Moncton community comes out in droves to support fundraiser for Ukraine
The Ukrainian fundraiser at Euston Park Social — an outdoor beer garden in Moncton — was packed to the brim on Sunday with a long line of people outside waiting to get in.
As fundraisers for Ukraine continue to happen across the province, Anna Kovalchuk from the Ukrainian Club of Moncton said on Sunday the donations are making a tangible difference. “I wouldn’t have the total necessarily, but I know the previous fundraiser raised more than $30,000 and we’re really amazed by the support of the local community.” she said.In a Facebook post on Sunday, the Ukrainian Club said they sent 21 bags of medication and tactical equipment weighing 23 kilograms each to Warsaw in Poland, along with four small carry-on bags.The equipment will be distributed by volunteers to those in need as the war continues.
“He gave us this amazing cookbook of traditional Ukrainian recipes so Gene went through some of his favourites that he thought we could produce here.” she said on Sunday.“We opened the doors about 15 minutes early and we were immediately full.” she said. Attendees were also able to purchase merchandise that was largely donated by local vendors like Christina Keaveny, who makes items like sweaters, keychains and coffee mugs and donates the proceeds.“I reached out to the Ukrainian Club of Moncton asked if there are any fundraisers and if I could help. As long as they’re doing these fundraisers I will be helping and campaigning for them.” she said on Sunday.
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