Go to the Poland Ukraine Boarder
With Live Updates From Our Own:
Kal Sutherland
Go to the Poland Ukraine Boarder
With Live Updates From Our Own:
Kal Sutherland
Our community has grown tremendously and now reaches far beyond where Val de Pop Ukrania first started. To pay tribute to our purpose and all of us on the Costa Blanca working collectively towards helping those in need, we’ve changed our name.
Together, we continue to make a difference to the Ukrainian people. Hope4U stands firm in our collective resolve to be the change in our world and rise to the occasion to provide those with the single most important virtue in these tough times; Hope.
As the fighting continues into its second month, over 3.5 million Ukrainians have been displaced from their homes. With EU member states Poland and Romania providing relief for the most vulnerable. Bay Radio in cooperation with Hope4U Ukraine have mobilised and made their way to the Polish-Ukrainian boarder in a large convoy of 9 vehicles; mostly a collection of willing volunteers. We thank them all.
Our Correspondent: Kal Sutherland
We could not have asked for a better correspondent, Kal Sutherland who was the former General Manager of British Forces Broadcast Service and has spent time around the world covering global news for nearly 4 decades. We can trust that Kal will keep us up to the second on how our community’s efforts are making a difference to the lives of people affected by war.
Putting His History to Work for the Future.
The Founder of Hope4U Ukraine, Richard Mcenery, has an extensive background in the armed forces. Having served in tours of Afghanistan and later starting a security logistics company, Richard is no stranger to conflict and the ramifications of it. Richard stands for what is right and just in the world while providing a rare human touch on every decision.
Using his history to build a better future, Hope4U was born and has quickly become a beacon in the darkest of days for some. Today, that light shines bright as we all hold the torch of unity, strength and hope for the Ukrainian people.
Early on the morning of March 24, a large group of volunteers loaded their own vehicles up with donations from across the Costa Blanca. The mass of supplies were coordinated using the Vall de Pop Facebook group here and Bay Radio’s communication channels.
Supplies included medicine, cosmetics and hygiene needs, infant care items, warm clothing and food stuffs. The plan was simple, do everything possible on the way to Poland. Not a single space was wasted.
Our own Bay Radio team made sure to place identifiers on our vehicles to signify that we are there on a dual purpose with the Press and Humanitarian Aid. Hoping to get as close to the Ukrainian boarder as we could in order to faithfully report back the magnitude of the situation. Thank you Katie at SR Print for our vehicle identifiers.
Our group departed the Costa Blanca and drove the 2700 km to the edge of Ukraine on the Polish boarder. The team split driving duties as to make great time and spend the majority of their time on the ground in Krakow organising supplies and coordinating with the local rescue workers for the families they are returning to Spain with.
The Bay Radio Team documented the journey well with Kal giving us here at the studio updates every hour all in anticipation to getting to work as soon as the team arrived. We have to thank the careful planning and efforts of Vall de Pop Ukrania.
The organisers at Hope4U Ukraine have a long and distinguished history of logistical support in times of crisis. With the founding members active in Africa and providing logistical solutions in the most dangerous and delicate situations. Because of this, we’ve managed to get to Poland and be effective every minute of our the journey.
Our community has grown tremendously and now reaches far beyond where Val de Pop Ukrania first started. To pay tribute to our purpose and all of us on the Costa Blanca working collectively towards helping those in need, we’ve changed our name.
Together, we continue to make a difference to the Ukrainian people. Hope4U stands firm in our collective resolve to be the change in our world and rise to the occasion to provide those with the single most important virtue in these tough times; Hope.
As the fighting continues into its second month, over 3.5 million Ukrainians have been displaced from their homes. With EU member states Poland and Romania providing relief for the most vulnerable. Bay Radio in cooperation with Vall de Pop Ukrania have mobilised and made their way to the Polish-Ukrainian boarder in a large convoy of 9 vehicles; mostly a collection of willing volunteers.
Our Correspondent: Kal Sutherland
We could not have asked for a better correspondent, Kal Sutherland who was the former General Manager of British Forces Broadcast Service and has spent time around the world covering global news for nearly 4 decades. We can trust that Kal will keep us up to the second on how our community’s efforts are making a difference to the lives of people affected by war.
Putting His History to Work for the Future.
