At a recent meeting Gerrie Bayley from the charity, The Helping Hand for Ukraine, spoke to members about the charity’s work in northern areas of Ukraine. She described the impact of the war in the country and how the charity is supporting children and their families who are suffering from the ongoing conflict and who are not always reached by larger charities and aid organisations. The Helping Hand for Ukraine is one of the charities President Iris has chosen to support this year. Members responded generously with donations of goods to help improve living conditions and buying from Gerrie’s selection of hand made goods from Ukraine. Two cheques were also given to Gerrie – one following a coffee morning held by Jean S and a second from the club.