the small companies, exemptions in preparing the trustees, report and from the requirement to prepare a strategic report. Responsibilities of trustees As explained more fully in the trustees, responsibilities statement set out in the trustees, annual report, the trustees (who are also the directors of the charitable company for the purposes of company law) are responsible for the pr@paration of the financial statements and for being satisfied that they give a true and fair view, and for such internal control as the trustees determine is necessary to enable the preparation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error. In preparing the financial statements. the trustees are responsible for assessing the charitable company's ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless the trustees either intend to liquidate the charitable company or to cease operations, or have no realistic alternative but to do so. Auditor's responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor's report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance. but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with ISAS (UK) will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise trom fraud or e￿or and are considered material if. individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these financial statements. Irregularities, including fraud, are instances of non-compliance with laws and regulations. We design procedures in line with our responsibilities, outlined above, to detect material misstatements in respect of irregularities, including fraud. The extent to which our procedures are capable of detecting irregularities, including fraud Is set out below. Capability of the audit in detecting irregularities In identifying and assessing risks of material misstatement in respect of irregularities, including fraud and non-compliance with laws and regulations, our procedures included the following: We enquired of management, which included obtaining and reviewing supporting documentation, concerning the charity's policies and procedures relating to- o Identifying, evaluating, and complying with laws and regulations and whether they were aware of any instances of non-compliance., o Detecting and responding to the risks of fraud and whether they have knowledge of any actual, suspected, or alleged fraud" o The intemal controls established to mitigate risks related to fraud or non-compliance with laws and regulations. We inspected the minutes of meetings of those charged with governance. We obtained an understanding of the legal and regulatory framework that the charity operates in, focusing on those laws and regulations that had a material effect on the financial statements or that had a fundamental effect on the operations of the charity from our professional and sector experience. We reviewed the financial statement disclosures and tested these to supporting documentation to assess compliance with applicable laws and regulations. We performed analytical procedures to identify any unusual or unexp8Ct8d relationships that may indicate risks of material misstatement due to fraud. In addressing the risk of fraud through management override of controls, we tested the appropriateness of journal entries and other adjustments, assessed whether the judgements made in making accounting estimates are indicative of a potential bias and tested significant transactions that are unusual or those outside the nomial course of business. Because of the inherent limitations of an audit. there is a risk that we will not detect all irregularities, including those leading to a material misstatement in the financial statements or non-compliance with regulation. This risk increases the more that compliance with a law or regulation is removed from the events and transactions reflected in the financial statements, as we will be less likely to become aware of instances of non-compliance. The risk is also greater regarding irregularities occurring due to fraud rather than error, as fraud involves intentional concealment, forgery, collusion, omission or misrepresentation. A further description of our responsibilities is available on the Financial Reporting Council's website at: www.frc.or .uklauditorsres onsibilities. Use of our report This report is made solely to the charitable company's members, as a body, in accordance wilh Chapler 3 of Part 16 of the Companies Act 2006. Our audit work has been undertaken so that we might state to the charitable companys members those matters we are required to state to them in an auditor's report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law. we do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone other than the charitable company and the charitable company's members as a body, for our audit work, for this report, or for the opinions we have formed. Anthony Epton (Senior statutory auditor) for and on behalf of Goldwins Limited Statutory Auditor Chartered Accountants 75 Maygrove Road West Hampstead LONDON. NW6 2EG ritish-ukrainian Aid Annual Report . 2024 Statement of Financial Activities 87 British-ukrainian Aid Annual Report . 2024 88 Annual Report • 2024 **British-Ukrainian Aid** **Company No. 09364712** ## **British-Ukrainian Aid** **Statement of financial activities** (incorporating an income and expenditure account) ## **For the year ended 29 December 2024** |**024**|||||| |---|---|---|---|---|---| |||**29 December**
**2024**|||29 December
2023| |Unrestricted
£
912,149|Restricted
£
433,067|**Total**
**£**
**1,345,216**|Unrestricted
£
1,113,317|Restricted
£
208,448|Total
£
1,321,765| |912,149|433,067|**1,345,216**|1,113,317|208,448|1,321,765| |47,186
85,618|-
1,268,420|**47,186**
**1,354,038**|56,303
-|-
1,909,024|56,303
1,909,024| |132,804|1,268,420|**1,401,224**|56,303|1,909,024|1,965,327| |(891,583)
779,345|891,583
(835,353)|-
**(56,008)**|(928,875)
1,057,014|928,875
(1,700,576)|-
(643,562)| |(112,238)
282,057|56,230
48,299|**(56,008)**
**330,356**|128,139
153,918|(771,701)
820,000|(643,562)
973,918| |169,819|104,529|**274,348**|282,057|48,299|330,356| All of the above results are derived from continuing activities. There were no other recognised gains or losses other than those stated above. Movements in funds are disclosed in Note 10 to the financial statements. The attached notes form part of these financial statements. 89 ritish-ukrainian Aid Annual Report . 2024 Balance Sheet 91 British-ukrainian Aid Annual Report . 2024 92 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 **Company No. 09364712** **British-Ukrainian Aid** ## **Balance sheet** ## **As at 29 December 2024** |**Note**
**Current assets:**
**7**
**Liabilities:**
**8**
**10**
**Financial statements**
**Total Net Assets**
Cash at bank and in hand
Debtors
**The funds of the charity:**
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
**Net Assets**
Restricted income funds
Unrestricted income funds:
General funds|**29 December**
**2024**
**£**
**20,354**
**305,386**
**325,740**
**(51,392)**|**29 December**
**2024**
**£**
**274,348**
**274,348**
**104,529**
**169,819**
**274,348**|29 December
2023
£
17,859
354,401| |---|---|---|---| ||||372,260
(41,904)| ||||330,356| ||||330,356| ||||48,299
282,057| ||||330,356| Approved by the trustees on and signed on their behalf by: ……………………………………. **Tetyana Vovnyanko** ~~**Chair**~~ **Nadiia Pylypchuk Date:** 25.10.2025 **Natalia Ravlyuk** **Date:** 25.10.2025 17 93 ritish-ukrainian Aid Annual Report . 2024 Statement of Cash Flows 95 British-ukrainian Aid Annual Report . 2024 96 Annual Report • 2024 **British-Ukrainian Aid** **Company No. 09364712** ## **British-Ukrainian Aid** ## **Statement of cash flows** ## **For the year ended 29 December 2024** |**Cash flows from operating activities**
Cash at bank and in hand
**a**
**Total cash and cash equivalents**
(Increase) in debtors
Net (expenditure) / income for the reporting period
(as per the statement of financial activities)
(Decrease)/Increase in creditors
**Net cash provided by / (used in) in operating activities**
**Change in cash and cash equivalents in the year**
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the year
**Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the year**
**Analysis of cash and cash equivalents**
**Cash flows from operating activities**
**Net cash provided by operating activities**|**£**
**£**
**(56,008)**
**(2,495)**
**9,488**
**(49,015)**
**(49,015)**
**(49,015)**
**354,401**
**305,386**
At 29 Dec
