Hi, my name is Kevin and since the war broke out in Ukraine I have made several trips each year with my van full of essential aid and supplies to those caught at or near the front line and who are unable to escape the war. These trips see me visit hospitals, orphanages, old people's homes, refugee centres and outlying villages on or near the front line.

All items taken over to Ukraine have been generously donated but the cost of the 8000 kilometre round trip is more than I can personally afford. So, to be able to continue with these trips I need some help. All financial donations purely help to cover the cost of fuel and ferry crossings. Any other costs I cover from my own pocket.

My next trip is planned for early December and it is my intention to visit as many children as possible on this trip, somewhere in the region of 300. Christmas is a time of year that should be enjoyed by everyone who celebrates this festival. This absolutely includes children who are forced to live in a war zone through no fault of their own.

This appeal is absolutely genuine and you can find out more about what we have achieved on our previous trips by going to my Facebook page - Kevin Cromeeke - where there are countless photos from previous trips.

All monies that have been donated so far are not included in this fundraising total but are safe to be used for the purpose they were donated.