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

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…