2023
Cash flows
£
£
354,401
(49,015)
354,401
(49,015)
**2024**|**£**
**£**
**(56,008)**
**(2,495)**
**9,488**
**(49,015)**
**(49,015)**
**(49,015)**
**354,401**
**305,386**
At 29 Dec
2023
Cash flows
£
£
354,401
(49,015)
354,401
(49,015)
**2024**|£
£
(643,562)
(12,936)
(8,837)
(665,335)
(665,335)
(665,335)
1,019,736
354,401
Other non-
cash
changes
**At 29 Dec**
**2024**
£
**£**
-
**305,386**
-
**305,386**
2023|£
£
(643,562)
(12,936)
(8,837)
(665,335)
(665,335)
(665,335)
1,019,736
354,401
Other non-
cash
changes
**At 29 Dec**
**2024**
£
**£**
-
**305,386**
-
**305,386**
2023| |---|---|---|---|---| |||**(49,015)**||(665,335)| |||**(49,015)**
**354,401**||(665,335)
1,019,736| |||**305,386**||354,401| |||Cash flows
£
(49,015)||**At 29 Dec**
**2024**
**£**
**305,386**| |||(49,015)||**305,386**| 18 97 ritish-ukrainian Aid Annual Report . 2024 Notes to the Accounts 99 British-ukrainian Aid Annual Report . 2024 100 Annual Report • 2024 **British-Ukrainian Aid** **British-Ukrainian Aid** ## **Notes to the financial statements** ## **For the year ended 29 December 2024** ## **1 Accounting policies** ## **Charity information** British-Ukrainian Aid is a charity registered in England and Wales. The registered office is 154 Holland Park Avenue, London W11 4UH. ## **Basis of preparation** The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) - (Charities SORP FRS 102). Assets and liabilities are initially recognised at historical cost or transaction value unless otherwise stated in the relevant accounting policy or note. ## **Public benefit entity** The charity meets the definition of a public benefit entity under FRS 102. ## **Going concern** The trustees consider that there are no material uncertainties about the charity's ability to continue as a going concern. The trustees do not consider that there are any sources of estimation uncertainty at the reporting date that have a significant risk of causing a material adjustment to the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities within the next reporting period. ## **Income** Income is recognised when the charity has entitlement to the funds, any performance conditions attached to the income have been met, it is probable that the income will be received and that the amount can be measured reliably. Income from grants and donations are recognised when the charity has entitlement to the funds, any performance conditions attached to the grants have been met, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount can be measured reliably and is not deferred. Income received in advance of the provision of a specified service is deferred until the criteria for income recognition are met. Bank interest on funds is included when receivable and the amount can be measured reliably by the charity; this is normally upon notification of the interest paid or payable by the bank. ## **Fund accounting** Restricted funds are to be used for specific purposes as laid down by the donor. Expenditure which meets these criteria is charged to the fund. Unrestricted funds are donations and other incoming resources received or generated for the charitable purposes. ## **Expenditure** Expenditure is recognised once there is a legal or constructive obligation to make a payment to a third party, it is probable that settlement will be required and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is classified under the following activity headings: Costs of raising funds relate to the costs incurred by the charity in inducing third parties to make voluntary contributions to it, as well as the cost of any activities with a fundraising purpose and their associated support costs. Expenditure on charitable activities includes the costs of charitable activities that are undertaken to further the purposes of the charity and their associated support costs. 