Canterbury for Ukraine (C4U) is a registered charity, which started in March 2022 as an initiative of local volunteers, charity organisations and local businesses who work together to support Ukrainian families coming to the Canterbury District (Canterbury, Whitstable, Herne Bay and surrounding villages) in their search for safety after escaping the atrocities of war in Ukraine. (Reg. №1204746)

Protect – Progress – Provide

Are you eager to help the people of Ukraine but are unsure where to start? See this useful slideshow.

C4U is supporting arrival, hosting and settling down of displaced Ukrainians in the Canterbury area. Some brilliant information for both hosts and guests can be found on the Resources page.

Find out more about our activities here – including language classes, support hubs and social events.

Upcoming Events

March 10, 2025

Concert Forbidden Melodies

Concert Forbidden Melodies Canterbury for Ukraine is delighted to share that our special concert Forbidden Melodies which took place on Saturday, 8th March 2025 at St. Peter’s Methodist Church, Canterbury. was a tremendous success. The event, which deliberately coincided with…

March 2, 2025

Concert 🎶̶ FORBIDDEN MELODIES🎶̶

FORBIDDEN MELODIES– just one week to go ! Final rehearsals with C4U Ladies’ Choir are underway. Soon, the melodies that were once silenced will be heard again. 8 March 19:00 St Peter’s Methodist Church, Canterbury Free entry – donations welcome…

February 25, 2025

3d Anniversary of War in Ukraine

Canterbury Stands for Justice for Ukraine 🇺🇦 Yesterday, Canterbury for Ukraine (C4U) brought together the British and Ukrainian communities to mark three years since Russia launched its full-scale war against Ukraine. The events, held under the powerful message “Justice for…

January 30, 2025

Malanka 2025

Malanka 2025: Canterbury for Ukraine Brings Communities Together in Kent On 26 January 2025, Canterbury for Ukraine hosted a vibrant Malanka celebration at St Mary’s Church in Chartham, bringing together over 150 guests for an unforgettable evening of Ukrainian cultural…

January 10, 2025

Malanka: A Ukrainian Winter Mystery

Malanka: A Ukrainian Winter Mystery Canterbury for Ukraine warmly invites you to immerse yourself in one of Ukraine’s most ancient and cherished winter traditions. This event offers a unique opportunity to explore Malanka, a celebration that has been preserved for…

December 21, 2024

The Holodomor Anniversary 2024

The Holodomor Anniversary 2024 🕯️🌾 On Saturday, 23 November, the historic walls of Canterbury Cathedral witnessed a profoundly moving event — a memorial service to honor the victims of the Holodomor. The Holodomor, the man-made famine that claimed millions of…

September 12, 2024
people walk with the Ukrainian flag

Ukrainian Independence Day 2024

Canterbury Celebrates Ukrainian Independence Day: 33 Years of Freedom, 30 Months of Resilience On Saturday, August 24th, the city of Canterbury was adorned in blue and yellow, standing strong despite the grey clouds and rain. It was a day when…

February 20, 2024

2nd Anniversary of War in Ukraine

2nd Anniversary of War in Ukraine Canterbury for Ukraine (C4U) organises events on February 24th to commemorate the second anniversary of the start of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine by the Russian Federation and the ensuing destructive war. As the…

November 28, 2023

Service For Ukraine to commemorate Holodomor in Ukraine

Service For Ukraine to commemorate Holodomor in UkraineService 25.11.23 On behalf of the C4U Ukrainian Ladies Choir, I extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who joined us for the inter-denominational service held on 25 November 2023 at All Saints Church…

November 1, 2023

Events to commemorate Holodomor 2023

Events announced as Canterbury prepares to commemorate Holodomor Canterbury for Ukraine (C4U) today announced events to mark Holodomor – or ‘the Great Famine’ – the Russian induced famine which killed millions of Ukrainians in the 1930s. As the current conflict continues, the commemoration takes on special importance as Ukraine…

October 22, 2023

London trip with Youth Ukrainian Hub

London trip with Youth Ukrainian Hub21.10.2023 Youth Ukrainians Hub went to London on a tour of the British Library and the British Museum! It was our first trip together and it was a success. We had a great time, everyone…