Over the past month we have been truly humbled by how individuals, businesses and organisations within our communities have acted in support of those affected by the Ukraine crisis, as this terrible tragedy unfolds on our television screens. From donations to crisis appeals, to supplying essential food and medical items, our communities have responded selflessly to support those in urgent need.

We have seen many people (including members of our team) commit to taking refugees displaced from the crisis into their own homes. We applaud all of these people for acting in such a generous and compassionate manner, and we look forward to welcoming and supporting these new members of our communities as they arrive.

We have consulted with the organisers of key local groups who are helping place Ukrainian families with host families in the South West. One area we have been asked to assist with is the cost of school uniform, as children from the Ukraine prepare for life in our local schools. This can cost hundreds of pounds and we wish to raise funds to cover the cost of uniform for as many children as possible.

Our Foundation will match fund all donations received up to £5,000.