19 101 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 **Notes to the financial statementsBritish-Ukrainian Aid** **For the year ended 29 December 2024** ## **1 Accounting policies (continued)** ## **Allocation of support costs** Resources expended are allocated to the particular activity where the cost relates directly to that activity. However, the cost of overall direction and administration of each activity, comprising the salary and overhead costs of the central function, is apportioned on the basis of staff time, of the amount attributable to each activity. ## **Tangible fixed assets** Items of equipment are capitalised where the purchase price exceeds £1,000. Depreciation is provided at rates calculated to write down the cost of each asset to its estimated residual value over its expected useful life. The depreciation rate in use is 25% straight line for all categories of assets. ## **Debtors** Debtors are recognised at the settlement amount due after any trade discount offered. Prepayments are valued at the amount prepaid net of any trade discounts due. ## **Cash at bank and in hand** Cash at bank and cash in hand includes all bank balances kept in current accounts. ## **Creditors and provisions** Creditors and provisions are recognised where the charity has a present obligation resulting from a past event that will probably result in the transfer of funds to a third party and the amount due to settle the obligation can be measured or estimated reliably. Creditors and provisions are normally recognised at their settlement amount after allowing for any trade discounts due. ## **2 Income from donations and grants** |**2**
**Income from donations and gr**|**ants**||||| |---|---|---|---|---|---| |General Donations
Ambulances
Evacuation Vehicles
First Medical Aid
Humanitarian Aid
Medical Equipment and Aid
Relief Supplies & Assistance
Power Equipment & Generators
(previously Generators)|Unrestricted
£
817,271
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
|**2024**
Restricted
**Total**
£
**£**
-
**817,271**
363,451
**363,451**
7,803
**7,803**
40,674
**40,674**
-
**-**
-
**-**
10,014
**10,014**
11,125
**11,125**|Unrestricted
£
1,104,223
-
-
-
-
-
-
-|Restricted
£
-
13,388
48,302
4,135
3,102
27,231
105,165
-|2023
Total
£
1,104,223
13,388
48,302
4,135
3,102
27,231
105,165
-| |Income from Charitable
Events|25,569|-
**25,569**|7,296|7,125|14,421| |Gift Aid|69,309
912,149|-
**69,309**
433,067
**1,345,216**|1,798|-|1,798| ||||1,113,317|208,448|1,321,765| ||||||| 20 102 **British-Ukrainian Aid** Annual Report • 2024 **British-Ukrainian Aid** ## **Notes to the financial statements** **For the year ended 29 December 2024** ## **3 Analysis of expenditure - Current Year** |
**3**
**Notes to the financial statements**
**For the year ended 29 December 2024**
**Analysis of expenditure - Current Year**|
|
|||| |---|---|---|---|---|---| |Fundraising Expenses
Ambulances
Evacuation Vehicles|Cost of raising
funds
Charitable
activities
£
£
47,186
-
-
304,170
-
614,655||Support costs
£
-
-
-|**2024**
**Total**
**£**
**47,186**
**304,170**
**614,655**|**2023**
**Total**
£
11,332
167,639
879,281| |Humanitarian Aid|-
-||-|**-**|31,805| |Medical Equipment and Aid
Power Equipment & Generators
First Medical Aid
IT & Web Hosting Services
Advertising, Marketing & Promotion
Unitlity Bills
Telecommunications & Internet|-
122,512
-
31,980
-
145,811
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-||-
-
-
4,004
23,250
5,328
835|**122,512**
**31,980**
**145,811**
**4,004**
**23,250**
**5,328**
**835**|226,993
86,751
516,555
954
639
2,873
876| |Membership Subscriptions|-
-||-|**-**|1,042| |Office Storage Costs|-
-||11,805|**11,805**|8,253| |Mailing & Shipping Costs
Charity & Operational Insurance
Bank Charges and Fees
Relief Supplies & Assistance
Travel, Meals & Accommodation
Other Expenditure
Educational Grants & Scholarships|-
-
-
-
-
-
-
49,292
-
-
-
-
-
-||64
2,737
411
-
3,715
822
608|**64**
**2,737**
**411**
**49,292**
**3,715**
**822**
**608**|73
1,844
170
-
-
3,669
1,787| |Bookkeeping and Accountancy Fees|-
-||13,802|**13,802**|6,600| |Audit Fees|-
-||6,000|**6,000**|6,000| |Professional Services Costs|-
-||12,237|**12,237**|10,191| ||||||| ||||||| ||47,186|1,268,420|85,618|**1,401,224**|**1,965,327**| |Support costs
**Total expenditure 2024**
Total expenditure 2023
Fundraising Expenses
Ambulances
Evacuation Vehicles
**Analysis of expenditure - Prior Year**||85,618|(85,618)|**-**
**1,401,224**
2023
Total
£
11,332
167,639
879,281|**-**| ||**47,186**|**1,354,038**|**-**||**1,965,327**| ||56,303|1,909,024|-||**1,965,327**| ||Cost of raising
funds
£
11,332
-
-|Charitable
activities
