Worthing Fundraiser for Ukraine
Helping a Local Friend Fight for Light

Many residents in Worthing will recognise Yaroslava Matvieienko. Whether she was singing with the Songs For Ukraine Chorus, participating in Ukrainian Culture Day at Worthing Museum, or standing draped in her national flag at Worthing Town Hall for the anniversary day of the invasion of Ukraine, Yaroslava has become a vital part of our local community.
To me, she is also a friend with whom I have stood at the Worthing War Memorial to plant crosses for every British defender who has lost their life in Ukraine. Now, Yaroslava is asking for our help to support those fighting for survival in Ukraine.
The Mission: One Charging Station
for Ukraine’s Border Guards and UAV Units
The Oleksandr Tereshchenko Charity Foundation will buy the charging station for Ukrainian border guards and UAV units.
Please join us in making a real difference. This fundraiser aims to raise £1,202 for a high-capacity portable charging station that Ukraine urgently needs now.
In Ukraine, where Yaroslava’s family still lives, the energy infrastructure is under constant strain. A charging station is not a luxury; it is a lifeline that provides heat, light, and communication when the grid goes dark.
A Unique Prize for the Top Donor
To encourage support, Yaroslava is offering a truly unique piece of history. The donor who provides the highest contribution will receive a book (in Ukrainian), in which Yaroslava is a contributing author, signed by Valerii Zaluzhnyi, the Ukrainian Ambassador to the UK and former Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
Note: The deadline for this fundraiser has been extended and the winner will be announced at the end of May 2026.
Yaroslava’s Worthing Fundraiser for Ukraine
Progress and how to support
Current Fundraiser Progress on 29 March 2026
- Target: £1,202.00
- Amount Raised: £672.00
- Remaining: £531.00
How to Support the Fundraiser
Bank Transfer (UK):
- Bank: NatWest
- Sort Code: 60-24-31
- Account Number: 19828772
- Account Holder: Ms Y Matvieienko
PayPal: For those who prefer PayPal, you can find the direct link on Yaroslava’s Facebook post here. Once on her Facebook post page, please scroll down to view Yaroslava’s PayPal details.
Sources and Further Reading
- The Beneficiary: Oleksandr Tereshchenko Charity Foundation
- Local Event: Ukrainian Culture Day at Worthing Museum
- Community Remembrance: Minute’s Silence at Worthing Town Hall
- Yaroslava’s Facebook Post about the Worthing Fundraiser
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