The Founder of Hope4U Ukraine, Richard Mcenery, has an extensive background in the armed forces. Having served in tours of Afghanistan and later starting a security logistics company, Richard is no stranger to conflict and the ramifications of it. Richard stands for what is right and just in the world while providing a rare human touch on every decision.
Using his history to build a better future, Hope4U was born and has quickly become a beacon in the darkest of days for some. Today, that light shines bright as we all hold the torch of unity, strength and hope for the Ukrainian people.
Early on the morning of March 24, a large group of volunteers loaded their own vehicles up with donations from across the Costa Blanca. The mass of supplies were coordinated using the Hope4U Facebook group here and Bay Radio’s communication channels.
Supplies included medicine, cosmetics and hygiene needs, infant care items, warm clothing and food stuffs. The plan was simple, do everything possible on the way to Poland. Not a single space was wasted.
Our own Bay Radio team made sure to place identifiers on our vehicles to signify that we are there on a dual purpose with the Press and Humanitarian Aid. Hoping to get as close to the Ukrainian boarder as we could in order to faithfully report back the magnitude of the situation. Thank you Katie at SR Print for our vehicle identifiers.
Our group departed the Costa Blanca and drove the 2700 km to the edge of Ukraine on the Polish boarder. The team split driving duties as to make great time and spend the majority of their time on the ground in Krakow organising supplies and coordinating with the local rescue workers for the families they are returning to Spain with.
The Bay Radio Team documented the journey well with Kal giving us here at the studio updates every hour all in anticipation to getting to work as soon as the team arrived. We have to thank the careful planning and efforts of Vall de Pop Ukrania.
The Organisers at Vall de Pop Ukrania have a long and distinguished history of logistical support in times of crisis. With the founding members active in Africa and providing logistical solutions in the most dangerous and delicate situations. Because of this, we’ve managed to get to Poland and be effective every minute of our the journey.
We are Making a Big Difference!
Arrival to Krakow ment that our tired volunteers needed to quickly unload their donations so they could be put to work immediately. With the spirt of humanity, they worked together as a team to quickly off load and categorise every donation they’ve brought. Language barriers seem to fade away in a beautiful moment while everyone worked together for one common purpose.
Our Coverage is Ongoing - Please Share and Follow Along for More Updates
If You Would Like To Get Involved, Please Follow the Links Below
We are Making a Big Difference!
Arrival to Krakow ment that our tired volunteers needed to quickly unload their donations so they could be put to work immediately. With the spirt of humanity, they worked together as a team to quickly off load and categorise every donation they’ve brought. Language barriers seem to fade away in a beautiful moment while everyone worked together for one common purpose.
Our Coverage is Ongoing - Please Share and Follow Along for More Updates
If You Would Like To Get Involved, Please Follow the Links Below
Get involved. Donate or Volunteer now!
Get involved. Donate or Volunteer now!
We are accepting cash donations via our Go Fund Me page. Your donations will go towards transportation out of Ukraine, shelter, food, clothing and other basic essentials.
If you have questions about where donations are going towards, please contact us at Bay Radio using the contact page.
*Our Go Fund Me is currently in the review process and should be operational in the next 24 hours.
We are looking for people like you who are willing to volunteer to help. Over 270 people have volunteered over the last 72 hours alone.
With your help we can provide incoming refugees with shelter, food, clothing and health services.
Get involved and make a difference in the lives of people displaced in Ukraine.
We are accepting cash donations via our Go Fund Me page. Your donations will go towards transportation out of Ukraine, shelter, food, clothing and other basic essentials.
If you have questions about where donations are going towards, please contact us at Bay Radio using the contact page.
*Our Go Fund Me is currently in the review process and should be operational in the next 24 hours.
We are looking for people like you who are willing to volunteer to help. Over 270 people have volunteered over the last 72 hours alone.
With your help we can provide incoming refugees with shelter, food, clothing and health services.
Get involved and make a difference in the lives of people displaced in Ukraine.
Vall de Pop Ukrania is now accepting donations of food, clothing, hygiene products and more. Every donation will go towards helping refugees arriving to the Costa Blanca with little more than a suitcase. No donation is too small.
To drop off a donation, please use the following locations.
Help Marina Alta
La Xara – Situated next to Restaurant Replanell, opposite the turning towards Jesus Pobre and Javea.
At any of their stores in Jalon, Alcalali and Orba.
The Original Charity Shop and Library – Javea
Carrer Nancy, 1, 03738 Platja de l’Arenal, Alicante