£
-
167,639
879,281|Support costs
£

-
-
-||| |Humanitarian Aid|-|31,805|-|31,805|| |Medical Equipment and Aid
Generators
First Medical Aid
Website and Web Support
Marketing and Advertising
Unitlity Bills
Communications
Membership Fees
Postal and Courier Service
Insurance
Bank Charges|-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-|226,993
86,751
516,555
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-|-
-
-
954
639
2,873
876
1,042
73
1,844
170|226,993
86,751
516,555
954
639
2,873
876
1,042
73
1,844
170|| |Other Expenditure|-|-|11,922|11,922|| |Grant
Accountancy Fees
Audit Fees|-
-
-|-
-
-|1,787
6,600
6,000|1,787
6,600
6,000|| |Other Professional Service Cost|-|-|10,191|10,191|| ||11,332|1,909,024|44,971|1,965,327|| |Support costs|44,971|-|
(44,971)|-|| |Total expenditure 2023|56,303|1,909,024|-|1,965,327|| ||||||| 103 Annual Report • 2024 **British-Ukrainian Aid** **For the year ended 29 December 2024** ## **British-Ukrainian Aid** ## **Notes to the financial statements** ## **4 Staff costs, Trustees remuneration and expenses, and the cost of key management personnel** As of 29 December 2024, the Charity had no employees (2023: none ). The charity trustees were not paid and did not receive any benefits from employment with the charity in the year (2023: £nil). No charity trustee received payment for professional or other services supplied to the charity (2023: £nil). ## **5 Related party transactions** There are no related party transactions to disclose for the period (2023: none). ## **6 Taxation** The charitable company is exempt from corporation tax as all its income is charitable and is applied for charitable purposes. ## **7 Debtors** |**7**
**Debtors**|||| |---|---|---|---| |**8**
**9**
**Creditors: amounts falling due within one year**
Accruals
**Analysis of net assets between funds - prior year**
Accrued income
**Analysis of net assets between funds - current Year**
**Net assets at the end of the year**
Net current assets
Net current assets
Net assets at the end of the year|**£**
169,819
**169,819**
£
282,057
282,057
**General**
**unrestricted**
General
unrestricted|**2024**
£
**20,354**
**20,354**
**2024**
**£**
**51,392**
**51,392**
**Restricted**
**£**
104,529
**104,529**
Restricted
£
48,299
48,299|2023
£
17,859| ||||17,859| ||||2023
£
41,904| ||||41,904| ||||**Total**
**funds**
**£**
**274,348**| ||||**274,348**| ||||Total
funds
£
330,356| ||||330,356| 104 Annual Report • 2024 ## **British-Ukrainian Aid** ## **British-Ukrainian Aid** ## **Notes to the financial statements** ## **For the year ended 29 December 2024** ## **10 Movements in funds Current Year** |**10**
**Movements in funds Current Year**|||||| |---|---|---|---|---|---| |Ambulances
Evacuation Vehicles
First Medical Aid
**Restricted funds**
Power Equipment & Generators (previously
Generators)|At the
start of
the year
£
45,749
-
-
-|Income
£
363,451
7,803
40,674
-|Expenditure
£
304,671
614,155
145,811
31,980|Transfers
£
-
606,352
105,137
31,980|At the
end of
the year
£
104,529
-
-
-| |Humanitarian Aid|2,550|-|-|(2,550)|-| |Medical Equipment and Aid|-|10,014|122,511|112,497|-| |Relief Supplies & Assistance|-|11,125|49,292|38,167|-| ||||||| |**Total Restricted Funds**|**48,299**|433,067|1,268,420|891,583|**104,529**| ||||||| ||||||| |**Unrestricted general funds**|282,057|912,149|132,804|(891,583)|**169,819**| ||||||| ||||||| |**Total funds**|**330,356**|**1,345,216**|**1,401,224**|**-**|**274,348**| Restricted funds are received and allocated for use for a specific restricted purpose. ## **Movements in funds - prior year** |Ambulances
Evacuation Vehicles
First Medical Aid
Generators
Humanitarian Aid
**Restricted funds**|At the
start of
the year
£
200,000
150,000
390,000
-
-|Income
£
13,388
48,302
4,135
3,102
34,356|Expenditure
£
167,639
879,281
516,555
86,750
31,806|Transfers
£
-
680,979
122,420
83,648
-|At the
end of
the year
£
45,749
-
-
-
2,550| |---|---|---|---|---|---| |Medical Equipment and Aid|80,000|105,165|226,993|41,828|-| ||||||| |**Total Restricted Funds**|820,000|208,448|1,909,024|928,875|48,299| |**Unrestricted general funds**||1,113,317|56,303|(928,875)|| ||153,918||||282,057| ||||||| |**Total funds**|973,918|1,321,765|1,965,327|-|330,356| ||||||| ||||||| 105 TH4 NK.5